SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Amber L. Duguay of Mexico received a Juris Doctor degree from Western New England University on May 17. — BEVERLY, Mass. — Patricia DeFosse, the daughter of Mary T Rice-DeFosse of Lewiston, has been named to the dean’s list for spring 2014 at Endicott College. Patricia is a senior majoring in business […]
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Well done – Student achievements
CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. — Anna C. Snook of Auburn received a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude from Boston College at its 138th commencement on May 19. Snook, who majored in sociology and environmental studies, is the daughter of Cathy and Ed Snook, and a graduate of Cheverus High School. — NASHVILLE — Meghan […]
Shaker Village to host folk weekend on July 26-27
NEW GLOUCESTER — Throughout the weekend of July 26 and 27, Shaker Village will offer a series of traditional craft workshops, once-a-year farm tours and folk demonstrations. Traditional craft workshops require preregistration. Saturday’s workshops are: * Classic Shaker cabinet joinery with “Dovetails” ($50) in which participants will learn from nationally renowned craftsman Chris Becksvoort the […]
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Presentation on saving birds BRUNSWICK — “Living in the Wind: Exploring Bird Migration and Simple Ways to Save Birds” will be presented by Scott Weidensaul from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 18, at the Morrell Meeting Room at Curtis Memorial Library. People can arrive anytime after 6 p.m. Naturalist and author Weidensaul will explore […]
Well done – Students honored for achievement
CALAIS — Kyle J. Sheehan of Lisbon Falls was named to the honors list for the spring semester at Washington County Community College. — BIDDEFORD/PORTLAND — Paxton Arsenault, daughter of Michael and Terri Arsenault of Mechanic Falls, has been named to the dean’s list for the 2014 spring semester at the University of New England. […]
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Church lunch during Moxie Days LISBON — Lisbon United Methodist Church will serve lunch during the Moxie Days festival on Saturday, July 12, at 14 School St. Menu items include lobster or crab meat rolls, hot dogs, hamburgers, soft drinks and water. There will also be a baked goods table and yard sale. The rolls […]
Correction: Kennedy’s first name Travis
NEW GLOUCESTER — A photo published on Page B2 of Tuesday’s City edition should have said Travis Kennedy represented U.S. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, at the opening of the new public water system in New Gloucester.
Ceremony to mark opening of New Gloucester water system
NEW GLOUCESTER — A ceremony to mark the official opening of the new public water system to Upper Gloucester will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 30, at the New Gloucester Fairgrounds. The public is invited to attend. The New Gloucester Water District system will provide safe drinking water and fire protection to 48 […]
Donations for animals
LEWISTON — Area students recently made the following donations to the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, 55 Strawberry Ave., Lewiston. GAHS provides a safe haven for more than 4,200 sick, homeless and abused animals in the greater Androscoggin area each year. The primary support for the shelter comes from fundraising events and donations of concerned citizens. […]