STATE — The Maine Historic Preservation Commission is pleased to announce the opening of the 2024 Historic Preservation grant round. The Commission anticipates awarding approximately $95,000 in matching grants for Historic Preservation projects sponsored by Certified Local Governments (CLGs) and $150,000 for projects undertaken by non-profit organizations, units of government, educational entities, and state agencies. […]
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Don’t overlook valuable tax credits this tax season
STATE — At tax time, beginning January 29, hundreds of Maine people are eligible to receive federal and state Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC) and Child Tax Credits, which can provide a much-needed income boost and reduce any federal taxes owed. But, not everyone is aware of their eligibility. People who worked in 2023 could […]
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Past and future wheels
To the Editor: Thanks so much for taking the time to read my letter. I like wheels. All kinds of wheels. My favorite truck was a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins diesel on 37s and it would get 25 mpg! My favorite motorcycle was a Harley chopper with a solo seat, 21-inch sissybar with loud […]
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New books in Norway
NORWAY — Norway Memorial Library’s newly acquired book list, as of January 2024, includes the following titles. Fiction: Albom, Mitch – The Little Liar Cameron, Marc – Tom Clancy’s Command and Control Christenson, Kate – Welcome Home, Stranger Cook, Robin – A Manner of Death Cornwell, Patricia – Unnatural Death Deaver, Jeffery – The Watchmaker’s […]
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Maine Fungi Nature Photography exhibit at W. Paris Library
WEST PARIS – West Paris Public Library is proud to present ‘Maine Fungi,’ an inspiring nature photography exhibit by Stephanie Emery, now through March 31. This exhibit may be enjoyed every day the library is open. Stephanie Emery is a Registered Maine Guide and owner-operator of Adventure Bus, a tour company that features hiking […]
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Overlooked valuable tax credits this tax season
STATE — At tax time, beginning January 29, hundreds of Maine people are eligible to receive federal and state Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC) and Child Tax Credits, which can provide a much-needed income boost and reduce any federal taxes owed. But, not everyone is aware of their eligibility. People who worked in 2023 could […]
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14th annual Norway Snowshoe Festival Feb. 17
NORWAY — Mark your calendars for Saturday, Feb. 17, as the Western Foothills Land Trust kicks off the Norway Winter Carnival week with the 14th Annual Norway Snowshoe Festival. Featuring a variety of races, engaging activities for all ages, and the first-ever Norway Chili Contest, the festivities will unfold at Roberts Farm Preserve, 58 […]
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Fungi Nature Photography exhibit at library
WEST PARIS — West Paris Public Library is proud to present ‘Maine Fungi,’ an inspiring nature photography exhibit by Stephanie Emery, now through March 31. This exhibit may be enjoyed every day the library is open. Stephanie Emery is a Registered Maine Guide and owner-operator of Adventure Bus, a tour company that features hiking […]
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Norway Savings teams up with SCORE to help small businesses
PORTLAND — On Feb. 14, small business owners and managers will have the opportunity to participate in a free online event that will explain how artificial intelligence (AI) can help them in their operations, from organization to accounting to social media management. ‘Beneficial workshops like this would not be possible without community sponsors. In this […]
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Historic Preservation grants available
STATE — The Maine Historic Preservation Commission is pleased to announce the opening of the 2024 Historic Preservation grant round. The Commission anticipates awarding approximately $95,000 in matching grants for Historic Preservation projects sponsored by Certified Local Governments (CLGs) and $150,000 for projects undertaken by non-profit organizations, units of government, educational entities, and state agencies. […]