Tthe GFWC (General Federation of Women’s Clubs) Skowhegan Woman’s Club celebrated its 140th anniversary Nov. 10 in the Centenary United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Skowhegan. Club President Bonnie Chamberlain delivered the opening remarks and welcomed guests. She introduced a number of local women who have supported the Skowhegan Woman’s Club in their many volunteer […]
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Lewiston-, Skowhegan-based engineer unit changes hands
LEWISTON — The 136th Engineer Vertical Construction Company held a change of command ceremony Nov. 6, in which Capt. Russell Boynton turned over command of the unit to incoming commander Capt. Timothy Kelley. Boynton has held the position for the last three years and will be transitioning to a staff position with the 240th Regional […]
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From free meals to fun runs, our 2022 roundup of central Maine Thanksgiving events
Events are scheduled this week across Kennebec and Somerset counties.
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Winthrop church to hold Rite of Candidacy Nov. 19
Local diaconal candidates reside in Readfield, Rumford, Skowhegan.
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Sappi announces plan to invest $418 million in Skowhegan mill
The announcement Thursday comes as Sappi says it is looking to transition its portfolio to packaging and specialty papers, pulp and biomaterials.
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Skowhegan animal shelter has gone to the dogs — and cats — so push begins for new building
The Somerset Humane Society at 123 Middle Road is aging, cramped and no longer suitable for its operations, so with an infusion of money from the Somerset County Commissioners, the society is pushing for a replacement facility.
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A moribund old mill to get a $15 million facelift, and brewery, adding another spark to Skowhegan
The 80,000-square-foot former Solon Manufacturing mill on the island downtown is undergoing a two-year remodel that will have Bigelow Brewing Co. anchor the ground floor, with apartments and a hotel filling out the space.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
A moribund old mill to get a $15 million facelift, and brewery, adding another spark to Skowhegan
The 80,000-square-foot former Solon Manufacturing mill on the island downtown is undergoing a two-year remodel that will have Bigelow Brewing Co. anchor the ground floor, with apartments and a hotel filling out the space.
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Educational center to offer college planning sessions in December
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, Dec. 5, 9 and 10 a.m.; • Wednesday, Dec. 7, noon, 1, 6 and 7 p.m.; • Monday, Dec. 13, 9: […]
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Man triggered vehicle collisions, an overnight search before he’s found in Skowhegan horse stall, police say
Matthew Woodcock, 27, is facing several charges following a series of events that began Thursday when authorities say he fled from a state trooper trying to make a traffic stop.