The Whitefield Historical Society is set to present “Civil War Letters from a Whitefield Soldier” on Monday, May 27. This is the story of letters written by Abraham Hatch Preble to his wife Eglantine. As Mr. Preble settled into his duties as a Civil War soldier in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Mrs. Preble was managing the […]
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Maine Woodland Owners to host tree identification day
Maine Woodland Owners is set to hold its first free Tree ID Day from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 1, at four locations — Searsport, Farmington, Brownville, and Winthrop. During this all-ages event, foresters will guide attendees through Tree ID Trails and demonstrate ways to accurately identify common tree species. Information guides and materials […]
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Falls Fire Co. seeks donations to benefit baseball teams
Each year the yard sale earnings go to maintain Philbrick Park and sponsor the Hawks Majors and Minors baseball teams, purchasing items like uniforms, bats, balls and chalk.
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Funds available to help cover organic certification costs
Through the Organic Certification Cost Share Program, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency will cover up to 75% of organic certification costs at a maximum of $750 per certification category. FSA is accepting applications, and organic producers and handlers should apply for OCCSP by the Oct. 31 deadline for eligible expenses incurred from […]
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Richmond school sets date for kindergarten registration
RICHMOND — Marcia Buker School is set to hold kindergarten registration for the 2024-25 school year on Monday, June 10, at the school at 28 High St. Children must be 5 years of age by Oct. 15 and be a resident of Richmond. Children will be screened in the areas of health, language, motor skills, […]
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Vassalboro library seeks actors for October play
The Vassalboro Public Library plans to put on a play as part of a library fundraiser Oct. 19 and 20. Opportunities to join the cast of the production are open to people of all ages. Anyone interested in participation, either in the cast or in supportive roles, is urged to attend a meeting at 9:30 […]
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Birding walk at Davidson Nature Preserve set for Vassalboro
VASSALBORO — People can join local birders from the Augusta Birding Club and Kennebec Land Trust volunteers at 7 a.m. Saturday, May 25, for a spring birding walk at the Davidson Nature Preserve, 207 Taber Hill Road. The 97-acre Davidson Nature Preserve features 10 acres of blueberry fields as well as wetlands and woodlands. Over […]
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Hallowell legion to conduct Memorial Day service
All community members, family, and friends are invited to join. Following the ceremony, all are invited to the Post Home at 114 Second St. for social exchange and refreshments.
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Reservations available for Business to Business Showcase
WATERVILLE — The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s Business to Business Showcase is set for noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at Thomas College Field House on West River Road. Reservations for booths are still available to Mid-Maine Chamber member businesses only. For the most current list of exhibitors, visit midmainechamber.com. The showcase features nearly […]
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Wayne plans Memorial Day observance May 27
Wayne’s Memorial Day observance is set for 11 a.m. Monday, May 27, in case of rain, the program will be at the Ladd Center at 11 a.m. The Memorial Day committee invites all veterans to join the parade; they may ride or march. Those who plan to drive a vintage car in the parade should […]