AUGUSTA — The Maine State Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting and dinner Oct. 30 at the Augusta Civic Center. The chamber presented a leadership award to retiring Thomas College President Laurie G. Lachance and honored the Lewiston-Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce for its leadership and efforts following the October 2023 mass shooting tragedy […]
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Jackman essay winners recognized at school assembly
The William B. Doughty Auxiliary No. 5723 of Jackman sponsors the contest and awards the winners a monetary prize.
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Union library to host ‘Armchair Adventure to Greece’ Nov. 20
UNION — Vose Library’s patrons and friends are invited to an “Armchair Adventure to Greece” with Tim and Laurie Warden at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, at the 392 Common Road library. The Wardens experienced a two-month journey through Greece last winter. Among the sites they visited were “amazing Athens, beautiful Crete, the peaceful Peloponnese, […]
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Maine Seacoast Mission offering college, career prep workshop series
CHERRYFIELD — Maine Seacoast Mission plans to offer a series of workshops for high school and college students, as well as their parents, to help with transition to college or careers. The College and Career Preparation Workshop Series, held online or in person at the Downeast Campus, cover topics like life skills, wellness, and college […]
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Bridge clubs list recent winners
Elm City Bridge Club Elm City Bridge Club winners on Nov. 12 were Rona Backstrom and Natasha Rosenbaum. Ken Harvey and Diane Bishop placed second, and Lee Lenfest and Jeannie Reilling placed third. Games begin at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St.; new players are welcome. For more information, call […]
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The Way It Was in Skowhegan: Week of Nov. 18-25
Showcasing what happened in the Skowhegan-area on this date for the week of Nov. 18-25.
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The Way It Was in Hallowell: Week of Nov. 18-25
Showcasing what happened in the Hallowell-area on this date for the week of Nov. 18-25.
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Alfond Youth & Community Center honors veterans with free admission through the week
The Mobile Veteran Unit will be stationed at the center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday.
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UMaine experts lead conversations around best practices for AI in schools
ORONO — Whenever she talks about teachers using artificial intelligence, University of Maine associate professor of special education Sarah Howorth likes to remind whoever she’s talking to that educators have always used technology to support student learning. “Probably the most relatable example for most people is the use of calculators in math class,” Howorth said […]
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Waterville Senior High School announces honor roll
WATERVILLE — Waterville Senior High School recently named the following students to its first-quarter honor roll for the 2024-25 academic year. Seniors — High honors: Savya Acharya, Hayleigh Benacquisto, Evan Brochu, Rylee Crowell, Emma Davis, Allison Dorval, Brady Dyer, Garrett Gendreau, Fynley Grubbs, Eric Hansen, Nivonsenga Hawyarima, Martin Hazlehurst, Leo Henkins, India Sky Hernandez, Sarah […]