100 Years Ago: 1921 A meeting of the Androscoggin Poultry and Pet Stock Association was held in Auburn Wednesday night, when plans were discussed for the big exhibition to be staged in Auburn Hall, Nov 29, 30 and Dec 1. The attendance was good and applications now on hand indicate that the stock will be […]
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Waterville man receives Masonic Scouting award
WATERVILLE — Bruce Rueger of Waterville, vice chair of the Kennebec Valley District of Scouting, was presented the Daniel Carter Beard Masonic Scouter Award Oct. 26 in recognition of his dedication to both the Masons and the programs of Scouting. Richard Nadeau, grand master of Masons in Maine, presented the award at Central Lodge 45 […]
Madison school to deliver Thanksgiving dinners to senior citizens
Madison Area High School plans to host its 30th annual Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Dinner by delivery service only at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19. To reserve a dinner, call 207-696-3395.
Photographer to discuss visual practice, social justice
ROCKPORT — The latest lecture of the weekly Alumni Lecture Series hosted by Maine Media Workshops + College, “Inside/Out“ is due to feature photographer Lola Flash online from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17. Flash will discuss her art, activism and practice, firmly rooted in social justice advocacy around sexual, racial and cultural difference. […]
Youth video contest to promote COVID-19 vaccination
AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with the Maine Department of Education, has launched a new video competition for Maine children to encourage COVID-19 vaccination, following federal recommendation of the Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5-11. DHHS and DOE invite Maine youth ages 5 to 17 to submit 30-second […]
COVID causing York County Jail to turn away people who come to serve sentences
Because of concerns about COVID-19, they are told to return Dec. 3 to have their sentences revised or possibly waived.
Oilers rally in third, hand Bruins first home loss
Leon Draisaitl scores the tying and go-ahead goals for Edmonton in a 5-3 victory.
NBA roundup: Brad Stevens speaks to Jaylen Brown about trade rumors
Brad Stevens quells rumors about a trade for Ben Simmons of the 76ers.
Child seriously hurt in Auburn crash
A pickup truck driven by Adam Doherty, 37, of Rockland hit trees beside Minot Avenue.
Thursday’s college roundup: Ex-NFL coach Jim Mora hired by UConn
Football: The former Falcons and Seahawks coach will take over a program that hasn’t had a winning season since 2010.