BOWDOINHAM — This fall, people can take part in designing the future Merrymeeting Trail. During October, there are set to be a series of four community conversation meetings focused on the trail that will be held in the towns along the trail route: Bowdoinham, Richmond, Gardiner, and Topsham. All are invited to attend. The meeting […]
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Lincoln County Democratic Committee plans Harvest Dinner for Oct. 6
JEFFERSON — The Lincoln County Democratic Committee is set to host its annual Harvest Dinner from 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6 , at Jefferson’s Le Barn event center, the restored gambrel-roofed barn at 132 Waldoboro Rd. The event includes a menu of locally sourced stews and soups and pies. Guests will receive the latest campaign […]
Talk on vagrant birds set for Farmington Oct. 9
FARMINGTON — Western Maine Audubon is sponsoring a live talk by Professor Herb Wilson, “Vagrant Birds Seen in Maine.” The free talk is set for 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, in Thomas Auditorium in the University of Maine at Farmington’s Preble Hall, 173 High St. Wilson will explore some of the research that has been […]
Author to join Finding Our Voices book club discussion
Andre Dubus III is the October guest of the Finding Our Voices Women’s Online Book Club during Domestic Abuse Awareness Month. The event is free and open to women everywhere, whether or not they identify as survivors of domestic abuse. The discussion, set for 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, will be about the […]
Area students make Southern New Hampshire University dean’s, president’s lists
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Southern New Hampshire has named the following local students to its summer dean’s and president’s lists. Dean’s list They are Tamara Butler of Madison, Zachary Eggen of Liberty, Kristin Weeks of Hartland, Brandy Hart of Benton and Jaimie Thomas of Sidney. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of […]
UMaine Augusta offers ‘Getting Started as an Illustrator’ talk Oct. 1
The exhibit is on view through Friday, Oct. 18.
Youth Voting Summit planned for Oct. 5 in Waterville
The summit is designed to inspire young people to become leaders at their schools and campuses.
Gardiner Area Thrives Coalition receives federal grant
This program represents an opportunity to strengthen ongoing efforts in preventing youth substance use in the community.
Educare Central Maine holds first 5K for Kids
Nearly 70 participants of all ages signed up to walk or run and were welcomed back to the Educare campus by Waterville Fire Department’s ladder truck and showered with bubbles.
Swine & Stein Brewfest volunteer training set for Oct. 7
GARDINER — Swine & Stein Brewfest volunteer training is set for 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, at Lisa’s Legit Burritos, 304 Water St. There are many volunteer jobs available, from checking guest tickets to making sure the vendors have everything they need for a successful event. The brewfest is planned for Saturday, Oct. 12. For […]