AUBURN — The Edward Little High School class of 1960 held a belated reunion on July 24 at Kristi’s Café. A highlight of the reunion was the announcement that the class had raised a huge donation for the ELHS Alumni Scholarship Fund, which gives scholarships to graduating seniors. In attendance were Kathy Pombriant Cutter, Solange […]
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Local students graduate from University of Rhode Island
KINGSTON, R.I. — Four local students graduated during May 21-23 ceremonies at the University of Rhode Island. Alana M. Cobb of Raymond received a Doctor of Pharmacy, magna cum laude. Emma Rose Davidson of Oxford received a Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition and dietetics, summa cum laude. Alyssa Nicole Hall of Lisbon Falls received […]
Androscoggin Historical Society elects new members
The Androscoggin Historical Society recently elected officers and directors at its annual meeting. Re-elected were President Curtis Jack, Vice President Penny Jessop, Secretary Douglas Hodgkin, Treasurer David Chittim and directors Joline Froton, Sonia Jack, Beverly Robbins and Elizabeth Young. The slate included two new directors, Rebecca “Becky” Drew and Laura Juraska. Drew grew up in […]
Area students earn award at NJ university
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Two local residents have earned an award of excellence at Western Governors University. Aaron Lindahl of Auburn earned an award at the university’s College of Information Technology. Mary Boivin of Wales earned an award at the university’s College of Health Professions. The award is given to students who perform at a […]
Bates College announces local graduates
LEWISTON — Bates College graduated 469 students from 38 states and 43 countries on May 27 in an historic double ceremony allowing for social distancing among the graduates and their guests. The local graduates include: William Davis of Fryeburg graduated after majoring in interdisciplinary studies and minoring in digital and computational studies. Davis, the son […]
Oxford Hills Chamber recognizes golf classic winners
SOUTH PARIS — The Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the 35th annual Leon Truman Chamber Golf Classic, held Aug. 9 at the Norway Country Club. 1st Net ($400 NCC Pro Shop): Norway Savings Bank — Jeremy Kennison, Sheldon Rice, Dalton Rice, Mike Grass, 45; 2nd Net ($200 NCC Pro Shop): […]
Topsham student makes Union College dean’s list
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. —Jax Hollenbach of Topsham has been named to the 2021 dean’s list at Union College. Hollenbach, a member of the class of 2023, is majoring in political science. Comprised annually, the Union College dean’s list honors students who have a grade point average of 3.5 for the entire academic year and meet certain […]
St. Vincent de Paul Society scholarships announced
The St. Vincent de Paul Society recently awarded three scholarships to three area students who plan to attend college in the fall. They are David Williams, Ella Boucher and Lucy Frenette. Williams, the son of Peter and Jennifer Williams, graduated from Lewiston High School. He plans to attend Northern Maine Community College to study electricity. […]
Saint Anselm recognizes local graduates
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Saint Anselm College has released the list of local graduates for the 2020-21 school year. The following students graduated May 15: Matthew Boulet of Lewiston, Bachelor of Arts, communication; Kyle Welsh of Lewiston, Bachelor of Arts, biology; and Matthew Maguire of Wales, Bachelor of Arts, international relations. The in-person commencement marked the […]
Area students take part in Lasell University symposium
NEWTON, Mass. — Lasell University’s spring symposium, “The Invention of Now,” was held at the end of the semester to showcase student scholarship in various fields and present research projects to the greater community. Three local students presented work. Naiv Luciano Velez of Auburn participated in a video presentation, “What Does Conscious Awareness Mean to […]