BOWDOINHAM — The Maine New Farmers Project at University of Maine Cooperative Extension plans to offer a farm visit from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, at Stonecipher Farm at 1186 River Road. Farmer and owner Ian Jerolmack will discuss no-till farming techniques and marketing. This event is geared toward people interested […]
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Farmington library to launch summer reading program June 18
FARMINGTON — The “I Read I Care” summer reading program at Farmington Public Library, 117 Academy St., is set to run from Tuesday, June 18, to Friday, Aug. 9. One can sign up any time over the summer in person, or by calling 207-778-4312 or emailing [email protected]. Children of all ages read and listen to […]
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New Portland church to offer Vacation Bible School starting June 24
NEW PORTLAND — A summer childrens Vacation Bible School event, SCUBA – Diving Into Friendship with God, will be hosted by the Western Mountains Baptist Church from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday, June 24-28, at the church is located at 928 Carrabassett Road. At SCUBA, children in pre-K through grade 5 explore what […]
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Area students earn collegiate degrees, awards, recognition for 2024 spring semester
The following colleges and universities recently announced area students’ academic achievements during the 2024 spring semester.
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Messalonskee High School lists top 10 seniors
Anne Rebecca Stocco named valedictorian and Lily Mae Mitchell earns salutatorian spot.
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2 Forest Hills High School students recognized for May
JACKMAN — Carroll Frigon of Moose River, a sophomore, was selected as Forest Hills High School’s “Student of the Month” for May. Selection was based on a Strong Academic Finish to the Year and Good Attendance Habits Also, Alan Crawford of Jackman, a junior, was announced as May’s “Random Acts of Kindness” recipient. Check out […]
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Frances Perkins Center awarded $750K Mellon Foundation Humanities in Place grant
NEWCASTLE — The Frances Perkins Center has been awarded a $750,000 grant by the Mellon Foundation, the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities. The center is the first organization in Maine to receive funds from the grant program, that “supports a fuller, more complex telling of American histories and lived experiences by deepening […]
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Free virtual summer equine speaker series offered this summer
ORONO — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension welcomes anyone who owns or cares for equines to participate in the virtual Summer Equine Speaker Series. Three events, all of which will start at 6 p.m., will be held on the following days: Thursday, July 11: Alicia Harlov from the Humble Hoof Rehabilitation Center and podcast […]
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Help needed for Fly Rod Crosby Trail Clean-Up in Phillips June 22
PHILLIPS — Join the High Peaks Alliance from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, for Trail Stewardship on the Fly Rod Crosby Trail. The HPA’s Recreation Ranger Matt Kusper will lead volunteers to complete a few projects. “Volunteers can meet us at the Cascade Stream Gorge Trailhead, where we’ll hike to the […]
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Free outdoor concert offered July 14 at Waterville park
WATERVILLE — A free concert by Trio-of-Horns and Suzuki students is set for 2:30 p.m. Sunday, July 14, at Waterville Community Land Trust’s Lashus Farm Neighborhood Park, 232 Water St. Refreshments, including cold beverages and desserts, will be served. Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket and a picnic lunch. For more information, email [email protected]. […]