POLAND — With determination and persistence, the Rev. Walter “Wally” Webb is able to stand on his feet and hold onto his walker. It is something he hasn’t been able to do since a debilitating car accident on Dec. 21, 2011, on Route 119 in West Minot that left him with full paralysis of his […]
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Legion, students held breakfast to benefit Special Olympics
The American Legion Riders Post 150 of Mechanic Falls and Mr. Drake’s class from Poland Consolidated School held a breakfast on Sept. 22 at the American Legion to benefit the RSU 16 Special Olympics team. The Legion Riders breakfast raised $400 for the team to help defer some of the costs of participation. Drake and […]
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Military notes
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Airman Marielle T. Martin graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. 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 complete basic training earn four credits […]
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Poland OKs contract to separate TIF accounts
POLAND — Selectmen voted 3-2 Tuesday to contract with Community Dynamics to separate the financial accounts flowing into and out of the two Poland Spring Bottling Co. Tax Increment Financing districts. In his proposal, John Cleveland of Community Dynamics estimated the cost to set accounts straight at about $6,900, based on his hourly rates. Cleveland […]
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Poland residents list town manager qualities
POLAND — Consultants from Eaton-Peabody on Monday listened to residents’ thoughts on the qualities, background and experience they would like to see in a new town manager. “The person we hire ought to have a business degree and financial experience,” Sandy Macauley said. “We’re looking forward to expanding business in town.” “Definitely should have an […]
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Androscoggin County teachers receive classroom grants
LEWISTON – More than 20 teachers in Androscoggin County received grants from U.S. Cellular for classroom projects funded through the company’s Calling All Teachers campaign. The wireless carrier worked with philanthropic website DonorsChoose.org to fund $500,000 in creative and impactful classroom projects submitted by public school teachers. The local donation of $11,749 benefitted teachers at: […]