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Phillips-based school district proposes new committee for state-required program
As of July 1, 2028, Child Development Services will no longer provide special education services for 3- to 5-year-olds,
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Essentials FARMINGTON — The Essentials Closet ministry at Old South Church in Farmington offers personal care products free of charge to people in the greater Farmington area who are having trouble making ends meet. The Essentials Closet is open the second Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and the fourth Wednesday […]
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SeniorsPlus to launch capital campaign for new building on Giving Tuesday
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, will announce the launch of the public phases of a $5.5 million capital campaign for construction of a new education and nutrition center on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 10 a.m. at its headquarters at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston. The public […]
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Mt. Blue Middle School Honor Roll
FARMINGTON — The first quarter Honor Roll for Mt. Blue Middle School has been announced. Grade 6 High Honors Sabastian Allbee, Quinn Allen, Brandon Atwood, Tyler Atwood, Landen Bean, Wiley Billings, Solomon Bobson, Anabelle Boucher, Daniel Caruso, Lennox Caton, Audrey Civiello, Declan Clark, Maple Corey, Harrison Cote, Nova Cowell-Sarofeen, Michaela Cundick, Poppy Davis, Savannah Doray, […]
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Book Talk: A Town Built by Ski Bums
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — A book talk and community share will be held Friday, Dec. 6, at 4 p.m. in the Begin Family Community Room of Carrabassett Valley Public Library. The public is invited to come listen to a reading of A Town Built by Ski Bums, The Story of Carrabassett Valley by its author Virginia […]
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Stewards sought for Perham Stream Birding Trail
MADRID TOWNSHIP — The High Peaks Alliance needs community volunteers to help maintain the popular Perham Stream Birding Trail. This 2.4-mile trail offers visitors a chance to explore diverse habitats on foot. “The Perham Stream Birding Trail is a true gem in the High Peaks region,” said Matt Kusper, recreation ranger at High Peaks Alliance. […]
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Volunteers sought to inspire outdoor exploration for 55+ community
COUNTY — The High Peaks Alliance [HPA] is calling for passionate volunteers to lead outdoor programs and workshops on its conserved lands and the lands it stewards. The alliance is partnering with GoldLEAF Institute to connect the 55+ community with Maine’s High Peaks. “It’s important to connect our community to lands that are conserved for […]
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Franklin Hospital announces DAISY, BEE awardees
FARMINGTON — In recognition of outstanding patient care, Christina Whelpley, RN, and Courtney Barry, CNA, were recently awarded the DAISY award and BEE award, respectively, at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital. The DAISY Award is an international program that celebrates the extraordinary clinical skills and compassionate care given by registered nurses every day. Our BEE award recognizes […]