The Northern Border Regional Commission has scheduled two information sessions in support of this fall’s Forest Economy Program grant application opportunity. Each session will consist of an overview of the program and time for questions. Eligible organizations, which include nonprofit and governmental entities (state, local and Indian tribes), can access grant application details via nbrc.gov/content/FEP, […]
2023
Posted inCommunity
Area nonprofits get John T. Gorman Foundation grants
The grants will help 83 nonprofits in all 16 counties provide food, housing, shelter, healthcare and other essential services.
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Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Textile artist to discuss rug hooking in Damariscotta Aug. 6
Textile artist Kathie Hills plans next month to discuss the art and craft of hooking rugs, as well as their significance to the local area. The presentation runs from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6, at the Chapman-Hall House, 270 Main St. in Damariscotta. Hills will demonstrate the craft and exhibit pieces she has […]
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Giants spoil Red Sox comeback, end Boston’s five-game winning streak
The Red Sox tie the game with two runs in the top of the ninth, but J.D. Davis wins it, 3-2, with a home run in the bottom half.
Posted inBoys Soccer, Girls Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine
Soccer: Still growing, Western Mountain Classic provides for special summer send-off
Annual 7-on-7 tournament, which began Friday and concludes Sunday, has grown to 56 teams.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News, Uncategorized
India cuts rice exports, triggering panic-buying of food staple by some Indian expats in the U.S.
As in any crisis situation – think bottled water and toilet paper – some rushed to supermarkets to stock up, stacking carts with bags and bags of rice.
Posted inBusiness
Real estate market seeing some changes, but inventory remains key to easing
June figures from the Maine Association of Realtors show more homes are on the market, while home prices remain high.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
When snails invade, locals take matters into their own hands
A small group of locals gathered Saturday with paddle boards, buckets and boats to collect and dispose of invasive snails threatening the ecological balance on Washington Pond.
Posted inNation & World, News, Uncategorized
Ukraine moves official Christmas Day holiday to Dec. 25, denouncing Russian-imposed traditions
Last year, some Ukrainians already observed Christmas on Dec. 25, in a gesture that represented separation from Russia, its culture, and religious traditions.
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African Union gives 15-day ultimatum to Niger junta to end regime but soldiers seek continuity
Bazoum, whose condition and that of his officials remain unknown since the government was overthrown, should also be released immediately and unconditionally, the AU said.