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Dec. 24, 1988: Generosity flies Augusta mom to son’s bedside in Nashville, and Maine programs offer little help to abused teenagers
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Life & Culture, Local & State, Schools and Education
Organizations team up to offer free holiday lunch in Augusta
This is the first year Maine Arts Academy and Carver’s Driving Academy have teamed up for this holiday celebration.
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Dec. 23, 1977: Waterville woman wins $50,000 jackpot in South Portland, and the Vassalboro Senior Citizens Puddin’ Head Band put on a show
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Dec. 22, 1986: Kennebec Valley Medical Center employees get ‘reassuring’ news about AIDS virus from US CDC, and Fayette needs a solution for town’s garbage
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Dec. 21, 1994: Kennebec Savings, Waterville Savings & Loan Banks to merge, and tonight’s winter solstice means days are about get longer
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Dec. 20, 1978: City council votes for first hurdle to repair Waterville Junior High School, and Somerset County treasurer asks for probe of commissioners
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State, News
Hallmark Christmas movies love Maine
At least 8 of the popular films have Maine-set stories, including this year’s ‘A Novel Noel.’
Posted inAnimals, Life & Culture, Local & State
Suzie the bear, longtime Maine Wildlife Park resident, dies at 30
‘Suzie wasn’t big for a black bear, but her bear boss attitude reminded her larger bear friends to respect their elders,’ the park said in its announcement.
Posted inFood & Dining, Local & State
Hispanic Mainers gather for the holidays to make tamales together
The leaf-wrapped package is so much more than merely something to eat.