LIVERMORE — Don Jordan’s life experiences have taken him to the front lines in Europe as a scout in World War II, to a hospital laboratory and to his farm to breed Scottish highland cattle. The town of Livermore recognized the 88-year-old Jordan for his contributions to the town and to America with the 2014 […]
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Tri -Town Seniors elect officers JAY — On May 19 the Tri -Town Seniors held their last meeting for the season. A BBQ was served at noon followed by a short meeting. The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and accepted as read. The election of officers and board of directors was held. The new […]
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Well done – Student achievements
BOSTON — Brittany Martin, daughter of Jeanne and Dan Martin of Lewiston, has been named to the dean’s list with distinction for the spring 2014 semester at Boston University. A 2011 graduate of Lewiston High School, Martin is majoring in graphic design. — NEWTON, Mass. — Brandyn Cloutier of Dixfield graduated with a Bachelor of […]
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Livermore residents pass $1.3 million budget, approve building lease
LIVERMORE — Voters approved a $1.3 million municipal budget for 2014-15 Wednesday night during the annual town meeting. The amount is $78,270 more than this year’s budget. Residents also agreed to lease the Brettuns Community Building to Friends of Livermore, a nonprofit organization, for $1 per year for 99 years, interim Administrative Assistant Renda Guild […]
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Historical Society auction canceled FARMINGTON — Due to unforeseen circumstances the Farmington Historical Society Auction scheduled for June 12 at the North Church has been cancelled. The next auction is scheduled for July 10. Potluck dinner is June 13 NEW PORTLAND — The Western Mountains Baptist Church will host a potluck dinner at 6 p.m. […]
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Livermore voters reject new backhoe purchase
LIVERMORE — Voters at the annual town meeting Wednesday night narrowly rejected buying a new backhoe by a vote of 30-23. The backhoe would have replaced a 2005 JCB backhoe/loader that needs about $15,000 in repairs to a hydraulic pump system and other work. The article would have allowed the town to spend up to […]
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Kachnovich wins contested Livermore selectperson race
LIVERMORE — Tim Kachnovich won a contested race Tuesday for a three-year term on the Board of Selectpersons. He received 253 votes to Melissa Gilbert’s 137. It was the only contested race on the ballot. Selectperson Peter Castonguay was re-elected to another two-year term on the board with 348 votes. RSU 73 Director Cindy Young […]
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FMH Auxiliary donates $20,000 to hospital
Community tea is June 11 FARMINGTON — A donation to Franklin Memorial Hospital, scholarship announcements, committee reports and the installment of new officers were just a few of the actions taking place at the annual meeting of the Franklin Memorial Hospital Auxiliary on June 4. Kamilla Hall, Auxiliary president, presented Rebecca Arsenault, FMH president/CEO, with […]
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Votes still being counted in Livermore late Tuesday
LIVERMORE — Votes were still being counted late Tuesday for the elections of town and RSU 73 officials. Melissa Gilbert and Tim Kachnovich were competing for a three-year term on the Board of Selectpersons. Selectperson Peter Castonguay was running unopposed for another two-year term on the board RSU 73 Director Cindy Young was unopposed for […]
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Community Kitchen summer socials INDUSTRY — Industry Community Kitchen will hold Summer Socials on June 12, July 10, Aug. 14 and Sept. 11, meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Industry Town Hall. Lunch will be served and there is no charge for the meetings. Chesterville Grange ‘souper’ supper CHESTERVILLE — The Chesterville Grange […]