MaineCF seeks applications for Belvedere Handcrafts Fund ELLSWORTH — The Belvedere Traditional Handcrafts Fund of the Maine Community Foundation is seeking applications. The fund supports projects and organizations that promote traditional handcrafts throughout the state. An anonymous donor established the fund in 2007. The grant application deadline is June 1, 2020. The online application, guidelines […]

Totus Tuus summer program cancelled at Maine parishes PORTLAND — After consideration and discussion with participating parishes and families, organizers of the 2020 Totus Tuus summer program in Maine have announced it has been canceled. “Taking into account the social and relational nature of the program itself, we felt that the program would not be […]

Treat Memorial Library remains closed LIVERMORE FALLS — Treat Memorial Library’s current status as a non-essential business means the library will remain closed to the public at least through May 31. If Maine makes it safely to Stage 2 on June 1, there is a possibility for curbside service. Patrons are asked to be patient […]

LEWISTON — Staff at SeniorsPlus continue to adapt to a new way of bringing programs to residents. The staff will continue to host virtual workshops until it is safe to reopen the education centers. May offerings have been expanded to include more classes, groups and exercise opportunities. Classes and workshops are free through the pandemic […]

BETHEL — The Maine West coalition has helped coordinate an effort to resupply food pantries in western Maine that have been hit with increased demand due to job loss and financial hardship caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Volunteers delivered the food to six pantries that serve 400 families in Rumford, Mexico, Dixfield, Peru, Canton, Byron, […]

LEWISTON — The city of Lewiston is seeking members for the 2020-2021 Lewiston Youth Advisory Council (LYAC) year of service, which will run from July 2020-July 2021. Applications may be submitted online at www.lewistonmaine.gov/applyforlyac. The deadline for submission is Friday, May 22.  Copies of the application may also be printed from the web link and mailed […]

AUBURN — In accordance with Gov. Janet Mills’ plan to safely reopen the state, Bishop Robert Deeley is permitting the celebration of public Masses in the parking lots of Maine’s Catholic churches, but with strict protocols in place for the protection, safety and health of all participants. The Masses are in addition to the many […]

AUGUSTA — Maine Children’s Trust launched a new digital campaign on April 30 to help Maine parents navigate the hardships of parenting, especially amid the current uncertainties brought about by the COVID-19 outbreak. The campaign, In It Together Maine, aims to connect Maine parents with local parenting resources that will support them through this difficult […]

Rumford Seniors cancel Niagara Falls trip RUMFORD — The Rumford Senior Citizens Club, in conjunction with Diamond Tours, has canceled the trip to Niagara Falls and Toronto, Canada, scheduled for May 31 to June 6, due to the coronavirus. Diamond Tours will reimburse the 50 travelers in full. The club will receive the refund in […]

Spurwink is 2020 Maine Marathon beneficiary PORTLAND — Bob Dunfey, volunteer race director for The Maine Marathon, Half Marathon and Relay, has announced that Spurwink is one of seven beneficiaries of this year’s event, which will be held on Sunday, Oct. 4. Spurwink will receive a $2,500 donation from the event. The Maine Marathon organized […]