While many industries that rely on winter weather are reeling from the effects of climate change, many maple syrup farmers say they are finding ways to adapt and even thrive.
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Temperatures may be cold, but the ice fishing is free
Though a warm winter season has worried officials and anglers alike, cooler weather has arrived just in time for Maine’s annual Free Fishing Weekend.
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Eleventh annual Maine Pond Hockey Classic draws thousands to Sidney
Volunteers, spectators and players acknowledged the ice wasn’t great on Messalonskee Lake, also known as Snow Pond, in Sidney, where it was held, but said they were enjoying the tournament being held for a good cause.
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Warm winter, low precipitation putting Maine on thin ice, officials say
Despite warm temperatures, organizers of the Maine Pond Hockey Classic, set for this weekend in Sidney, say they have been working hard to prepare for the event.
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Maine Pond Hockey Classic fundraiser coming Feb. 9-11 to Sidney
SIDNEY — The 12th annual Maine Pond Hockey Classic is set for Friday to Sunday, Feb. 9-11, at the Snow Pond Center for the Arts, 8 Goldenrod Lane. The event is a fundraiser for the Alfond Youth & Community Center — a partnership of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Waterville, The Waterville Area […]
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Sidney teen receives Eagle Scout rank
Dawson James White, 18, of Sidney received Scouting’s highest rank, the Eagle Scout, during a ceremony Jan. 6. The event, held at the Augusta Elks, capped off an 11-year Scouting career. “I learned so much in Scouting,” White said, according to a news release from Chuck Mahaleris, district chairman for the Kennebec Valley District of […]
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Sidney state biologist receives land trust’s volunteer of year award
UNITY — The Sebasticook Regional Land Trust presented Dan Hill of Sidney with its 2023 Volunteer of the Year award at its annual meeting in November. “We could not steward our lands without our volunteer labor,” said Tom Aversa, board chair for the land trust, in a news release from the trust. “Dan has been […]
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Kennebec Valley District Scouts hold food drive
Scouts in Vassalboro held their Scouting for Food Drive Nov. 19, collecting 142 pounds of food that was delivered to the Vassalboro Food Station Pantry. Scouting strives to prepare youth to become responsible, participating citizens and leaders who are guided by the values of Scout Oath and Law. Scout Leaders throughout Kennebec Valley District try […]
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American Mothers Inc. chapter names 10 Maine nominees
The Maine Chapter of American Mothers Inc. has named 10 Maine mothers, from all walks of life, nominated from throughout the state by family members, friends and colleagues to receive special honor and recognition, for their commitment and dedication to their families, homes, local communities and beyond. This year’s nominees include Jacqueline Doucette of Sidney, […]
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EagleMania plans Snow Pond performance
EagleMania, an Eagles tribute band, will perform at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at Snow Pond Center for the Arts, 8 Goldenrod Lane in Sidney. The bans has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by reproducing the music of The Eagles. The EagleMania show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as select […]