SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — The following local residents have earned degrees from Springfield College for studies completed in 2011.

Acadia National Park’s Teacher-Ranger-Teacher program gives classroom teachers an opportunity to connect with different teaching resources in a park. The program focuses on teachers from schools with ethnically diverse or underserved student populations who have had limited experience with national parks. Participating teachers are provided with a ranger uniform, shared housing, if needed, and supplemental pay.

ALBION — Albion’s Boston Post Gold Cane was recently presented to Norman A. Getchell, 96, Albion’s eldest citizen. A ceremony was held at the Nov. 28 Board of Selectmen meeting. Selectman Michael Getchell presented the cane to his father. Norman’s daughter and son-in-law Jean and Bruce McCarthy of Lubec and daughter-in-law Anita Getchell of Albion were also present.

FARMINGTON — Tickets for the Healthy Community Coalition third annual Winter Windfall raffle are available at its offices through Tuesday, Jan. 31. The raffle is sponsored by Franklin Community Health Network.

CANAAN — Canaan residents must register their dogs before Feb. 1. Owners must bring in proof of rabies vaccine/neutering.