PORTLAND — The application period for the 2023 Mitchell Scholarship, an award of $10,000 to more than 135 college-going high school seniors statewide, is open. Seniors who plan to graduate from Maine public high schools this spring, and attend a two- or four-year college this fall, are invited to complete the free, online application by […]
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Waterville issues downtown parking ban for Jan. 18
The city of Waterville has issued a downtown winter parking ban, requiring the Concourse and downtown to be kept clear of parking from midnight to 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18. This allows for snow cleanup by the public works department. Overnight parking is permitted at the Head of Falls Municipal Parking Lot. For more […]
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Program to offer free federal, state income tax preparation
The AARP Tax-Aide program provides free federal and state income tax preparation and electronic filing to low- and moderate-income individuals. Returns are prepared by IRS-certified volunteers. The program is funded by the AARP Foundation, a tax-exempt charitable organization, and the IRS, according to a news release from Christine Stenberg, district coordinator. Counselors will help individuals […]
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Maine Arts Academy students to present ‘Wolf’s Bane’ Jan. 24-26
SIDNEY — Maine Arts Academy’s Student Theater Company plans this month to present “Wolf’s Bane,” an original play written by MeAA senior Ava Bickford and directed by senior Owen Hines. The murder mystery thriller offers a wide array of exciting characters, according to a news release from Diane Manter, academy office manager and admissions director. […]
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Waterville-area hospice volunteers to start grief support group Jan. 30
Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area is scheduled to offer a six-week support group for people grieving the loss of a loved one. Meetings are set for 4:30-6 p.m. Mondays beginning Jan. 30, at the Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area Community Center, 304 Main St. in Waterville. The group, facilitated by trained bereavement volunteers, is free […]
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Girls on the Run Maine seeks volunteer coaches
Those interested must register by Wednesday, Feb. 15 in order to volunteer for the spring season.
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Skowhegan library to host lecture about Afghan migration Jan. 20
Program part of the library’s Leeke-Shaw Lecture on International Affairs.
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United Way of the Tri-Valley Area seeks partner applications
Applications must be submitted online by Monday, Feb. 13.
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Farmington-based United Way offers 4 warming centers
United Way of the Tri-Valley Area has four warming centers are up and running for 2023. These are an opportunity to save some money, turn down heat, visit with friends and have a meal Tuesday through Friday in January and February. March dates/places are being finalized, according to a news release from the United Way […]
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Somerset SnowFest organizers seek sponsors for February event
Somerset SnowFest is set to offer various events and activities Saturday to Sunday, Feb. 18-26 in Skowhegan, Canaan and Madison. Coordinated by Main Street Skowhegan and Lake George Regional Park, the festival features a range of activities like an ice-fishing derby, kite-flying derby, downhill kayak race, winter triathlon, and the Northeast’s only equestrian skijoring competition, […]