PORTLAND — Mayor Michael Brennan told supporters of same-sex marriage Monday that he hopes his city will be the first to host same-sex marriages if a statewide ballot initiative to allow them passes in November.
2012
C-SPAN producing documentaries about Augusta’s history
AUGUSTA — The history and literary life of the capital city will be highlighted on national cable television by C-SPAN crews who are filming in the area this week.
RSU 18 board wants to change budget process
OAKLAND — As they make a third attempt to pass a budget for Regional School Unit 18, district administrators and school board members have indicated that they will make changes to the way in which future budgets are developed.
Solon Elementary School awarded blue ribbon status by US Department of Education
AUGUSTA — Solon Elementary School has been recognized as a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.
Bluegrass Gospel concert set for Friday
BURNHAM — The Winnecook Christian Church will host Gene Fowler and Northern Breeze, a bluegrass Gospel band, at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14, at the Winnecook Christian Church. The concert if free, although a love offering will be excepted.
Muskie Center plans September day trips
WATERVILLE — Spectrum Generations Muskie Center will offer the following day trips:
‘Remember My Name’ to be screened Tuesday
WATERVILLE — In memory of the 9/11 victims, including actress Berry Berenson, a film, “Remember My Name” will be shown at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Railroad Square Cinema.
Hospice: Maine facing issueof how to treat aging prisoners
Many of the elderly inmates in the Maine State Prison have done evil things, crimes that earned them a lifetime behind bars, but that doesn’t mean they should die without comfort or companionship, says Anne Haskell.
Walk for Hope set for Augusta on Oct. 13
AUGUSTA — MaineGeneral Medical Center’s ninth annual Walk for Hope will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13.
Lake George Regional Park celebrates 20 years
SKOWHEGAN — Lake George Regional Park will celebrate its 20th anniversary during 2012 because of the support of local businesses, individuals and volunteers. Join the celebration by visiting the park for a paddle, swim, hike or be part of one of our upcoming events including: