AUGUSTA — To celebrate Earth Day, the Social Justice & Peace Commission at St. Michael Parish invites all to a Zoom session from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 22. “Restore Our Common Home” will be facilitated by Frank Cuff, a member of the commission. On Saturday, April 24, from 9 to 11 a.m., the […]
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History behind maritime photos to be discussed April 22
The Camden Public Library will partner with the Penobscot Marine Museum at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 22, for an online presentation during the library’s celebration of Maritime Month. Matt Wheeler, the museum’s digital collections curator, will narrate a slideshow featuring selections of maritime photography from the museum’s Maynard Bray Collection. Wheeler will discuss Bray’s background […]
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United Way COVID-19 impact and plans for the future
United Way of the Tri-Valley Area’s mission is to improve people’s lives and build a strong and healthy community. It meets its mission by raising funds and allocating those funds to programs throughout Greater Franklin County ranging from Literacy Volunteers and Meals on Wheels to a wheelchair ramp program at Mission at the Eastward. United […]
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Buttons 4 Babes Giving Circle holds button bee
Buttons for Babes project helps children in Greater Franklin County
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Franklin County Children’s Task Force Parent Enrichment Classes
All classes offered online through Zoom
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United Way of the Tri-Valley Area plans events
REGION — The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area is planning the following events and programs. All COVID-19 precautions will remain in place as conditions warrant. Free tax preparation through the Western Maine CA$H Coalition (now through mid-May): Call 778-7854 to schedule an appointment. Mother’s Day Rose Sale (orders will be accepted through April 30; […]
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Historical society to explore life of ‘First Franco’ April 21
AUGUSTA — Kennebec Historical Society will host “First Franco: Albert Beliveau in Law, Politics and Love,” a Facebook live presentation, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 21. Former Chief Justice Dan Wathen and Severin Beliveau, partner in Preti Flaherty and former legislator and gubernatorial candidate, will take part in the talk. Author Douglas Rooks will read […]
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Grant program awards more than $20K toward elders
ELLSWORTH — Grants totaling $20,702 have been awarded to 10 Maine nonprofit organizations and municipalities through the Lifelong Communities Mini-Grant Program. The program, part of Maine Community Foundation’s strategic goal on thriving older people, helps communities be more supportive of older Mainers’ health, well-being, and ability to age in place. Grantees include: • Age-Friendly Communities […]
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Chelsea teen receives MPA Principal’s Award
SOUTH CHINA — Michael Nicholas III of Chelsea, a senior at Erskine Academy, has been selected to receive the 2021 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principal’s Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic excellence, outstanding school citizenship, and leadership. Nicholas is a consistent high-honors student in a highly […]
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Madison auxiliary observes month of military child
MADISON — April is designated as Month of the Military Child. To show support for military children and raise awareness of their sacrifices, people wear purple. Purple indicates that all branches of the military are supported. Air Force blue, Army green, Navy blue, Marine red, and Coast Guard blue all are thought to combine as […]