AUBURN — Bishop Robert P. Deeley encouraged students to always be focused on becoming what God wants them to be when he celebrated a special morning Mass at Saint Dominic Academy’s Auburn campus on May 19. “If we are to do that, we need to learn. We need to develop our spirit. We need to […]
June 2014
Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal
Daughters of Isabella report on June business meeting
JAY — On June 11 the Daughters of Isabella 677 from St. Rose of Lima in Jay gathered to hold their June business meeting. Chancellor Lauriann Castonguay led everyone in the recitation of the rosary. The meeting was called to order at 6:40 by regent Denise Rodzen. A short form conferral was held for new […]
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In Sight: First students to attend Baxter charter school include 19 from L-A
PORTLAND — Ryan Courbron came to Baxter Academy with a career path in mind. “I came in here thinking that I’m going to be an architect,” the 15-year-old student from Lewiston said. Baxter is one of five public charter schools in Maine. It opened last fall to 126 freshmen and sophomores. The school offers upward of 20 […]
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Adult Ed to offer culinary arts certificate program
LEWISTON — Lewiston Adult Education will offer the Culinary Arts Certificate Program this July and August. Designed to fully prepare participants for entry-level work in the food service industry, this summer program provides over 84 hours of instruction, plus opportunities for students to practice their new skills through work in various professional catering functions. Graduates […]
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Danville Grange held annual meeting
AUBURN — Danville Junction Grange 165 recently held its annual Open Meeting in connection with Grange Month with 54 people in attendance, preceded by refreshments. Entertaining at the piano was Mitch Thomas. State Master Victoria Huff was present to award membership certificates to Linda and Cary Cox, members for 25 years. Unable to attend, but […]
Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Keep your plans out in the open
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Busy Phillips, 35; Linda Cardellini, 39; Ricky Gervais, 53; Carly Simon, 69. Happy Birthday: This will be a fast-paced year. You will be pushed to respond quickly. Don’t feel pressured — step back and re-evaluate what’s important. Alter your mindset to acknowledge that you cannot take on the weight of […]
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Woman is puzzled by guy who refuses to get naked
DEAR ABBY: I met a guy four months ago. Our relationship is new and pretty casual for the most part. We like each other’s company and spend nights together, but when we’re intimate, he keeps his clothes on — boxers and all. He is only 26, but he has told me about past relationships, so […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Weigh pros and cons of a brain shunt for NPH
DEAR DR. ROACH: About two years ago, my husband, who will turn 79 in June, developed a balance/gait problem. This has affected so many of his interests: golf, hiking, photography and some social events. His walking has deteriorated even further, to an extremely slow, shuffle-type walk. Parkinson’s and MS have been ruled out. He had […]
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St. Dom’s Seniors apply building skills to helping families in Appalachia
AUBURN — When 12 seniors from St. Dominic Academy decided to spend April vacation in Wyoming County, West Virginia, doing service to low income families?, ?expectations were unsettled. Accompanied by five adults, most of whom actively work in service professions, these students could only imagine what lie ahead. Receiving their work assignments from the Appalachian […]