LEWISTON – Seven local students are among 509 who are entering Bates College this fall.

Wilton: Christopher O. Leonards is a 2003 graduate of Gould Academy of Bethel and is the son of Jeffery and Kathryn Leonards.

Rangeley: Sarah R. Drosduk is a 2003 graduate of Rangeley Lakes Regional School and is the daughter of Denise Delpome of Rangeley and William Drosduk of Oquossoc.

Wells: Terri Lin St. Amant is a 2003 graduate of Wells High School and is the daughter of Alfred St. Amant of Wells and Matilda St. Amant of Auburn.

Auburn: Matthew F. Capone is a 2003 graduate of Edward Little High School and is the son of Edwin and Marie Capone.

Oxford: Timothy D. Maurice is a 2003 graduate of Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School and is the son of William and Linda Maurice.

Casco: Benjamin J. Morrill is a 2003 graduate of Gould Academy and is the son of Jon and Holly Morill.

Otisfield: Geneva B. Robinson is a 2002 graduate of Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School and is the daughter of George and Harriet Robinson.