WISCASSET — The Lincoln County Historical Association is spotlighting a local writer of love stories, Maude Clark Gay. Born in Waldoboro in 1876, Gay, nee Mayo, began writing at a young age, contributing stories and poems to newspapers and magazines while still a teenager, according to a news release from the association. Her work as […]
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Waterville library to celebrate Earth Day
The Waterville Public Library plans to celebrate Earth Day this spring by participating in the 13th annual Neighborhood Forest free tree program, the aim of which is to provide free trees to youths every Earth Day. To get one, parents can fill out an online registration form by Monday, Feb. 28. The tree, 6 to […]
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NAMI Maine to host talk on money-saving accounts
NAMI Maine is set to host an online presentation from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts, now available in Maine. The presentation is in partnership with Bangor Savings Bank and the Office of the Maine State Treasurer. Those interested in attending can register at namimaine.org/events/ableme. ABLE […]
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Ice fishing derby on Cobbossee set for March 5
The second annual Cobbossee Ice Fishing Derby is planned from sunrise to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 5. Cobbossee Lake stretches into Litchfield, Manchester, Monmouth, West Gardiner and Winthrop. This year the derby will help benefit Cony Project Graduation, the YMCA Camp of Maine and The Friends of The Cobbossee Watershed, according to a news release […]
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Augusta library to host author of ‘Land of Snow’
AUGUSTA — Anders Morley plans this month to read from his book, “This Land of Snow,” as well as discuss his journey through Canada’s wilderness. The talk is to be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 28, in person at Lithgow Public Library at 45 Winthrop St., as well as via Zoom. “This Land of […]
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Damariscotta arts gallery hosts ‘Black & White’ show
DAMARISCOTTA — River Arts opened “Black & White” on Feb. 15 at the gallery located at 36 Elm Street Plaza, the show will run through Saturday, March 26. The collection of works in a wide range of media is bold and outgoing, engaging the viewer in conversation with the artists through their work on the […]
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Poster contest raises awareness on children’s dental health
“Sealants Make Sense” is this year’s American Dental Association’s theme.
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Augusta CrossFit shop to host chamber’s Business After Hours
AUGUSTA — The Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce’s monthly Business After Hours is scheduled to be hosted by The Shop CrossFit from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, at its gym at 56 Western Ave., Suite 4. The event is free and open to chamber members and guests. Beth and Shawn Cyr started the […]
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Union library to host Guini Ridge Farm owner
Vose Library’s Vose or Virtual Wednesday series is scheduled to host Wendy Reinemann at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, via Zoom. With her husband and family, Reinemann owns and has been operating Guini Ridge Farm since 2001, according to an event news release. It is a diversified operation that includes raising livestock, market gardens and […]
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Democrats needed for state convention participation
In advance of the upcoming Maine Democratic State Convention in May, the Maine Democratic Party is inviting all state Democrats to consider running for state delegate to represent their community in the party’s internal election process. The convention is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, May 13 and 14, in Bangor. A remote attendee option creates […]