The AARP Tax-Aide program provides free federal and state income tax preparation and free electronic filing to low- and moderate-income individuals. Taxpayers of any age can use this service with special attention given to those 60 and older. Returns are prepared by IRS certified volunteers. The Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit, which replaces the Maine […]

FARMINGTON — Local leaders recently announced the Hollywood-themed Heat Dance will take place at 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at the University of Maine at Farmington’s North Dining Hall, for the third consecutive year. Proceeds will be used for heating assistance for those in need. For the past two years, the event has received broad support […]

PITTSFIELD — “Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?”, a special program about how to pass on personal belongings, will be held 12:30-2 p.m., Thursdsay, Jan. 16, at the Library. To register, call 487-5880. Personal belongings often have special meaning for individuals and family members. Planning to pass on such items — treasured wedding photo, Grandpa’s […]

MADISON — Madison farmers’ market will hold its winter meeting” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, at the Old Point School on Old Point Avenue. Manager Samantha Burns will discuss the upcoming market season. Applications will be accepted from prospective new vendors and reviewed for consideration. For more information, contact Samantha Burns at 696-4906 or […]

WATERVILLE — John Ford, retired game warden and author, will speak at Waterville Area Newcomers 7 p.m. meeting Wednesday, Jan. 15, at the Lutheran Church, 36 Cool St. Ford will share stories of his adventures as a 20-year veteran of the Maine Warden Service. The public is invited. Storm date: Jan. 16.

SKOWHEGAN — The Somerset Beekeepers announces its third annual bee-school Basic Beekeeping for Beginners. Join Somerset Beekeepers’ President Samantha Burns of the Runamuk Acres Farm & Apiary to learn more about honeybees, how to establish new hives, seasonal maintenance techniques, natural beekeeping methods, and pest and disease management. The course cost $40 per person or […]

WATERVILLE — Each year Hardy Girls honor five girls who are making Maine a better place for all girls. Girls ages 9-19 who live in Maine are eligible to be nominated. Awards are given in five categories: • Title IX Champion — for a girl advocating for equal access in school athletics. • Health Advocacy […]