ROME — Registration is open for Pine Tree Camp summer sessions. Maine youth and adults with disabilities can have the adventure of a lifetime this summer at Maine’s only American Camp Association accredited camp exclusively for children and adults with disabilities, according to a news release from the society. Applications are being accepted at pinetreesociety.org/camp-home. […]
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Educational center to offer college planning sessions in Lewiston
The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning virtual sessions are set for 9, 10 and 11 a.m. and noon Monday, Feb. 26; and 9 and 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, Thursday, […]
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Monmouth Academy recognizes honor students
Monmouth Academy has announced the following students were named to its first semester honor roll for the 2023-24 academic year. Seniors — Summa cum laude: Abigail Atwood, Samantha Barker, Megan Burnham, Reese Beaudoin, Haley DeHahn, Ezekiel Delorme, June Foyt, Ian Fournier, Mason Ham, Isabelle Hamann, Lucas Harmon, Madison Herr and Richard Johnson. Also, Mallory Langlois, Olyvia […]
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New Wabanaki basketry lexicon will give Indigenous communities say in cultural representation
ORONO — “This is special,” said Wabakani tribe member Jennifer Neptune as she peered through the glass pane of a display at the University of Maine Hudson Museum. “What’s unique about this one is the lace work around the outside edge. See how the ash is woven?” Her fingers moved in a weaving motion, an […]
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Waterville’s Letourneau ice fishing derby, winter carnival set for Feb. 18
WATERVILLE — The 26th Annual Gene & Lucille Letourneau Ice Fishing Derby is set for Sunday, Feb. 18, on any safe, legal Maine pond or lake of their choice with the official weigh-in set for 2-5 p.m. at the Muskie Community Center, 38 Gold St. This mid-winter tradition for ice fishing enthusiasts and families attracts […]
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China Lake Ice Fishing Derby scheduled for Feb. 18
The China Four Seasons Club and China Village Volunteer Fire Department are partnering for the fifth annual China Lake Ice Fishing Derby, set for Sunday, Feb. 18. The event is coordinated with the China Ice Days Winter Festival, featuring town-wide activities that include a special dinner at the Mason’s Lodge on Friday night followed by […]
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Applications open for Innovate for Maine Fellows internship program
ORONO — The University of Maine’s Foster Center for Innovation seeks students and companies to participate in the 2024 Innovate for Maine Fellows internship program. Applications are open. Innovate for Maine connects Maine college students with the state’s most exciting and fastest growing companies for paid, meaningful, hands-on internship experiences. The program looks for both […]
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Winterpaloozah! to unleash frosty fun in Rangeley Feb. 18
RANGELEY — Winterpaloozah! is planned from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, against the backdrop of the Rangeley Lakes Region’s Haley Pond and the Town Park. Register for all competitions at business.rangeleymaine.com or at the welcome table outside the Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Information Center. Cardboard sled racing will kick off at […]
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Carrabassett Valley library to screen ‘Advice for Girls’ Feb. 17
Fundraiser to benefit Mount Abram High School Ski Team.
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Winslow Valentine’s dinner, dance to benefit food pantry Feb. 17
WINSLOW — A Valentine’s Dinner & Dance is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, at the VFW Post at 175 Veteran Drive. There will be live music from local Will McPherson, plus a DJ. A silent auction will also take place. The event is a fundraiser for the Winslow Community Cupboard food pantry, which […]