MONMOUTH — The Monmouth Lions Club Speak-Out 2018 was held March 12 at the United Church of Monmouth Packard Activity Center. The winners, all Monmouth Academy students, were: First place: Kaitlin Hunt, speaking on the “Impact of Rosa Parks.” Hunt received $100 and a trophy. Second place: Natalie Grandahl, speaking on the “Definition of Beauty.” […]
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Squadron elects officers
Kennebec River Power and Sail Squadron elected new officers for the coming year. District Commander George Apgar swears in the new executive board, which includes, from left, Harvey Bell, executive officer; Virginia Fiedler, treasurer; Harold Wood, administrative officer; Ed Jones, safety officer; Phyllis Jones, education officer; and Ed Plourde, commander. Wanda Sprague, secretary, is not shown. KRPS is a part of the United States […]
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Optimists hear from Stanton Bird Club
Guest speaker Jeri Maurer, left, of Stanton Bird Club, receives her copy of the Optimist Creed from LA Optimist Club Vice President Mamie Ney. Maurer spoke about the sanctuaries, trails and programs offered by the Stanton Bird Club that are open to the public. The club is 100 years old and offers a variety of outdoor […]
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Town manager gives update
Rumford Town Manager Linda J. Briggs, right, a Rotarian, gave a presentation on the coming downtown upgrades at the March 19 meeting of the River Valley Rotary Club. The project includes total replacement of the sewer and water pipe systems, which are more than 100 years old. Briggs is pictured with Rotary President Randy Therrien.
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Scrapbooking day to benefit Coats for Kids Fund
LEWISTON — A paper-crafting and scrapbooking day will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 7, at Holy Family Church Hall, Sabattus Street. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 106, proceeds will benefit the Coats for Kids Fund. Corinne Saindon, independent Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, will host the event. Cost will be $30 […]
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Dog of the Week falls in love with snow
FARMINGTON — The Franklin County Shelter has announced the Pets of the Week. Clark, 1 to 3 years, is a male Catahoula Leopard Dog mix. He is a sweet guy who’s learning to love this white stuff everywhere. He can’t decide if he wants to jump in it or roll around in it. He would […]
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CEBE to form local chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby in Norway
NORWAY — The Center for an Ecology-Based Economy (CEBE) is joining with the Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL) to form the Western Mountains chapter of CCL, which will meet in Norway. CCL is a national organization focused on changing public policy to address climate change. CEBE has been working in Western Maine for the last five […]
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Optimist Club congratulates March Student of Month
The Mechanic Falls, Minot and Poland Tri-Town Optimist Club has announced its March RSU 16 Student of the Month recipient, Kadie Coutts-Farrington. An eighth-grader at Bruce Whittier Middle School, Kadie is described as an exceptional and conscientious student with great study habits and an avid love for reading. She strives to submit quality work and […]
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Dirigo February Student of Month
The Dirigo High School February Student of the Month Award was presented to Quentin Penley at the monthly awards assembly. From left are Principal Mike Poulin; Betty Meader, grandmother; Philip Penley, grandfather; Mike Penley, father; Quentin; and Judy Penley, stepmother.
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Military note: Hartford man graduates from basic training
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — U.S. Air Force Airman Derek N. Salisbury graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who […]