The town of Sidney’s Memorial Day Parade Committee plans to sponsor a parade and program to remember the sacrifice made by fallen service members as well as to honor past and present military members. The event will start at 10 a.m. Monday, May 30, according to a news release from the committee. Veterans are encouraged […]
2022
Two local students graduate from Worcester Polytechnic Institute
WORCESTER, Mass. — Two local students, Brock Jolicoeur and Rowan Labaugh, were awarded bachelor’s degrees on May 14 at Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s 153rd commencement. Jolicoeur, of Waterville, majored in physics. Labaugh, of Augusta, majored in mechanical engineering.
Women’s barbershop chorus installs new officers
Maine-ly Harmony, a women’s barbershop chorus, installed new officers May 11, at the chorus’ rehearsal hall in the Randolph United Methodist Church. Nancy Bossie was installing officer, assisted by Dotty Meyer, according to a news release from the chorus. Officers include President Candace Pepin, Vice President Sue Staples, Secretary Jennifer Clair, Treasurer Janey Dunham, and […]
Thomas College names 200-plus graduates
WATERVILLE — Thomas College hosted class of 2022 graduates and their guests on May 14 in the Alfond Athletic Center at Thomas College. More than 200 graduates, including those from undergraduate and graduate programs, processed at Thomas College’s 128th commencement. Graduates are as follows. Associate in Arts Associate in Science Rylan Michael Arbour, summa cum […]
Mercer receives Spirit of America Award
The town of Mercer recently received the Spirit of America Award. Because of the efforts of the Select Board, Ricky Parlin, Gary Mosher and past third Select Board member Dari Hurley, many citizens of Mercer have recognized the board’s personal volunteering efforts. They contribute their time and energy to town beautification, maintenance, social gatherings, clerical […]
Maine Cheese Festival set for Sept. 11 in Pittsfield
The Maine Cheese Guild’s sixth annual Maine Cheese Festival is planned from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at Manson Park, 51 Peltoma Ave. in Pittsfield; with two ticketing sessions from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. This showcase of Maine artisan cheeses encourages attendees to taste and explore […]
Leeds society’s history center open during summer
Although the Leeds Historical Society is planning no more walks until fall, its history center is scheduled to be open 9-11 a.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of June, July and August. People can stop by, see the renovations and learn a little about the history of Leeds. The society has completed a series […]
Advanced Warden School graduates 10 game wardens
Ten new game wardens graduated May 13 from the Advanced Warden School at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy in Vassalboro. These new game wardens have been assigned districts throughout the state, and are now sworn officers of the Maine Warden Service, according to a news release from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. […]
Farmington library to celebrate 1st community garden
The Farmington Public Library has planned several events to celebrate its first community garden. A presentation on bees and bee-friendly gardening practices by Roland Lajoie is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday, June 2nd, in the Holman Room at the library, 117 Academy St. He will provide a slide show, and there will be a sunflower […]
Mt. Blue Area Garden Club plans annual member luncheon
FARMINGTON — The Mt. Blue Area Garden Club’s annual member luncheon is scheduled to begin at noon Tuesday, June 7, at the Farmington American Legion, 158 High St. A choice of meat or vegetarian lasagna will be served; a cash bar will be open. The cost is $10 payable by Monday, June 1. People should […]