The quality of well water depends on geological events from 400 million years ago, according to a new U.S. Geological Survey study of more than 4,800 wells.
July 2012
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Electricity costs begin to climb as New England power grid upgrades come due
After falling since 2009, the rates that most Maine homes and businesses pay for electricity are rising again, as the cost of upgrading New England’s power grid begins to show up in their utility bills.
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UMF EVENTS
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington recently announced events beginning Aug. 2. All events are free and open to the public unless stated otherwise.
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Rotary lobster bake planned for Aug. 3
SKOWHEGAN — The Skowhegan Rotary Club will host its 28th Lobster Bake 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3, under a large tent downtown and will celebrate the club’s 90th birthday in conjunction with River Fest 2012.
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Krechkin graduates, accepts position
BIDDEFORD — Cortney A. Krechkin of Sidney recently graduated from the Westbrook College of Health Professions at the University of New England.
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Cameron graduates from basic training
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Airman Robert F. Cameron recently graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
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Waterville’s Tozier earns dean’s list
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Michael Tozier of Waterville was recently named to the 2012 spring semester dean’s list at Washington University. Tozier is enrolled in the university’s College of Arts & Sciences.
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Morning Sentinel police log: July 23, 2012
IN ANSON, Sunday at 4:31 a.m., a report of a sounding burglar alarm was investigated on North Main Street.
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Local students earn scholarships
FARMINGTON — Franklin Savings Bank’s Community Development Foundation recently awarded scholarships to local students. The scholarships are $3,000 each.