LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in April. Classes are held in person at its Lewiston, Wilton, or Norway locations; online; or hybrid. Class locations are 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston; 9 Marston St., Norway; and 284 Main St., Suite 100, Wilton. Classes are free unless noted. Locations are fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment […]
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Dean’s List
Bates LEWISTON — More than 590 students were named to the Dean’s List at Bates College for Fall 2023. This honor is earned by students with a 3.92-grade point average or higher. The following local students were named to the dean’s list: Colin Marquis Boutin of Mechanic Falls is majoring in Politics and minoring in […]
Do you have room in your heart?
This pup’s name is HeyU. You’re probably thinking, ‘What an odd name for a dog.’ He’s called that because he is deaf. HeyU is our oldest dog at the shelter, he’s around 7 years old. HeyU came to RPC just before Christmas in 2023, after his owner suddenly passed away. Although it’s difficult losing your […]
Lovell Area Food Pantry
LOVELL — Calling all gardeners…the Lovell Area Food Pantry is looking for gardeners to help fill the void families experience with fresh vegetables/fruit this summer. Do you have an extra row in your garden that could be planted with your favorite vegetable? We ask our friends and neighbors to consider planting a garden row to […]
New Paris Town Manager jumps into action
PARIS — There is a flurry of activity in the Town of Paris, with phones ringing off the hook and a constant stream of people coming into the Town Office to meet the new Town Manager, Natalie Andrews. Known for her big smile, the energetic professional has hit the ground running; listening to residents, […]
Bethel Rec basketball had great season
This story is by Telstar Senior and Bethel Recreation Coach, Morgan Zetts BETHEL — All ages are coached – Pre-K to 8th grade – and all get to interact with a bunch of different kids every Saturday. Although the numbers are not as high as they used to be, there is a bunch of talent […]
Movie Review: ‘Arthur the King’
I’m not going to sugarcoat it: this was not a good week for new releases. The battle for the top spot at the domestic box office was a fierce one, with ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ in its second weekend narrowly edging out ‘Dune: Part Two’ in its third. But after those two holdovers, the box […]
Land Trust announces spring programs
NORWAY — Spring into the outdoors with Western Foothills Land Trust’s 2024 Spring Program Schedule! As the days grow longer and the earth reawakens, Western Foothills Land Trust is thrilled to offer a diverse lineup of outdoor activities designed to engage, educate, and inspire our community. From crafting pinhole eclipse viewers with the […]
Scholarship available to women pursuing science, business degrees
STATE — The Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) is currently accepting applications for the Lydia R. Laurendeau Scholarship Fund. Established in 2013, the Laurendeau Fund provides renewable scholarship support to young women who are graduating seniors from high schools in Maine pursuing post-secondary education in science or engineering at a four-year university. There is a preference […]
Support of ‘Maine Adaptive’ Program eclipses $20K at NSB
NEWRY — With a mission of providing equipment, guidance, and smiles to adults and children with disabilities, Maine Adaptive Sports & Recreation has offered adaptive sports, inclusion, and joy to thousands since its inception in 1982. Based in Bethel, Maine Adaptive utilizes the beautiful landscape and terrain of our state to nurture the athletic and […]