To honor fallen warriors and contribute to the continuing needs of veterans, members of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 39, Madison, plan to distribute bright red poppies in exchange for a donation throughout May at various businesses in Madison. National Poppy Day is Friday, May 28. The Flanders Fields poppy has become an internationally-known symbol of […]
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Aquaculture research hubs offer at-home aquaponics project
ORONO — A “4-H At-Home Aquaponics Project,” an experiential learning program for youth ages 9 to 18, is to be delivered virtually from June 15 to October. The project is a partnership between the University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H, University of Maine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research, and UMaine Aquaculture Research Institute. It includes learning […]
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Farmington hospital to offer walk-in vaccine clinic
FARMINGTON — Franklin Memorial Hospital’s COVID-19 walk-in vaccine clinic is to administer the Pfizer vaccine for those 12 and older from 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 25. Parental consent is required for anyone younger than 18. The Pfizer vaccine will require a second dose 21 days later. Also offered the week of May 24, […]
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Avon masonry students work at historic Farmington house
The Maine School of Masonry recently worked and collaborated with OSHA, Arbortech and Safety Works at the historic Titcomb House in Farmington. The group included masonry students, founder/instructor Stephen “Mitch” Mitchell, Arbortech representative Troy Conary, OSHA representative Nancy Keune, and Safety Works representative Mary Matthews from the Maine Department of Labor. The students are in […]
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Library plans evening of poetry with Maine poet laureate
The Camden Public Library and the Stewardship Education Alliance plan to host Maine Poet Laureate Stuart Kestenbaum at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 27, for a special evening of poetry. The event will kick off a two-week “Poetry on Windows” (POW!) celebration in downtown Camden. Kestenbaum is to read selections of his work, discuss the creative […]
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Farmington, Jay students graduate from Tampa university
TAMPA, Fla. — Elizabeth Burke of Farmington and Nicholas Cerullo of Jay graduated May 8 from the University of Tampa during a virtual commencement. It was the university’s 152nd commencement. Burke graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. Cerullo graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. Each graduate received a personalized […]
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University to offer class on pressure cooker barbecuing
FORT KENT — University of Maine Cooperative Extension plans to offer an online class, about using pressure cookers to prepare classic barbecue recipes, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 27. “BBQing with your electric pressure cooker” will feature barbecued ribs and baked beans, with recipes and tips for preparing stuffed eggs, pasta, potato salads […]
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Cony plans lacrosse, field hockey clinics for June
AUGUSTA — Lacrosse and field hockey clinics for girls entering grades 1 through 8 this fall will be held at Cony High School, 60 Pierce Drive. Clinics will be directed by Cony High School coaches, and the staff will include current players and alumnae. Players from all towns, schools, and experience levels are welcome. RamtaSTICK […]
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Augusta home names Lee native veteran of month
Blaine Brown Sr., a resident at Maine Veterans’ Homes — Augusta, has been named Veteran of the Month for April. For Brown, the second oldest of his siblings, the town of Lee is home, and where he was raised alongside his three brothers and two sisters. Brown’s father worked various jobs, and his mother worked […]
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UMA nursing program recognizes faculty, student
AUGUSTA — In a ceremony held May 12, coinciding with international nurses’ day, Florence Nightingale’s birthday and National Nurses’ Week, the University of Maine at Augusta Nursing Program presented nationally recognized awards to members of its faculty and student body from The DAISY Award For Extraordinary Nurses. Emily Clemons, a third-year nursing student from Wilton, […]