DURHAM, N.H. — The following local students graduated May 22 and 23 from the University of New Hampshire in Durham. Corinna Coulton of East Winthrop earned a Bachelor of Science degree in animal science. Kierra Rolston of Litchfield was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in nutritional sciences. Alexander Terry of Benton graduated with a […]
Community
Solon workshop to focus on birds, forestry
SOLON — Landowners, foresters and loggers interested in learning how to support Maine’s forest songbirds are invited to attend a “Forestry for Maine Birds” workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 5. The workshop will be held at the Robbins Hill Scenic Area (Old Canada Road), U.S. Route 201, in Solon. In the spring, […]
Eight non-profits receive grants from The Very Basics Fund
REGION — Literacy Volunteers, American Red Cross, Safe Voices, Rural Community Action Ministry, Care and Share Food Closet, Mission at the Eastward, Western Maine Center for Children and Rangeley Region Health and Wellness Partnership received grants in May totaling $28,429. Funding was provided through generous donations to the fund from individuals, businesses and foundations. United […]
HEAP applications open
EAST WILTON — Western Maine Community Action, Inc. (WMCA) continues to assist with applications for residents of Franklin County for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP or Fuel Assistance) who have not applied and received a benefit since Aug. 24, 2020. Applications will be taken through July 15 for this program year. All applications are […]
United Way plans 5-Card Float down Sandy River
FARMINGTON — United Way of the Tri-Valley Area will host its first 5-Card Float down the Sandy River on June 26. Put-in will be at the Fairbanks Bridge between 10 a.m. and noon, take-out will be at DHHS in Farmington. There will be a shuttle service to get participants back to their vehicles at the […]
Skowhegan family council plans community baby shower
A collection event set for June 4 at the Skowhegan Chamber of Commerce.
Augusta historical society to open for walk-in research
AUGUSTA — As Maine begins to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kennebec Historical Society plans to open to walk-in research starting Tuesday, June 1. In accordance with the latest state guidance, researchers are welcome to wear a mask, but it is no longer required. The society also encourages anyone to stay home if they […]
State energy leaders to discuss Maine’s future
The Camden Public Library and the Camden Energy Committee plan to conclude a series of presentations about energy use and conservation with a fourth discussion at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 3, via Zoom. This session in the “Let’s Talk About Energy” series steps up the conversation to the state level. A panel of speakers representing […]
Newcastle center receives conservation grant for landmark
NEWCASTLE — The Frances Perkins Center has received a conservation grant from The 1772 Foundation in partnership with Maine Preservation for the France Perkins Homestead National Historic Landmark. This $6,500 matching grant is to assist with roof repairs and preservation of the homestead, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2022. “The news […]
Local students make SNHU dean’s list
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The following local students have been named to the 2021 winter dean’s list at Southern New Hampshire University. They include Katie Miller of Palermo, Nicole Gentz of Chelsea, Haley Dionne of Winthrop, Clyde Pingree of Livermore Falls, Rachel Paquette of Gardiner, Kayla Hatheway of Dresden, Zachary Hartt of Bingham, Erica Stetson of Winslow and Teagan Newhall of […]