The Winthrop History Center is set to host members of the Squire Town Squares at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at the Winthrop History and Heritage Center, 107 Main St. Squire Town Squares members will present a short talk about square dancing in Maine along with a dance demonstration. For those who opt for a […]
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Funding opportunity available for technical assistance providers
The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry has partnered with the Northeast Regional Food Business Center to launch of the first round of funding for technical assistance providers, aimed at bolstering the capacity and economic potential of local and regional food systems across Maine and the Northeast. Funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. […]
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‘Beginner Junk Journaling’ class set for Augusta Aug. 13
AUGUSTA — Lithgow Public Library is set to offer a class, Beginner Junk Journaling by Maryanne Fotter, from 1:30-4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 45 Winthrop St. Participants can unlock their creativity as they learn techniques to make a vintage-themed Nature Journal. They’ll be instructed on how to transform eclectic bits of paper, ribbon, fabric […]
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Wilton church welcomes new pastor
Richard “Rick” Dorian has experience as a pastor, chaplain and executive director.
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SeniorsPlus offers social events for seniors in Wilton
SeniorsPlus offers a variety of activities and events for the older population in Wilton and surrounding areas.
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Skowhegan youth tackle football registration set for August
Registration for Skowhegan tackle football for grades 3-6 is set for Thursday to Wednesday, Aug. 1-14. The fee is $25 for Skowhegan residents and $45 for non-residents. Equipment issuing for fifth and sixth grades is planned for 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13. For third and fourth grades it is 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14. Registrations […]
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Sustainable Libraries Initiative partners with Maine Library Association
A new partnership between the Sustainable Libraries Initiative and the Maine Library Association aims to equip association members with resources and tools to address the challenges of climate change in their communities. Through this partnership, members will join a nationwide community of practice who are using tools created or compiled by the initiative and its […]
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Rome Boston Post Cane presented to Richard LaBelle
ROME — Richard Hamlin LaBelle received Rome’s Boston Post Cane at a celebration held July 20 at the Rome Community Center. LaBelle was born Oct. 3, 1927, in Pearl River, New York, according to a news release from town officials. After serving in the Navy in World War II, LaBelle married Lois Mosher and settled […]
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Palermo Community Garden plans community cookout
Palermo Community Garden is set to hold a community cookout at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, behind the gray mobile home at 26 Veterans Way. The event will be held rain or shine. The menu includes pulled pork and cornbread, along with turkey, cowboy beans, garden-fresh salads and home-baked desserts. Tickets cost $10, or $5 […]
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Gardiner utilizes Project Canopy awards to beautify city
The Gardiner’s Gardeners have utilized Project Canopy awards to add flower gardens at the Waterfront Park, the overflowing planters lining Water Street, and added landscaping along the Cobbosee Stream and the Gardiner Commons. Funds from these grants helped Gariner’s Tree Committee complete a three-year master plan established to add 30 trees to the Gardiner Common. […]