University of Maine Cooperative Extension plant pathologist Alicyn Smart recently began receiving reports of Maine lawns turning black in certain areas during the recent drought. Smart determined the cause is a fungal disease commonly known as “black lawn,” which is caused by the pathogen Cladosporium. It occurs when grass becomes stressed, such as times of […]
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Pottery Studio summer classes offered
Classes of four will be held at Merrymeeting Arts Center in Bowdoinham.
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Public Theatre seeks creative kids for virtual classes July 21 through Aug. 4
The Public Theatre is offering pay-what-you-can virtual theater classes for children ages 9-12 and 13-17. The theatre’s newest program, Virtual PLAYground, puts fun in learning the fundamentals of theater. Taught on Zoom by a staff of theatre professionals, the program provides a fun and challenging experience along with a nurturing environment to help children feel […]
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Choosing native plants for pollinators webinar set for July 20
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a webinar about selecting native plants for a pollinator-friendly garden from noon to 1 p.m. Monday, July 20, according to a news release from the UMaine Extension office based in Orono. Choosing Native Plants for Pollinators can inform participants about how to select native plants for pollinators and […]
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Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services updates office protocols for COVID-19
In an effort to continue to slow the spread of COVID-19, the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services will continue to serve the public by phone appointment, the use of video appointments and a video intercom system with secure drop boxes for customers that wish to deliver documents in person, according to a news release from […]
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Taste of Waterville set for Oct. 11 at Head of Falls
WATERVILLE — Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s 28th annual Taste of Waterville is planned for 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Head of Falls. Normally held the first week of August, this year’s event has been moved because of large event gathering restrictions, expected to be expanded later this fall. Construction on […]
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Kennebec Valley participating in food program
Boys & Girls Clubs of Kennebec Valley at 14 Pray St., in Gardiner, is participating in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program through June 30, 2021, according to a news release from the club. Meals are available at no separate charge to all enrolled children without regard to race, color, national origin, age, […]
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USDA announces flexibilities for producers filing ‘Notice of Loss’ for failed, prevented planted acres
The U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C., is providing additional flexibilities for producers to file on acres with failed crops or crops that were prevented from planting because of extreme weather events. USDA’s Farm Service Agency is adding these flexibilities for Notice of Loss on both insured and uninsured crops to enable service centers […]
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Lithgow Library to offer virtual events during Summer Reading Program
Events planned July 16, 23 and 30, and Thursdays in August.
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Madelyn Johnson makes Johnson & Wales University dean’s list
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Johnson & Wales University student Madelyn Johnson of Pittston, a Tourism & Hospitality major in the College of Hospitality Management, has been named to the 2020 spring term dean’s list. Johnson, a first-year student, is the daughter of Tracy and K.C. Johnson, and a 2019 graduate of Gardiner Area High School. Full-time, […]