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Farmington Grange raises $40,00 to paint historic building
WEST FARMINGTON — A total of $40,000 has been received since the call went out to the community on May 1 for money to paint the exterior and the interior ceiling of the 130-year old historic building on Bridge Street, home to the Farmington Grange since 1938. “While the call went out for $6,000 to […]
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Endicott College recognizes local dean’s list students
BEVERLY, Mass. — Endicott College has announced the following local students were named to the 2022 spring dean’s lists: Hunter Scholz of Augusta, history major, son of Kimberly Scholz and Stephen Scholz. Hailey Hobart of China Village, liberal studies/education major, daughter of Deborah Hobart and Daniel Hobart. Grace Chute of Kents Hill, marketing communications/advertising major, […]
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Farmington golf classic raises $22,000 for public health programming
Franklin Community Health Network’s annual Health Care Golf Classic was held July 11 at the Sugarloaf Golf Club. The tournament benefitted the Healthy Community Coalition of Greater Franklin County and the Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center, according to a news release from the Farmington-based network. Thirteen teams from throughout Maine took part in the […]
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Oakland student graduates from Kutztown University
KUTZTOWN, Pa. — Benjamin Thomas Murphy of Oakland has been awarded a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from Kutztown University. Kutztown University has conferred degrees for more than 1,070 students for the 2022 spring semester. Check out other upcoming area events!
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Camden library to offer historic walking tours on Fridays
The Camden Public Library plans to offer a walking tour of downtown Camden at 4 p.m. Fridays from July 1 through Sept. 16. This educational tour features a handful of historic sites in downtown Camden, including the Camden Public Library grounds and Amphitheatre, which were designated a National Historic Landmark in 2013. Participants can learn […]
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Photo Album: Farmington celebrates Summer Fest
Meetinghouse Park in Farmington was a bevy of activity Saturday morning with numerous vendors offering free foods and activities for children to enjoy.
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Farmington church to host benefit cruise in/car hop July 31
FARMINGTON — A Cruise In/Car Hop is planned for 4 p.m. Sunday, July 31, with an entertaining afternoon/evening filled with music and food while viewing classic cars and trucks at Fairbanks Union Church, 583 Fairbank Road. According to a news release from the church, a truck division has been added this year. Car and truck […]
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Jefferson church to host fair July 30
St. Giles Church’s mascot, Giles the mouse, has been busily working with parishioners to prepare a fun day for kids at the church’s annual fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 30, at 72 Gardiner Road, Jefferson. A highlight of the kids’ activities will be a Hobby Horse Showjumping Competition, a timed event […]
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Mount Vernon nonprofit revs up engines on its auction, finishes July 29
MOUNT VERNON — Neighbors Driving Neighbors, a volunteer-based nonprofit that offers free rides to rural residents in its service area, is currently hosting its annual auction online. The auction began July 1, and the nonprofit is heading for a strong finish Friday, July 29. To place a bid on one-of-a-kind art, treats, and experiences, visit […]