Sidney Boy Scout of Pittsfield Troop collects 120 blankets

Owen Riddle reaches project goal and more to help patrons at local food pantry.

Owen Riddle of Sidney, a member of Boy Scout Troop 428 in Pittsfield, collected a total of 120 blankets to give patrons at his local food pantry. Photo courtesy of Kennebec Valley District Scouting Committee

Owen Riddle of Boy Scout Troop 428 in Pittsfield recently began a campaign to collect blankets to support patrons of his local food pantry. Owen lives in Sidney, according to a news release from Shelley Connelly, Kennebec Valley District Scouting Committee member.

The Messalonskee Middle School student’s initial goal was 30 blankets. Less than a month later he was able to deliver 120 blankets to the pantry. He is thankful to all who contributed to his project.

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