The sentencing of John Williams to life in prison for the shooting death of a Somerset County sheriff’s deputy, the murder of a mother and a fatal propane explosion in Farmington were some of the major Morning Sentinel stories of the year.
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For small towns, grant program for energy-efficient lighting is a bright idea
Partners Efficiency Maine and The Nature Conservancy are offering grants to offset the cost of converting inefficient lighting to LEDs.
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Neighbors Driving Neighbors honor volunteers
On Dec. 6, at the Viles House in Augusta, Neighbors Driving Neighbors held a festive event to honor its volunteers. Both volunteer drivers and board members were recognized with a luncheon and a program, according to a news release from the NDN. At the event, Board President and co-founder Dan Onion shared information to highlight […]
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Belgrade hoping proposed ordinance will help recover costs for emergency response
If voters approve the ordinance at Town Meeting, it would give the fire department a bargaining chip to recover costs from insurance agencies.
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Scouts seek photos, memorabilia, letters etc. for Camp Bomazeen 75th
In 2020, Camp Bomazeen, the Scout camp on Great Pond in Belgrade, will celebrate its 75th anniversary. In 1945, Camp Bomazeen opened to provide an adventure for Maine Scouts in an idyllic setting. Over the course of the past 75 years, thousands of Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Explorers and Venturers have camped amongst the pines, […]
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Food mobile distribution set for Dec. 10 in Belgrade
Good Shepherd Food Bank’s Food Mobile will distribute food, including fresh produce, meat and non-perishable items to people in need of emergency food assistance in the greater Belgrade area from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, at the Belgrade Regional Health Center, 4 Clement Way, according to a news release from HealthReach Community Health […]
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Day’s Store in Belgrade to close for winter
It has been 40 years since the store closed for winter, and time off will give owners the opportunity to regroup, make repairs and relax.
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Neighbors Driving Neighbors seek volunteer drivers
Volunteers provide transportation to appointments and other services for those not able to drive.
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Western Governors University graduates
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — Emily York, of Belgrade, and Tammy Harmon, of South China, have earned degrees from Western Governors University. York earned her Master of Science, Nursing — Education (BSN to MSN) degree. Harmon earned her Bachelor of Science, Business‚ Healthcare Management degree. The online, nonprofit university held its 71st (Cincinnati, Ohio); 72nd […]
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After honors, Belgrade man reflects on rescue of driver of flaming tanker truck
Carrier Nicholas Claudel does not consider himself a hero: ‘I look at myself as a servant;’ he and Joseph Arsenault Jr. have been honored multiple times for their Jan. 2 actions.