FAIRFIELD — Lawrence High School has announced the following students were named to its second-quarter honor roll for the 2021-22 academic year. Grade 12 — High honors: Kay Belanger, Gage Boudreau, Michael Brown, Brandon Butler, Amelia Charland, Jesse Dixon, Mikala Ferland, Lucas Ferreira, Blair Fortin, Trey Goodwin, Alexis Gordon, Emily Hagerty, Elizabeth Hatch, Hannah Higgins, Corbin […]
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Farmington university arts center to present Peace Corps exhibit
The University of Maine at Farmington plans to present “Departures: Peace Corps Pandemic Stories,” a multimedia exhibit inviting audiences to engage with the voices and stories of Peace Corps Volunteers and staff impacted by the global suspension of Peace Corps programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Between February and March 2020, the Peace Corps evacuated more […]
Local students earn awards at New Jersey university
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Three local residents have earned an award of excellence at Western Governors University. The award is given to students who perform at a superior level in their coursework. Marsha Polley of Chelsea and Dawne Southworth of Montville earned the award at the university’s College of Business. Kit Potelle of Winslow earned […]
Local students earn New Jersey university awards
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Three local residents have earned an award of excellence at Western Governors University. Amber Bower of Gardiner and Brooke Berberich of Randolph both earned an award at the university’s Teachers College. Veronica Grady of West Gardiner earned one at the university’s College of Health Professions. The award is given to students […]
Clark University recognizes local dean’s list students
WORCESTER, Mass. — Six local students were named to the 2021 fall dean’s list at Clark University. Meghan E. Kennedy of Monmouth was named to first honors. Samuel G. Pilgrim of Dresden was named to second honors. Hanna B. Lavenson of Belgrade was named to first honors. Ellie C. Hodgkin of Manchester was named to […]
Scouts participate in ice fishing weekend
When the state announced that Feb. 19 and 20 would be a free fishing weekend, area Scouts donned their winter gear, grabbed their fishing equipment and took to the ice — some even winning area ice fishing competitions, according to a news release from Chuck Mahaleris, district vice chairman for Kennebec Valley District of Scouting. […]
Waterville Creates to host Youth Art Month exhibit
In conjunction with the exhibition, Waterville Creates will launch the Youth Arts Access Fund on March 1.
Elm City Bridge Club recognizes Feb. 22 winners
FAIRFIELD — Rona Backstrom and Jessie Gunther were winners at the Elm City Bridge Club’s Feb. 22 game. Ed and Joyce Rushton placed second. Starting Tuesday, March 1, the club will meet at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Elks Lodge, Industrial Road in Waterville. Participants are asked to bring their own partner. The club […]
Houseplant care is topic of UMaine extension webinar
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension plans to offer a webinar for home gardeners about effective houseplant care from noon to 1:15 p.m. Friday, March 4. How Not to Kill Your Houseplants includes tips for matching a potting medium, watering, lighting, containers, pest control and humidity to a plant’s needs. Karen Ramsey, owner of […]
Republican committee event to be held in Farmington
Former Maine Gov. Paul LePage is to be the guest speaker.