BERRYMENT — Scott D., 57 of Dixfield, passed away at CMMC in Lewiston on Saturday, Aug. 12. In accordance with Scott’s wishes, an informal gathering will be held at the Berryment home at 101 Weld St. in Dixfield on Thursday, Aug. 17, from 1 to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made […]
August 2017
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Jury acquits 'Yummy' Raubeson of assault
AUBURN — A local celebrity known for his reality-TV bargain hunting and signature cowboy hat was in court Wednesday where he told a jury his side of the story at his trial on a charge of domestic violence assault. The jury of seven women and five men acquitted Roland “Yummy” Raubeson, 65, of Minot of […]
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In Auburn, back to school for students, back to normal for bus drivers
AUBURN — The first student to get on bus No. 16 Wednesday was Emma Olden, a kindergartner at Park Avenue Elementary School. She had a new Pixar-themed backpack and didn’t shy away from conversation with veteran bus driver Bob Bryant. Olden, 5, said she was excited and “a little nervous” for the first day. She said […]
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Field hockey: Spruce Mountain beats Lisbon in return to MVC
LISBON — For 30-plus minutes, the Lisbon High School field hockey team held off every Spruce Mountain charge in the opening of the Mountain Valley Conference season on Wednesday. The Phoenix, who returned to the MVC after a few seasons in the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference, finally found the net, not once but four times […]
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Harvest Reception slated for Oct. 18
LEWISTON — The Lewiston Education Fund has announced its eighth annual Harvest Reception and Tasting for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, at Fish Bones American Grill. The event will feature a five-course dinner with wine pairings, a door prize, raffles and silent auction, all while highlighting local businesses that support educational opportunities, provided by the […]
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'Be kind, never give up': School opens in Peru
PERU — Children were running, climbing, swinging and jumping during morning recess Wednesday, the first day of classes at Dirigo Elementary School. Reading Recovery Interventionist Donna Gilbert was busy with playground duty. Pupils Rhyder Armstrong and Duncan Knox were among those who sought her help with problems. “Use your words and don’t push or shove,” Gilbert reminded them. […]
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Finnish-American Society to host musicians
WEST PARIS — The Finnish-American Heritage Society will present Oksat, a kantele ensemble led by Sarah Cummings, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, at Mission Church, 15 Church St. Earlier this summer, the group of musicians performed in Finland at Sommelo International Folk Music Festival. There is no charge and the public is invited.
Posted inMaine, sj-web
Man linked to explicit photos on 'Purge of Maine' page faces Indiana charges
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Federal authorities say they’ve linked a California man charged with making online threats to blow up two suburban Indianapolis high schools with the sexual extortion of girls in Maine. Prosecutors say 26-year-old Buster Hernandez of Bakersfield, California, whose online alias wsa “Brian Kil,” appeared Wednesday for a court hearing in Indianapolis. He […]
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New year, new things at Telstar
BETHEL — A new school year means a new beginning for many students, and for Telstar Regional High School it brings new policies and opportunities. In their annual “welcome back” assembly, Principal Cheryl Lang and Dean of Students Kristin Dacko explained the new policies, which included cellphone rules and a new grading system. Students will no longer […]
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RSU 73 school year gets off to energetic start
JAY — The positive energy was evident Wednesday as students in RSU 73 returned to classes after their summer vacation. “I like to see my classmates,” said Spruce Mountain High School senior Caleb Burnell, who was outside the front entrance greeting students. Principal Thomas Plourde was also eager to start the school year. “I like seeing […]