Scholarship open

POLAND — Applications are being accepted for the Bruce M. Whittier Memorial Scholarship.

Whittier, a leading citizen of Mechanic Falls and teacher at Poland Community School for many years, was killed in an accident in the fall of 1997 when he stopped to help a motorist in trouble.

Two $1,000 scholarships for further education will be awarded this year to graduating seniors from Poland Regional High School. Applicants may apply through their high school guidance department, who will provide criteria. Applications must be received no later than April 2.

Breastfeeding support

AUBURN — Expectant women and breastfeeding mothers are invited to the La Leche League meeting at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, at 102 Bennett Ave. Babies are always welcome.

Discussion will focus on “The Advantages of Breastfeeding for Mother and Baby.” All concerns about breastfeeding are welcome for discussion. For breastfeeding help or directions to the meeting, call the La Leche League leader at 782-6645.

Farmers market

LEWISTON — The Lewiston Winter Farmers Market will be open from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 13, at St. Mary’s Nutrition Center, 208 Bates St.

The market is an extension of the Lewiston Farmers Market in Kennedy Park and the St. Mary’s Market at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center.

It is organized by the Great Falls Farmers and Artisans Market Association and is sponsored by St. Mary’s Health System. For more information on the winter farmers market or to join the market e-mail list, [email protected] or 513 3848.

Donations sought

TURNER — Donations are being requested to assist Marie McCafferty of Buckfield, who lost her business, Marie’s Pet Retreat, in a fire on Dec. 22.

Jana Swengel has organized the collection of building supplies, money, towels, large plastic dog crates and other items for the business. Items can be dropped off to Swengel or Jaylene Gonyea at Richardson’s Sales, 225-3460, 1630 Auburn Road.

Donations can also be sent to Marie’s Pet Retreat Rebuilding Fund, 470 Bear Pond Road, Buckfield, ME 04220.

Bridge results

LEWISTON — The Lewiston-Auburn Bridge Club winners at the Multi-Purpose Center on Dec. 14 were as follows: First, Patricia Garcia and David Lock; second, Dick Allen and Nancy Farmer; third, Linda Leotsakos and Jan Arey; fourth, Sue Kaluzynski and Roger Labbe.

Winners at Schooner Estates in Auburn on Dec. 15 were: First, Anna Vitiello and Rosemarie Goodwin; second, Mary Ann Trafton and Kathleen Burden.

Games are played at 9 a.m. Monday and Tuesday and at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. A partner is guaranteed. Call Rosemarie Goodwin at 754-1431 for information about all duplicate bridge games in the area.