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Ag department offers farm loans for underserved and beginning farmers
BANGOR — The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency offers farm ownership and farm operating loans to underserved applicants as well as beginning farmers and ranchers. Underserved or beginning farmers and ranchers who cannot obtain commercial credit from a bank can apply for FSA direct or guaranteed loans. USDA defines underserved applicants as a […]
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Syntiro supporting Maine students through 7-year grant
AUGUSTA — Syntiro recently announced it now has a full team of dedicated professionals to support the needs of the 2023-30 GEAR UP Maine RISE Grant. This team is ready to partner with GEAR UP schools, students and families across Maine to deliver essential resources, guidance and opportunities for academic and career success. Syntiro is […]
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Old Fort Western to hold Victorian Christmas Nov. 30 in Augusta
AUGUSTA — Old Fort Western is set to participate in the city’s Christmas celebration on Saturday, Nov. 30. A Victorian Christmas is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Western garrison, 16 Cony St. Attendees can warm themselves by the hearth or the bonfire outside on the parade grounds. There will be […]
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Pittsfield’s Parade of Lights, tree-lighting ceremony set for Nov. 30
PITTSFIELD — The town’s second annual Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting Ceremony is set for Saturday, Nov. 30. Festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. with a parade featuring decorated floats, local organizations, and festive holiday displays. The parade lineup starts at 3:30 p.m. on Industrial Park Street. The parade will proceed down Somerset Avenue, turn […]
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ArtsFarmington offers new Arts Inspire Youth program
FARMINGTON — ArtsFarmington, an affiliate of the University of Maine at Farmington, has developed its Arts Inspire Youth program to offer free access to its programs for those 18 years old and younger. This includes this year’s performance of The Nutcracker. Those wishing to access the program may do so while purchasing tickets online or […]
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High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers
The High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers to lead outdoor programs and workshops on its conserved lands and the lands it stewards. The alliance is partnering with GoldLEAF Institute to connect the 55-plus community with Maine’s High Peaks Region. Volunteer opportunities include co-leaders for guided adventures such as the winter snowshoe series, a monthly 60-90 minute […]
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Vassalboro church to hold online holiday auction
VASSALBORO — The Vassalboro United Methodist Church is set to hold an online holiday auction from 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, through 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9. More than 100 items will be available to place bids on at any time. The option to “buy now” is also included with each item or place bids […]
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Camden school to offer ukulele workshop Dec. 7
CAMDEN — A 90-minute Bay Chamber workshop for intermediate ukulele players is set for 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 7, at Bay Chamber Concerts and Music School, 5 Mountain St. The workshop offers clear steps toward a higher level of playing with a focus on skill building, technique and expression. “My goal is to […]
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Augusta United Way creates ‘Unignorable’ campaign posters
AUGUSTA — United Way of Kennebec Valley is bringing attention to critical community issues through its 2024 “Unignorable” campaign. With two featured posters on education inequality and childhood hunger, UWKV emphasizes barriers that prevent children in Kennebec County from realizing their potential, affecting both their well-being and the community’s future. Conceptualized and illustrated by UWKV […]