NEW GLOUCESTER — Brandon Hammonds flew in from Charlotte, N.C., just so he could strap on cross-country skis and try his hand at biathlon. He liked the experience so much that he’s talking about coming back next year. Hammonds, a Marine who was wounded during combat duty in Iraq, was one of 13 veterans and […]
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Court rejects convicted man’s appeal in New Gloucester double murder
AUGUSTA (AP) — Maine’s highest court has denied the appeal of a Massachusetts man convicted of killing the mother of his four children and one of his best friends. Joel Hayden of New Bedford, Mass., said in his appeal to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court that his murder convictions should be reduced to manslaughter because […]
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New Gloucester names interim town manager
NEW GLOUCESTER — Paul First was unanimously appointed interim town manager Monday, following an an executive session by the Board of Selectmen. He will serve until June 30. He was named acting town manager Feb. 14 after Sumner Field III retired. He has been the full-time town planner since 2009. Also Monday, the board named […]
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New Gloucester continues search for town manager
NEW GLOUCESTER — Officials are continuing their search for a town manager after the top candidate withdrew from consideration earlier this month. “On behalf of the Board of Selectmen, I regret to announce that negotiations with our top candidate for town manager have not resulted in a mutually acceptable employment agreement,” selectmen Chairman Steve Libby […]
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Maine Students named to president’s, dean’s lists at Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, N.H. — The following students achieved academic recognition for the fall 2013 semester at Southern New Hampshire University. President’s list Auburn: Jason Melanson, Bachelor of Arts in general studies. Bowdoinham: Pamela Gerry, Bachelor of Arts in creative writing and English. Bridgton: Jennifer Laurent, Bachelor of Arts in child development leadership. Brunswick: Jonathon Esquell, Bachelor […]
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University of New Hampshire dean’s list
DURHAM, N.H. — The following students have been named to the dean’s list at the University of New Hampshire for the fall semester of the 2013-14 academic year. Highest honors: Travis Adams of Leeds, Lauren Beaudoin of Monmouth, Dylan Chase of Turner, Lacey Ryder of West Paris and Nicole Smith of Greene. High honors: Devon […]
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Saint Joseph’s College Maine dean’s list
STANDISH — The following local residents were named to the dean’s list at Saint Joseph’s College Maine for the fall semester. Andover: Izaak Mills Auburn: James Philbrook Avon: Aaron Jalbert Bowdoin: Heather Reed Dixfield: Michelle Morrison, Jennifer Smith Durham: Ashley Beaulieu Fayette: Willie Brown Fryeburg: Meghan Bradley, Sophie-Mary Creegan, Payton Schwarz Gray: Elizabeth Allen, Christopher […]
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Well done – Students honored for achievements
BRISTOL, R.I. — The following local residents are among those to be named to the Roger Williams University dean’s list for the fall 2013 semester. Alexandra Landry of Wales, majoring in accounting Jacob Weeks of New Gloucester, majoring in global communication Sarah Smith of Wilton, majoring in graphic design communications Melora Lavoie of Poland, majoring […]
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Thomas College rep at Lisbon High LISBON FALLS — A representative from Thomas College will visit Lisbon High School at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 10. The representative will meet with students to discuss Thomas’ academic and sports programs, and its residential life opportunities. For more information about Thomas, visit www.thomas.edu. YPLAA YAH! event is Feb. […]