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    April 22, 2021

    Do you have room in your heart?

      There are some dogs that tug on your emotions the minute you meet them. China is one of these dogs. China’s gentleness will make you smile. Her shyness will make you want to protect her. Her sweetness will draw you closer to her. This special dog needs to feel secure before she makes friends. […]

  • Published
    April 22, 2021

    Healthy cooking for the whole family

    Lo Mein This recipe is vegetarian, but you can easily add sliced chicken or pork loin for a meatier dish. Lo Mein noodles are available in the Asian section of most grocery stores. Serves 4. 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti or lo mein noodles ⅓ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce 3 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 teaspoons cornstarch ¾ […]

  • Published
    April 22, 2021

    Energy Matters: Wait – what baby?

    It’s a reasonable thing to wonder, “How green is Green Energy, really?” Critical thinking and skepticism certainly deserve a place at the table as we plan for our energy future. But before reaching temptingly ironic conclusions, maybe we should revisit our commitment to data and facts, lest we throw the baby out with the solar-heated […]

  • Published
    April 22, 2021

    National issue has come to OHCHS

    To the Editor: This is a response to the April 15, 2021 article in the Advertiser-Democrat regarding the transgender athlete at Oxford Hills High School. A national issue has come to OHCHS! In the 2021 state legislative season, 34 states are considering the very same concerns as Oxford County. This is a very sensitive and […]

  • Published
    April 22, 2021

    The race is on

    To the Editor: The 22nd Annual Waterford Fall Foliage 5K Road Race is a GO for October 10. Since 2000, this event has allowed the Tony Waldeier Scholarship Fund to give over $74,000 to 101 students. Even though the Race was cancelled in 2020, six $1,000.00 scholarships went to Waterford Memorial School graduates. Already there […]

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    April 22, 2021

    Norlands now accepting scholarship applications

    LIVERMORE — Norlands Living History Center announces an open call for applications for the 2021 Gammon History Education Scholarship Awards. This year two $1,000 Scholarships will be awarded to qualifying high school seniors or students with equivalent education credentials. To be eligible, students must be from Androscoggin, Franklin, Oxford or Kennebec counties and have plans to […]

  • Published
    April 22, 2021

    Extension video series farm to table fare

    ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension has a new video series designed for the at-home cook who wants to learn more about preparing and cooking locally sourced meat. “From Farm to Table Fare” is a seven-video series featuring topics such as preparing market and boneless cuts from a whole chicken, selecting and grinding cuts of […]

  • Published
    April 22, 2021

    NAMI to offer online courses

    HALLOWELL — NAMI Maine, a statewide nonprofit organization providing education, support, and advocacy for people living with mental illness and their families announces that registration is now open for two separate online courses for people who have an adult family member living with a mental health condition. Both courses begin during the first week of […]

  • Published
    April 22, 2021

    Knapp appointed CMO of SMH

      NORWAY — Andrea Patstone, President of Stephens Memorial Hospital, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Knapp MD, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO). He will begin his new role on May 31, 2021 and will succeed Gregory Hardy MD, who has served as Stephens’ CMO since 2016. In his new role, Dr. Knapp […]

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    April 22, 2021

    Functional fitness for seniors offered

    NORWAY — Join Erin Girzone from Good Health is a Habit on Zoom for live Functional Fitness classes in the comfort of your own home (**In-person classes to resume by mid-June). If you have a LiveWell Card, you can “exchange” one of your sessions for a four-class pass! Contact Erin to set this up. These classes are designed for seniors looking to maintain: […]