MADISON, Wis. — Gilbert Taylor of Hallowell, a graduate of the College of Letters and Science, earned a Master of Arts — Library and Information Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. A unique online commencement ceremony was held May 9. The ceremony, forced online because of the Coronavirus pandemic, was for doctoral, bachelor’s, master’s and […]
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SeniorsPlus makes CARES Act mini-grant awards in Western Maine
SeniorsPlus, Western Maine’s designated Area Agency on Aging, distributed $67,000 in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act mini-grant awards. These grants monies were distributed by SeniorsPlus to 15 businesses, organizations, and agencies that serve older people and adults with disabilities in Androscoggin, Oxford, and Franklin counties, according to a news release from the Lewiston-based […]
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Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter launches new free virtual education, support programs
The Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter is offering free virtual support groups and education programs accessible to all living with dementia and their care partners. The association offers support groups that create a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance for families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias to develop mutual support and […]
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Nobleboro Farm offers Friday farm-side pickups
Wanderwood on Sidelinger Road in Nobleboro has moved its farm stand online. They now offer online order pickups on Friday afternoons throughout the season. Wanderwood is a sustainable stays and events business with an integrated farm. “In future seasons, we’re planning to host farm-to-table dinners and events that use the produce we grow on site,” […]
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Deadline for St. Hildegard Food Pantry Recipe Challenge set for Aug. 15
This year’s theme is a Maine staple, the potato.
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Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area to offer training course via Zoom
Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area is offering a free 24-hour training course covering a variety of end-of-life issues in the area late this summer. These sessions can equip you to be a hospice patient volunteer if you so desire. If not, completing the training can help you to serve your neighbors or family members facing […]
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Maine Music Society elects news officers
Officers include Richard O’Brien, David Blocher, Gil Lapointe and Susan Trask.
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Strand youth film competition seeks entries for film fest
Entries will be accepted through Aug. 31.
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Virtual Strut for Strays set for Oct. 11-17
Registration for Franklin County Animal Shelter event to close Aug. 31.
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Pine Grove Programs Golf Invitational set for Sept. 19 in Pittsfield
Rolling tourney to be offered through Sept. 17 for those who can’t join invitational.