AUGUSTA — Capital Area Technical Center has announced its November professionals of the month. Parker Sergent, a resident of Augusta and senior at Cony High School, is making waves both academically and athletically in the local community. As a dedicated student enrolled in the Business Academy, he has thrived in the college-like environment, honing his […]
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Extension offers free virtual nutrition course beginning Jan. 3
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is set to hold a nine-session virtual nutrition class for young adults aged 19-25 and adults with young children. The course, “Eating Smart, Being Active,” runs from Wednesday, Jan. 3, through the end of February. The course aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to make […]
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Educational center to offer college planning sessions in Lewiston in January
The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning virtual sessions: • Thursday, Jan. 4, at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. and noon; • Friday, Jan. 5, at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. […]
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Bamboo fly rod hybrid presentation set for Dec. 20
Downeast Trout Unlimited plans to host a hybrid presentation by Bob Bechtold at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20. Bechtold, who will share his experience building a bamboo fly rod, will cover each step of the process. Bechtold was introduced to fishing before entering grade school by his grandmother. He began fly fishing in the ’80s. […]
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Sidney state biologist receives land trust’s volunteer of year award
UNITY — The Sebasticook Regional Land Trust presented Dan Hill of Sidney with its 2023 Volunteer of the Year award at its annual meeting in November. “We could not steward our lands without our volunteer labor,” said Tom Aversa, board chair for the land trust, in a news release from the trust. “Dan has been […]
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Maine Chapter of American Mothers installs officers
The Maine Chapter of American Mothers held its installation of officers Dec. 1 at the Viles Estate in Augusta. President Lina Michaud installed the following suite of officers for 2024: President Lisa Newell, First Vice President Adrian Phair, Second Vice President Rebecca Pushard, Treasurer Cynthia Oakes and Secretary Jennifer Fortin. Third Vice President Lisa Johnson […]
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Free curbside community Christmas dinner set for Augusta
AUGUSTA — A free curbside Christmas dinner is scheduled to be provided from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Christmas Day — Monday, Dec. 25 — at South Parish Congregational Church, 9 Church St. All are welcome to a full turkey dinner. Those unable to drive to the church, who would like a turkey dinner delivered […]
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Numbers are in for Maine Audubon’s 40th annual loon count
Maine Audubon’s annual loon count turned 40 in July, and volunteer counters tallied loons on the highest number of lakes since the count began. On July 15, 1,503 volunteer loon counters headed out to a record 374 lakes to gather important data, allowing Maine Audubon to calculate a population estimate for southern Maine and keep […]
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Bridge clubs name recent winners
Elm City Bridge Club Elm City Bridge Club in Waterville plays games at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St.; new players are welcome. For more information, call Jessie Gunther at 207-487-7008. Capitol City Duplicate Bridge Club The Capitol City Duplicate Bridge Club winners for Nov. 22 were Pat Damon […]
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UMaine at Farmington community aims to brighten holiday season
Multiple charitable giving opportunities are planned through Dec. 15.