Students should be at the bus stop five minutes prior to pickup time These are approximate times First trip Bus #23 – Starks – Lisa Nile – Driver. First pick up New Sharon Rd. 6:05; New Sharon & Pressey Rd – Sandy River Rd. 6:05 – 6:20; Anson Rd. 6:20; Anson & Faulkner Hill & […]
A.M. Sheehan
Staff Writer
A.M. Sheehan has been in the news business for 40 years, including time as an editor at the Chatham Courier in N.Y., Kitchenware News, Beachcomber and Dover Community News in N.H., and the Summerville Journal Scene, Georgetown Times, Waccamaw Times and Inlet Outlet in S.C. In Maine she has been an editor for the
Advertiser Democrat, Bethel Citizen, Franklin Journal and Livermore Falls Advertiser, and is currently managing editor for the Sun Journal's group of western Maine weeklies. She is a former journalist of the year in Maine, a Pulitzer finalist and winner of the Michael Kelley Award, the Polk Award and the Casey Medal Award. A.M. enjoys reading, theater, cooking and gardening.
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Paris Pulse: What’s happening in the Paris community
PARIS — Whether you’re browsing the farmers market on a peaceful morning or watching children light up during summer fun at the park, Paris shines through connection, kindness, and pride in its local roots. In this edition of Paris Pulse, the people, events, and places that make Paris unique are spotlighted. Read on to see […]
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Molly Ockett Chapter, NSDAR, welcomes Bethel Historical
BRIDGTON — Molly Ockett Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, were honored to receive Will Chapman from the Museum of Bethel Historical Society who presented a lecture on “The Evolving Legacy of Mali Agat (Molly Ockett)”. Chapman, the Executive Director at MBHS, discussed the process from which events become history against the backdrop and […]
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, The Bethel Citizen
Veterans No Boundaries summer camp returns
HARRISON — From Aug. 15–18, more than 20 disabled veterans and their families will come together in Harrison, for a long weekend filled with connection, community, and outdoor adventure. Maine Adaptive’s Veterans No Boundaries (VNB) Summer Camp will take place at a new location this year, Fernwood Cove on Island Pond, offering a classic Maine […]
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All things blueberry in Norway
NORWAY — The First Universalist Church of Norway will host an All Things Blueberry Bake Sale on Saturday, Aug.16, from 9 a.m. to noon or until all baked goods are sold. The sale will be under a canopy in front of the church at 479 Main Street, Norway. The All Things Blueberry Bake Sale […]
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I screen, you screen: Palliative vs. hospice care
Chronic pain can impact our lives in so many ways. Who doesn’t know someone dealing with physical/emotional pain or stress? The truth is that we can all benefit from alternative methods to deal with these issues. But the answer isn’t always in pill form. Our past reliance on opioids for pain relief has taught us to […]
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Oxford Hills/Nezinscot Adult Ed offers new programs
CDL Bus Driver Training, Ongoing Enrollment $3,000 The CDL Class B class prepares students to meet the Maine BMV Class B school bus driving requirements and consists of online theory instruction and 30 hours of driving instruction to prepare students for the State written and skills exam and the state road test. Offered in OHNAE. […]
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Chair Yoga, free soup and an hour of mindfulness on tap for September at Cancer Resource Center
NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine offers a variety of activities that support our mission to embrace anyone affected by cancer in a hopeful and caring community here in Western Maine. Please review our schedule of free, in-person and virtual classes to see if there is something for you. Please call if you have […]
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Otisfield BBQ Aug. 20
OTISFIELD — The Otisfield annual Barbecue is Wednesday evening, Aug. 20, from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Community Hall 292 Route 121. On the menu is Barbecued Chicken thighs and drumsticks, Hot Dogs, Potato salad, Fruit salad, other Assorted salads with Cookies and Ice Cream Sandwiches for dessert. There will be a brief dedication/family presentation in […]
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
UMF feeding workforce
To the Editor: For decades, the University of Maine at Farmington focused on serving traditional-age students who wanted to live and learn on its historic downtown campus. And as the number of recent New England high school graduates pursuing postsecondary education declined, so too did UMF’s enrollment. No more. Under the leadership of President Joe […]