The Healthy Living for ME network plans to host free workshops scheduled to start up across the state in October. Topics addressed by the workshops include managing chronic conditions and chronic pain, improving fitness and balance, and managing diabetes. Healthy Living for ME welcomes referrals from healthcare providers. The network’s evidence-based programming can help patients […]
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Norway church to host luncheon for program volunteers Oct. 12
NORWAY — In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Community Lunch, all past and present program volunteers are invited to a potluck luncheon set for noon Wednesday, Oct. 12, at the First Universalist Church of Norway, 479 Main St. Community Lunch is a program of the Oxford Hills Area Association of Churches. “The OHAAC Board […]
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Wilderness canoeing slide show to be shown in Chesterville Oct. 2
CHESTERVILLE — A slide show, “Wilderness Canoeing When You’re Almost Too Old To,” is scheduled to be presented by Paul and Cynthia Stancioff at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, at the Chesterville Center Union Meeting House, 3 Borough Road. Now in their 60s, the couple have undertaken canoeing/fishing trips in the contiguous wilderness preserves of […]
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West Paris church announces October service schedule
First Universalist Church of West Paris has announced its October worship services. Worship services are scheduled for 9 a.m. every Sunday at 208 Main St., West Paris, with music by Tom Coolidge, followed with coffee hour, according to a news release from Suzanne Dunham, church member. Oct. 2, “Twilight and Evening Star,” is led by […]
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Mobile Homeless Veterans’ Stand Down events planned around Maine
The Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs plan to co-host the third annual Mobile Homeless Veterans’ Stand Down during October. The first priority of the Stand Downs is to provide veterans with connections to housing and working with partner organizations. The event will also offer access to new winter clothes […]
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Community partners seek recovery needs input, plans events
A group of community partners aim to open recovery centers in Jay and Farmington that would provide a safe and inclusive center for those in recovery who want connections to resources, peer groups and a safe place to meet others in Franklin County. Unlike a treatment center, recovery centers are non-clinical centers powered by local […]
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South Paris high school to host Solar & EV Expo Oct. 1 in South Paris
Norway’s Center for an Ecology-Based Economy brings together electric vehicles and clean energy.
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Oxford Hills chamber seeks Christmas parade, Festival of Trees participants
The Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce plans to hold the 40th annual Christmas Parade and the 11th annual Festival of Trees the weekend of Nov. 25-27. The parade kicks off at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at the head of Main Street in Norway. The festival will be held Friday-Sunday, Nov. 25-27, at the McLaughlin […]
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Waterford Fall Foliage Road Race set for Oct. 9
The 23rd annual Waterford Fall Foliage Road Race, 5K Fitness Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 9, on the Waterford Common. The event includes a Chili Cook-Off sponsored by the Waterford/Harrison P.T.O., according to a news release from Kelley Halter Schaeffer, Waterford Community coordinator. The one-mile fun run, for children 12 […]
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St. Dom sets Athletic Hall of Fame banquet, awards ceremony for Nov. 25
Saint Dominic Academy has announced this year’s inductees into the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame. The Athletic Hall of Fame honors former players, teams and coaches who have achieved athletic excellence throughout their careers at St. Dom’s and beyond. The banquet and awards ceremony is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 25, at the St. Dom’s Auburn […]