The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning: Virtual: • Monday, July 31 at 1 and 2 p.m. • Thursday, Aug. 3 at 9 and 10 a.m. • Friday, Aug. 4 at […]
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Four arrested in Skowhegan during third drug bust this month, police say
The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office said Friday that it has executed three drug-related search warrants in Skowhegan this month alone, the latest on Thursday on Parlin Street.
Skowhegan selectmen name Kelso to fill seat on MSAD 54 board
Selectmen voted 3-2 on Tuesday to appoint Michelle Kelso to complete a term that concludes in June 2024.
Food preserving workshops offered in Skowhegan July 11, 12
SKOWHEGAN — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a two-part, hands-on food preservation workshop from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 11 and 12 at the Somerset County office, 7 County Drive. Part one will cover the basics of canning and water bath canning, while part two will focus on pressure canning, freezing […]
13 graduate from Skowhegan-area adult education program
SKOWHEGAN — During the 2022-23 academic year, 25 students earned a high school diploma through School Administrative District 54 Adult & Community Education. On Wednesday, June 7, 13 graduates and their guests attended a ceremony held in the Skowhenga Area High School gym. Superintendent Jonathan Moody spoke about the power of perseverance, and the Skowhegan […]
Girl Scouts of Maine recognizes Skowhegan volunteer
Victoria Noyes, a volunteer from Skowhegan, recently received the Appreciation Pin from the Girl Scouts of Maine. The pin is an award bestowed upon a volunteer or staff member who provides exemplary service in support of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, and who has had a measurable impact on two or more troops in one […]
Somerset program to host free community baby shower June 24
Registration is required prior to the event.
Roundup: Central Maine municipal election results by town
Unofficial results of the June 13 municipal elections for participating towns in greater Augusta and Waterville. Only contested races are included.
Skowhegan-area nutrition program has announced its summer sites
Regional School Unit 54/School Administrative District 54 in Skowhegan has announced its summer lunch program. Meals will be served Monday through Friday, June 26-30 and July 10-Aug. 10 at the following locations: • Canaan Elementary School, 11:30 a.m.-noon, 178 Main St., Canaan; • Mill Stream Elementary School, 11:30 a.m.-noon, 26 Mercer Road, Norridgewock; • North […]
Skowhegan voters approve $17.4 million budget at annual Town Meeting
Voters approved all 66 articles, but shot down a proposal to add an assistant town manager at the Town Office.