The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society in Lewiston has announced the winners of its annual summer raffle. With more than $12,000 in tickets sales, the winners were Sherry Bellmore of Lewiston, winning $500 cash; Cynthia Peters of Lewiston, winning $300 cash; Nancy Couture of Jay, winning $200 cash; and Dorothy Bowyer of Auburn, winning $100 cash, […]
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Livermore Falls library plans summer reading program
LIVERMORE FALLS — Treat Memorial Library plans to hold its Summer Reading Program 2022: Oceans of Possibilities. For every book or half hour read, participants can earn a non-perishable food item for the food bank. Plus, they can solve the ocean-themed mystery for a chance to win a treasure chest. Clues will be posted on […]
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Waterford society to hold celebration of traditional music, dance
The Waterford Historical Society has scheduled its annual summertime music program for 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday, July 7. The event will be held in the dance hall on the Waterford World’s Fair grounds, 36 Irving Green Road in North Waterford. The musical performance, descriptive talk, and traditional contra dance will feature Greg Boardman and Friends, traditional […]
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Hamza Abdi: We still need Cloutier at the State House
I am writing to support Kristen Cloutier for re-election to the Maine State House of Representatives.Kristen has done a wonderful job representing District 60 and should be re-elected to continue her good work. She has the proven experience, leadership, knowledge, and dedication needed to effectively represent District 94.Some of her terrific accomplishments include introducing legislation […]
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North Waterford church hosting supper featuring strawberry shortcake
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The North Waterford Congregational Church will host a supper Tuesday, July 12, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. to raise money for the general fund. The menu includes baked beans, American chop suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, strawberry shortcake and beverages. The price is $12 for adults and $6 for children under […]
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Thomas F. Shields: Please, respect our National Anthem this July 4
The U.S. Marines Memorial Foundation has indicated what to do when our National Anthem — the Star Spangled Banner — is being played. If you are not a current or former member of the Armed Forces, face the flag and stand at attention with your right hand over your heart. If you are wearing a […]
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Bruce Rioux: ‘Protect Lake Auburn’ vs. ‘Love Lake Auburn’
For 98 1/2 years the Auburn Water District has successfully adhered to its by-laws to “prevent pollution of the water of Lake Auburn and to preserve the purity of said water.” Until now, the AWD never had to call an emergency meeting to hire a PR firm to do “damage control.” What has changed? Mayor […]
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Rangeley association to hold Kids’ Fishing Derby, annual meeting
Following on its second Mooselookmeguntic Landlocked Salmon Fishing Derby, the Rangeley Region Guides’ and Sportsmen’s Association plans to hold its first Kids’ Fishing Derby. Young anglers will have the opportunity to try their luck at the association’s Kid’s Fishing Pond on Thursday, July 7. This pond, located behind the Guides’ Clubhouse on Old Skiway Road […]
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UMaine Augusta names spring president’s list
The University of Maine at Augusta has announced the following students were named to the 2022 spring president’s list for full-time and part-time students. Maine students are listed by county. FULL-TIME Androscoggin County Eric Gimbel, Rachel Larrivee, Emily Grieve, Katie Wells and Whitney Hoover, all of Auburn; Yana Keene of Danville; Braelyn Bailey of Durham; […]
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Foundation awards $580K in cancer screening grants
The Falmouth-based Maine Cancer Foundation recently awarded eight grants, totaling $580,083, to Maine organizations in support of cancer screening projects. Cancer screening is a vital component of cancer control, increasing the chances of finding cancer early, when treatment is likely to have the most success. Across the U.S., many cancer screenings were put on hold […]