I am appalled that the Androscoggin County Commission would consider Isiah Lary’s resolution to politicize the matter of wearing a mask — a proven and accepted method for preventing the spread of the COVID virus. I applaud the vast majority of my fellow Mainers and businesses who have followed Gov. Mills and Dr. Shah’s leadership […]
2021
Posted inSun Spots
Poland Football Boosters holding spaghetti dinner fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Football Boosters is having a drive-thru spaghetti and meatball dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, at the Poland Excelsior Grange, 446 Harris Hill Road. The cost is $8 per plate or $25 for a family of four. All proceeds go toward youth and community betterment projects in […]
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Posted inConnections
Mission at the Eastward receives housing challenge grant
FARMINGTON — Mission at the Eastward has received a $30,000 Affordable Housing Challenge Grant from the LEAP Explosion Fund, which United Way of the Tri-Valley Area administers. Funding will allow for the completion of renovations to the McCleary House, next door to the Fairbanks Union Church. The McCleary House will provide transitional housing for families, […]
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Thursday’s college roundup: No. 2 Baylor again on pause
The unbeaten Bears have two more games postponed because of COVID-19 protocols.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Varsity Maine
Twins Myah and Jamyah Nicolas boost Lewiston to season opening win over Edward Little
Girls basketball: Former Red Eddies coach Craig Jipson debuts as the Blue Devils coach and likes what he sees from the Blue Devils in victory over their rivals.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Skiing, Sports, Varsity Maine
Local roundup: Mt. Abram boys basketball edges Madison
Kenyon Pillsbury’s 20 points pace Roadrunners. Also, more basketball and skiing results from Thursday.
Posted inSports
NBA roundup: League planning to have All-Star Game in March
The game is likely to be held on March 7, after the first-half schedule ends.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Lewiston rallies and denies Edward Little in season-opening rivalry showdown
Boys basketball: The Blue Devils trailed by double-digits in the second half but finished on a 6-0 run for a 51-49 rivalry victory.
Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Farmington selectmen approve 2021 budget of $6.85 million
The budget is up over 12% after the LEAP explosion inflated workers compensation. Voters will decide on spending at the polls April 26.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Judge allows release of 11-year-old Auburn girl accused of stabbing father
The girl will be allowed to stay with a relative if she abides by a safety plan that includes house confinement.