AUGUSTA — Spectrum Generations plans to offer a Savvy Caregiver class via Zoom at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, July 19 to Aug. 23. The nonprofit area agency on aging is aware that caregivers or care partners of someone with Alzheimer’s face challenges when it comes to attending events. For this reason, Spectrum Generations will offer the […]
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Blueberry Hill Farm field day set for July 14 in Jonesboro
University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s annual wild blueberry field day is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, July 14 at UMaine’s Blueberry Hill Farm, 1643 U.S. Route 1, Jonesboro. Blueberry Hill Farm Field Day will feature information sessions on pest and crop management, drought management, fresh pack technology and harvester demonstrations. UMaine Extension […]
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Seven class of 2022 high school graduates awarded scholarships
Seven area high school graduates from the class of 2022 have been awarded college scholarships. The winners of the 2022 Skowhegan Savings College Scholarship awards include Cheyenne Cahill, Carrabec High School, North Anson; Emily Eastlack, Rangeley Lakes Regional High School; Brooke McKenney, Madison Area Memorial High School; Gracie Moore, Maine Central Institute, Pittsfield; Jordan Plamondon, […]
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Husson University to offer Pharmacy Summer Camp in July
Husson University is planning to host its 2022 Pharmacy Summer Camp on its Bangor campus at 1 College Circle. The three-day camp, Monday through Wednesday, July 18-20, gives high school students an opportunity to experience what it means to be a professional pharmacist. Educational modules focused on laboratory skills, compounding, patient counseling, hospital pharmacies, and […]
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Winslow student named to Muhlenberg College dean’s list
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Kathleen McCowan of Winslow has been named to the 2022 spring semester dean’s list at Muhlenberg College. Muhlenberg College students and Muhlenberg College School of Continuing Studies students with a term GPA of 3.50 or higher were recognized for this academic achievement.
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Healthy Living for ME announces July in-person, online workshops
Healthy Living for ME has announced its July workshop schedule. Through its network partners, Healthy Living for ME is able to offer in-person and online workshops statewide. The workshops include programs that help people improve their fitness, help people manage chronic conditions, and provide support and resources for caregivers. “We’re pleased to be able to […]
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Farmington-area group explores Ukrainian sponsorship, to meet July 11
A group of Farmington area residents have been meeting to discuss providing support for displaced Ukrainians under the U.S. government program, Uniting for Ukraine. Millions of people have been forced to leave their homes and millions now have no homes to return to since the Russian army first attacked the country on Feb. 24. The […]
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Husson University names local students to 2022 spring honors list
BANGOR — The following local students have been named to the 2022 spring honors list at Husson University. Olivia Anne Lagace of Augusta is enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Olivia Rose Chabot of Augusta is enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Eli Peter Michaud of Belgrade is enrolled […]
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Palermo library, society to co-host re-enactor during library’s annual meeting
The Palermo Community Library is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary at its annual meeting at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 10, at the library at 2789 Route 3. The Palermo Historical Society joins the library in co-hosting its featured speaker Capt. David Sulin, a member of Maine 20th Volunteer Infantry Company B reenactors. Sulin will […]
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SeniorsPlus announces summer office hours
SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging for Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, has announced its summer office hours, according to a news release from the agency. Lewiston Office, 8 Falcon Road, hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays. Those with a specific concern are encouraged to make an […]