NEWTON, Mass. — Sydney Veilleux, a Lasell University student from Skowhegan, was recognized by peers for outstanding collaboration in the 2023 spring semester in Veilleux’s retail innovation lab course. Veilleux was selected as one of the two best people to work with in the course. Recipients of the Collaboration Recognition Award are selected by their […]
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Local students make Hamilton College dean’s list
CLINTON, N.Y. — Two local students were named to the 2023 spring semester dean’s list at Hamilton College. Charles Haberstock of Waterville, a rising junior majoring in economics and geosciences, is a graduate of Waterville Senior High School. Allen Weiss of Manchester, a rising sophomore, is a graduate of Kents Hill School. Check […]
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Local students graduate from University of Vermont
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Seven local students earned degrees from the University of Vermont. Abbigail Doiron of Augusta graduated with a bachelor’s in health sciences. Grace Moulton of Augusta graduated with a bachelor’s in animal sciences. Moriah Hajduk of Winthrop graduated with a bachelor’s in global studies. Matthew Nickerson of Lincolnville graduated with a bachelor’s in […]
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UMaine researchers seek opinions on browntail moth control
The anonymous, 15-20-minute survey is available online until Friday, Aug. 4.
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New Ventures Maine to offer free summer classes
Classes cover career building, entrepreneurship and money management.
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Programs protect, new documentary promotes Wilson Lake
The courtesy boat inspection program prevents invasive water plants and other unwanted things from entering Wilson Lake while a new documentary will showcase the importance of the lake’s environmental impact, the economic significance it can have for the town and its cultural aspects.
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Wiscasset’s Homes on Tour Day captures community spirit
A Homes on Tour Day was held in Wiscasset July 8. About 200 people wandered Wiscasset’s historic district, strolling from site to site to take in the spectacle of this eclectic mix. The Customs House on Water Street, now a private residence, was a big draw. Visitors enjoyed seeing the historical blueprints for the building […]
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Mental health awareness walk set for Hallowell July 27
HALLOWELL — To kick off summer and raise awareness for mental health, NAMI Maine plans to host #TiedToAwareness – Walk Kick-Off, an afternoon of creative, tie-dye fun and a change to learn all about Maine’s growing mental health movement NAMIWalks Maine. The event will be held from 3-6 p.m. Thursday, July 27, at NAMI Maine, […]
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Oakland’s Oakfest scheduled for July 28-29
OAKLAND — A weekend of family fun is set for Friday and Saturday, July 28 and 29, in Oakland. Two days of family entertainment begins Friday evening with Oakfest’s Downtown Dine on Main Street in Oakland. Bring the children to the Oakland Lions Club Scavenger Hunt for 8- to 12-year-olds, enter the corn hole tournament […]
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Oakland student earns spot on Coastal Carolina University dean’s list
CONWAY, S.C. — Katelyn Robertson of Oakland has been named to the 2023 spring semester dean’s list at Coastal Carolina University. Students who make the dean’s list have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher (3.25 for freshmen) for the semester. Check out upcoming area events!