The Lisbon School Department is accepting names for the public school pre-kindergarten program at Lisbon Community School, 33 Mill St. This program is for children who will be 4 years old on or before Oct. 15. Children are selected for attendance in the pre-k program by a lottery system, according to a news release from […]
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Basketball notebook: Mt. Blue boys score big win after getting big boost
Cougars beat Cony after Dippner’s return; Kents Hill girls enjoy playing full season; Gardiner boys show fight in loss to Nokomis.
Mt. Blue Middle School closed Monday due to heating issues
School was back on Feb. 1. Superintendent Chris Elkington wrote to families that “a series of events” led to the middle school closure.
Lewiston library to share video on making origami hearts
The Lewiston Public Library plans to post a video demonstration on how to make two types of origami hearts on Monday, Feb. 7. The video will be available for viewing via the library’s Facebook page and YouTube Channel. In addition to the video demo, there will be origami hearts “take and make” kits available for […]
Augusta to seek federal funding to address shortage of emergency service workers
Fire chief says department is critically understaffed while call volumes are increasing, leading to safety concerns and overworked firefighter/paramedics.
Pursuit of the fursuit: The joys of being furry and making furfriends
Maine ‘furries’ talk about the fun, friendship and freedom that come from letting your inner animal out.
U.S. Department of Justice grant funds Adult Drug Treatment Courts in Franklin, Oxford counties
The four-year program also includes Lincoln, Knox, Waldo and Sagadahoc counties.
New York gives final salute to slain police officer
Authorities are still investigating what motivated the gunman, who was shot by a third officer and later died.
Boys basketball: Strong defense helps Winslow emerge as Class B North challenger
In victory over Leavitt, Black Raiders show mix of ability and chemistry on defensive end.
Georgia Tech recognizes local graduates
ATLANTA, Ga. — Two local students received degrees during the Georgia Institute of Technology’s 261st commencement exercises. They include Omar Gonzaga of Poland, who earned a Master of Science degree in cybersecurity; and Veena Gopalakrishnan of Lisbon, who earned a Master of Science degree in civil engineering. Commencement was held Dec. 17-18, 2021, at Bobby […]