NORWAY — Earlier this year, the Save the Belfry Committee of the First Universalist Church of Norway held a charity art auction, thanks to the generosity of Norway artist Don Best. Best donated one of his unique wood sculptures for the auction, with the proceeds benefitting the restoration of the church belfry. The auction drew […]
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Young’s offers free community celebration
PARIS — Following the huge success of its inaugural event in 2022, Young’s Greenhouse – one of Maine’s largest greenhouses – is once again inviting the community to help kick off the season with their Annual Spring Event, Opening Celebration, and Scavenger Hunt. The fun-filled, family-friendly event will take place at Young’s Greenhouse, located at […]
First Universalist April services
WEST PARIS — If the migrating birds which have been steadily returning to the western foothills in recent days are an indicator of Spring, it’s here. Still, a few cold days but the sun quickly warms us. Please join us on Sundays, at 9 a.m. for a warm and inviting experience in community. Music is […]
4-H offers shark learning opportunity
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer an online special interest 4-H club on the science of sharks for youth ages 9-18, 4-5 p.m. on Tuesdays, May 16-June 6. Required registration for this special interest, or SPIN, club closes April 25. The 4-H Shark Club will cover topics such as types of […]
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Lunch OTISFIELD — If it’s the third Wednesday of the month, it must be Otisfield’s Community Lunch. April 19 from 11:30-12:30 at the Community Hall, the Social Outreach Committee hosts its first Spring Lunch of the year. The menu features baked ham, potatoes, sweet potatoes, peas, salads, rolls, and cake for dessert. The meal is free. Donations […]
New member of American Angus Association
SWEDEN — Olivia M Chaine, of Sweden, is a new junior member of the American Angus Association®, reports Mark McCully, CEO of the national organization with headquarters in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Junior members of the Association are eligible to register cattle in the American Angus Association, participate in programs conducted by the National Junior Angus […]
Central Maine Healthcare announces job fairs
REGION — Central Maine Healthcare will be holding three job fairs in April to fill positions at Bridgton Hospital, Rumford Hospital, and Rumford Community Home. At all three events, candidates will have the opportunity to meet with hiring leaders for on-the-spot interviews and offers. The Rumford Hospital job fair is scheduled for April 13 from […]
New Rotary member
PARIS — The Oxford Hills Rotary Club is pleased to welcome its newest member, Alisha Berry. Alisha’s classification will be Mortgage Originator. Alisha lives in Paris with her son and they love to spend time together doing anything baseball. Congratulations and welcome to OH Rotary, Alisha! For more information, go to www.oxfordhillsrotary.org or find us […]
MEOC’s upcoming events
REGION — The Maine Educational Opportunity Center will be hosting free individualized sessions, Essentials of College Planning for adults 19 & over who are looking for a new career or returning to higher education. The sessions are being held at the following dates and times: Virtual: Monday, May 1, at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. […]
USS Intrepid crew members, personal memorabilia wanted
NEW YORK — August 16 will mark the 80th anniversary of the commissioning of USS Intrepid (CVS-11), the World War II-era Essex class aircraft carrier that is now the centerpiece of the Intrepid Museum in New York City. To mark the occasion, the Intrepid Museum is putting out a coast-to-coast “all call” for Intrepid former […]