Dolly Pawton and Aura are both semifinalists for a hero dog award.
June 2020
Dimitrov positive for COVID-19, exhibition tennis event canceled
Three-time Grand Slam semifinalist Grigor Dimitrov played last week in an event criticized for no social distancing.
Matthew Collins: Showing support for citizen soldiers, reservists
Americans serve this nation and each other in many ways. We don’t always witness the helpful deeds firsthand; nonetheless, we should appreciate their efforts and contributions to our health, safety and well-being. Maine can be proud of the dedicated, patriotic individuals who serve as citizen soldiers and reserve members of the Armed Forces. We must […]
Tiz the Law faces long wait
After winning the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, the New York-bred horse won’t race for the second leg of the Triple Crown until the Kentucky Derby in September.
Community cancellations to run June 20
Church cancels chicken pie supper for summer HARRISON — The Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church has had to make the decision to cancel the monthly chicken pie suppers. Because of the coronavirus and concern for the health and safety of guests and church cookers and servers, as well as the difficulty in complying with the […]
National Digital Equity Center offers online classes
MACHIAS — The National Digital Equity Center has announced that it is now offering digital literacy and computer skills classes online statewide. Classes are free and cover a range of topics, including For Work and Business, For Home and Education and Aging Well with Technology. All classes are taught through live webinar sessions by local […]
Lunch program adds surprise for Father’s Day
AUBURN — The city of Auburn’s Grab ‘N Go grocery program added a little surprise with Wednesday’s pick-up, just in time for Father’s Day. Through the coordination of a local community member, Tizz Crowley, several volunteers stepped up to create 75 Father’s Day gifts to be passed out with the grocery boxes. Five local community […]
YWCA to host second in free financial seminar series
LEWISTON — The YWCA Central Maine has announced the second in a series of financial seminars for women to be held by the YWCA. The second of the free seminars, “Creating Financial Independence,” will be held online via webinar at noon Thursday, June 25. The YWCA is working with Sarah Mosley, agent, New York Life […]
Simpson emerges from tight pack to win RBC Heritage
Webb Simpson closes with a 64, after a rain delay, to break the tournament scoring record and beat Abraham Ancer by one shot.
BIW’s largest union to go on strike Monday after rejecting contract offer
An overwhelming 87% of union members who voted, voted to strike, according to Local S6 representatives.