In late May, a friend of mine in Abiquiu told me that he saw at least 10 Monarch butterflies clustered together in one group, a sighting that warmed my heart because the year before I had seen so few. Last year I was fortunate enough to have a milkweed plant seed itself by the casita […]
2019
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As Maine’s climate warms, what’s on the menu likely will change
Chefs and scientists offer opinions on what we’ll be eating in 50 years.
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Wandering: Heritage
There is something to be said about providing for yourself. Plant a few seeds and you can have a garden full of fresh produce. Tap a few trees and you have maple syrup. Keep a few bees and you get honey. Learn to hunt and, if you are lucky, you can fill a freezer or […]
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Resource center can help with travel
NORWAY — Do You Live In Western Maine? Are you a Cancer Patient and do you need financial help to get to your treatments and medical appointments? The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine (CRCofWM) has received grant funding from the Maine Cancer Foundation to help eligible cancer patients with travel support to get to […]
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New education laws could have local cost impact
PARIS — School Administrative District 17 Superintendent Rick Colpitts told directors Tuesday night, Sept. 17, that a number of new laws affecting school districts would be going into effect Thursday, Sept. 19. “Many of them have some far-reaching costs that likely will hit the district and probably not be contributed to by the state,” he […]
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A Clear View: Together we are stronger
Each year in September, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) sponsors National Recovery Month to increase awareness about substance use disorders and to celebrate the successes of those who are in recovery. This year, we are celebrating the 30th year of National Recovery Month. The theme of Recovery Month in 2019 is “Join […]
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Cohen Concert at Hebron Academy
HEBRON — Hebron Academy is excited to announce our annual fall Cohen Concert, featuring world-renowned musicians Jan Müller-Szeraws on cello and Sonya Ovrutsky Fensome on piano. This concert is generously sponsored by The Saul B. and Naomi R. Cohen Foundation. Committed to supporting education and the arts, the Foundation seeks to form institutional partnerships as […]
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MEOC Essentials of College Planning workshops set
COUNTY — The Maine Educational Opportunity Center will be hosting FREE workshops entitled Essentials of College Planning for adults 19 & over at the following times and locations: • South Paris UMA Center, 232 Main Street, Monday, October 7 at 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. • Rumford UMA Center, 60 Lowell St, Thursday, October 10 […]
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Daddy O’s raises money for Special Olympics
OXFORD—Thanks to the Daddy O’s Acts Of Kindness Foundation, $15,573.40 will go to the Oxford County Special Olympics this year. According to Aaron and Amanda Ouellette, owners of Daddy O’s Diner in Oxford, the Oxford County Special Olympic coaches meet monthly at the diner and plan events. Aaron said that the diner has been supporting […]
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Self-employment workshops offered
COUNTY — Have you always wondered about starting your own business but you are not sure how to start? Attend a tuition free workshop, Introduction to Self-employment offered by New Ventures Maine. This one-session, two hour workshop will help you decide if self-employment is the right choice for you. The class covers the pros and […]