Nominations for YWCA Central Maine’s Women of Achievement Awards are open. The awards brunch, set for Sunday, March 10, at the Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch, will honor four distinguished women from Androscoggin County and across Maine. The brunch, one the YWCA’s largest bi-annual fundraisers, was founded in 2015 to honor the powerful leadership of […]
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MaineCF grants available to Oxford County nonprofits
Nonprofit organizations in Oxford County may be eligible for grants from the Maine Community Foundation’s Community Building Grant Program. The program invests in local projects and organizations that help build strong communities. In 2023, 10 Oxford County nonprofit organizations were awarded grants totaling $68,610. The Community Building Grant Program supports projects and organizations that invest […]
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Snow removal ‘blitz’ set for Lewiston Jan. 19
The city of Lewiston Public Works crews are gearing up for a downtown snow removal “blitz” on Friday, Jan. 19. Individuals are requested to remove vehicles at 7 p.m. Jan. 19: • Ash Street from Bates Street to Canal Street; • Middle Street from Main Street to Oak Street; • Park Street from Main Street […]
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WinterKids Downhill 24 taking registrations for upcoming challenge
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Registration is open for the 12th annual WinterKids Downhill 24. The event is set for Thursday and Friday, Feb. 29 and March 1, at Sugarloaf at 5092 Access Road. Presented by Agren and Zachau Construction, the 24-hour ski and snowboard challenge raises money for WinterKids programs to help more youth build healthy […]
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Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates program seeks volunteers
The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates program is set to hold its spring training for volunteer advocates Monday through Friday, March 11-15. This free, five-day training is designed to prepare attendees for certification as volunteer guardians ad litem in Maine child protection cases. Trainees may participate virtually or in person. For those who wish to […]
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YWCA Central Maine to hold ‘Spread the Love’ fundraiser
On Feb. 13, the day before Valentine’s Day (known as “Galentine’s Day”), YWCA Central Maine plans to hand-deliver custom gift baskets for its Spread the Love fundraiser. In 2023, YWCA Central Maine delivered more than 120 gift baskets to individuals and businesses all over the twin cities. The baskets are stuffed with items like candy, […]
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Mary’s Firemen for a Cure to host new race at March 2 event
AUBURN — The 20th annual Mary’s Firemen for a Cure is scheduled to be held at Lost Valley Ski Area, 200 Lost Valley Road, on Saturday, March 2. Last year’s event was one of the most successful yet, with the firefighter teams raising the most money ever to date. The race organizers then announced, last […]
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Public skate set for Jan. 21 at Norway Savings Bank Arena
AUBURN — People of all ages and abilities can skate with Barnabee, the mascot of Norway Savings Bank, while supporting a local organization dedicated to caring for the underserved in the Lewiston/Auburn area. The skate is set 3:30-4:50 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21, at the Norway Savings Bank Arena, 985 Turner St. Admission will cost $5, […]
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Wooden Ski Day set for Bethel Jan. 21
BETHEL — The Maine Ski and Snowboard Museum plans to celebrates with Carter’s Cross Country the history of Nordic skiing during Wooden Ski Day. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21, at Norway Brewing Company, 786 Intervale Road. This is a family- and dog-friendly event. All skis and skiers are […]
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Oak Hill High to present ’The Merry Wives of Windsor’ Jan. 19-21
WALES — Oak Hill High School’s Little Theatre in the Woods is set to present William Shakespeare’s comedy, “The Merry Wives of Windsor” at 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 19 and 20, and at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 21. In this play, the character of Falstaff (played by Nathan Fournier) decides to fix his […]