Camp Ray of Hope, a weekend retreat for individuals and families grieving the loss of a loved one, will be held from Friday through Sunday, Sept. 6-8, at Pilgrim Lodge at 103 Pilgrim Lodge Lane in West Gardiner. The cost is $60 per person or $180 for a family of three or more; scholarships are […]
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Whitefield Fourth of July organizers plan parade, seek items for annual auction
Those who have good, re-saleable items for the auction (no white goods, please) can call 207-624-2268 or 207-458-5641 to make an appointment to drop auction items off at the station Monday through Thursday nights in June.
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St. Michael School lists honor roll students
AUGUSTA — St. Michael School has announced its third trimester honor roll students for the 2023-24 academic year. Grade 5 — High honors: Evan Gosselin, Jocelyn Haskell, CoraRuth Longley, Luke Lord, Chandler Nicknair, Lucien Radonis and Brady Small. Honors: Ryder Jean, Michael Jaquillard, Creek Nelson, Hunter Pickrell, Mila Smith, Hannah Sousa, Ava Sweeney and Evelyn […]
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Scouts from Hallowell Troop 647 earn Eagle Scout rank
The two last Scouts of Hallowell Troop 647, Zacharie Claude and Ryan Glidden, were presented with the Eagle Scout rank during a ceremony at the Captain Frank E. Goodrich American Legion Post #6 on Friday, May 24, evening marking the capstone of their Scouting journey and the final chapter of Troop 647. Both are seniors […]
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Gardiner Memorial Day Parade returns
Dresden Avenue, Lincoln Avenue and School Street will be closed off by 9 a.m.
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Scholarships, awards presented at 2024 Cony High School graduation
AUGUSTA — Cony High School’s class of 2024 graduation was held at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 9, at the Augusta Civc Center. The following awards, prizes and scholarships were presented during Cony Award Assemblies and Class Day Alice Reynolds Scholarship: Brandon Mastrianno Alison Rollins Lucas Scholarship: Joshua Kidd Arion Music Award for a deserving member […]
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Washington library to launch summer reading program June 13
Gibbs Library’s summer reading program officially begins Thursday, June 13, with a visit from children’s author Fran Hodgkins, at 40 Old Union Road in Washington Village. This summer’s theme is Read, Renew, Repeat! All readers are encouraged to participate: children, teens, and yes, adults. Prizes for meeting reading and activity goals include gift certificates from […]
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Grace Christian Academy names honor students
WEST GARDINER — Grace Christian Academy recognizes the following students for honor roll achievement for the fourth quarter of the 2023-24 academic year. Highest honors: Connor Barry. High honors: Belicia Cuevas, Ronnie Cuevas and and Joshua Grant. Honors: Gavin Inglis. Check out upcoming area events!
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Maine Children’s Home relaunches Christmas in July campaign
The holiday and winter assistance program supports children and youth across Maine whose families are facing financial hardship.
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Farm tractor safety courses to be offered in April, May
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is set to offer farm tractor safety classes in Gorham, Sidney and Presque Isle, starting Monday, April 8. Classes in each location meet for multiple days. Courses will be held at Shaw Cherry Hill Farm in Gorham, Kramer Tractor in Sidney, and School Administrative District 1 Presque Isle High […]