Based in Guilford, Puritan had become one of the top two swab manufacturers in the world, but orders have decreased dramatically as the COVID-19 pandemic has receded, forcing the company to downsize.
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Photos: Cafe and bakery becomes mainstay in Pittsfield
PoponOvers has been operating for several years on Main Street in Pittsfield and has developed a loyal following for those looking for a fresh meal or tasty baked treat. And don’t forget about the ice cream, too. Photos by Morning Sentinel photographer Rich Abrahamson.
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Renys store in Pittsfield moves from downtown to former Walgreens near I-95
The new store at 506 Somerset Ave. held a soft opening Saturday, with a grand opening celebration set for July 14.
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Pittsfield student graduates summa cum laude from Baldwin Wallace University
BEREA, Ohio — Julia Cooke of Pittsfield, a graduate of Messalonskee High School in Oakland, graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Acting and Directing from Baldwin Wallace University. Check out upcoming area events!
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Roundup: Central Maine school budget validation results by town
A roundup of unofficial results from Tuesday’s school budget validation referenda in greater Augusta and Waterville.
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Springfield College names local dean’s list students
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Four local students have been named to the 2023 spring dean’s list at Springfield College. William Banks from Jefferson has a primary major of physical education. Christa Carr from Pittsfield has a primary major of athletic training. Emma Hanna from Bowdoin has a primary major of health science/pre-occupational therapy. Kaitlin Morrison from […]
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Pittsfield senior named Ezhaya scholarship winner
Hannah Robinson of Pittsfield has been named the 2023 Joseph B. Ezhaya Memorial Scholarship winner. She was selected as the scholarship recipient from a field of applicants. Robinson, one of the top students in her class at Maine Central Institute, was chosen as salutatorian for the class of 2023. She will present the welcoming speech […]
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Palmyra couple indicted on charges they operated methamphetamine lab, endangered children
Jessica Quimby, 44, and Joseph R. Quimby, 41, were indicted last week by a Somerset County grand jury and are facing charges that include aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs and endangering the welfare of a child.
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Residents give preliminary approval to $13.8 million Pittsfield-area school budget
The proposed budget for Maine School Administrative District 53 will now go to a referendum vote in Burnham, Detroit and Pittsfield scheduled for June 13.
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Luster returns to Maine Central Institute’s landmark building following $6 million renovation
The Pittsfield school has received a preservation award for the extensive work at 150-year-old Founders Hall, the oldest building on the 23-acre campus.