Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine seeks adult volunteers to support its one-to-one mentoring programs throughout eastern, central and mid-coast Maine. The agency is recruiting Big Brothers and Big Sisters to serve as community-based mentors to children ages 5 to 14 in Kennebec, Knox, Lincoln, Penobscot, Somerset and Waldo counties. Community-based “Bigs” build healthy, trusting […]
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Skowhegan kicks off holiday season with #ShopSmall Week starting Saturday
#ShopSmall Week will run through Dec. 4 and coincide with the launch of SKOW-Whoville.
Skowhegan officials move toward finalizing ways to spend federal COVID-19 relief aid
Selectmen met with department heads Tuesday and much of the discussion revolved around bonuses for police officers and a new generator for the Skowhegan Community Center.
Shot and a shake: Waterville McDonald’s, Maine CDC partner on COVID-19 vaccine clinic offering free milkshakes
McDonald’s at 336 Main St. to host coronavirus vaccination clinic from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday as hospitalizations hit record high.
Greaney’s Turkey Farm wraps up 40th season in Mercer
Scott Greaney has been working to process turkeys with his family, friends and a local Amish family, capping his fourth decade at his farm.
Lake George Regional Park receives $15,000 grant for work at playground
Awarded by the Conservation for All 2021 Fund of the Maine Community Foundation, grant to be used to repair and improve water drainage.
Missing Norridgewock man located in Waterville
Graham Lacher, 37, found safely after he went missing Thursday from a residence in Norridgewock.
Carrabec schools officials look for remote learning options for students
The district began the school year with no mask mandate and did not plan for remote learning, but now masks are required and officials are reviewing remote options for students who must quarantine.
Police issue alert for missing Norridgewock man
Graham Lacher, 37, was last seen Thursday leaving a home on Waterville Road in Norridgewock, Maine State Police said.
Tradition continues as Madison brings Thanksgiving to area seniors
Students and staff members at Madison Area Memorial High School spend Thursday preparing and delivering nearly 250 meals across Anson, Madison and Starks.