Regional School Unit 9 superintendent confirms that the district received a complaint of slur directed at a Cony player.
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Election Day might become a state holiday in Maine celebrating democracy
AUGUSTA — Lawmakers will consider a proposal this session to make Election Day a state holiday. “We should have a day where we really celebrate our democracy,” said state Rep. Ben Collings, a Portland Democrat. Supporters of the idea, which has been picking up steam for years, say that more people would have a chance […]
Got a piece of Tom Brady? We want to hear about it
Tom Brady is about the hottest thing on the planet right now and his signature isn’t doing so bad, either. Collectors say the price for the New England Patriots’ quarterback’s autograph has risen dramatically over the years as Brady continues to win Super Bowls and dazzle football fans. If you’ve got Brady’s signature on anything […]
APL lists teen events for February
AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St., has released its schedule of teen events for February. Maine Job Corps — Teens and new adults ages 16-24. Maine Job Corps offers an opportunity to take part in an experience that provides help to understand the skills needed to succeed in today’s job market. This program is […]
Tri-Town Optimists announce the January Student of the Month
The Mechanic Falls, Minot and Poland Tri-Town Optimist Club has announced its January RSU 16 Student of the Month recipient, Ben Cushman. An eighth-grader from Bruce Whittier Middle School, Cushman is described by his teachers as a student who exemplifies the school’s core values on a daily basis: Empathy, Integrity, Perseverance, Loyalty, Compassion and Responsibility. […]
Historical society to hold first photo contest
MECHANIC FALLS — The Mechanic Falls Historical Society will hold its first ever photo contest. The theme is “Mechanic Falls – It is here, now and everywhere.” Photographs submitted must have been taken of Mechanic Falls and the contest open to residents as well as non-residents. They are seeking amateurs, semi-professionals or people who are […]
ELHS grad awarded Auburn Ski Association scholarship
Evelyn Bilodeau, a 2018 graduate of Edward Little High School in Auburn, holds a $500 scholarship check from the Auburn Ski Association at Lost Valley in Auburn. She graduated fourth in her class and has been a committed member of the soccer and ski teams, and involved in the concert, marching, jazz and pep bands. […]
University of Maine offers adult degree completion program
ORONO — The Bachelor of University Studies is the University of Maine’s degree completion program for busy adults. For students who can’t attended classes full time, the B.U.S. program provides an opportunity to develop a course of study that encompasses their interests and makes maximum use of transfer credits. The program also is available in a […]
Beekeepers invited to Auburn presentation
The Androscoggin Beekeepers Club will host master beekeeper Phil Gaven of The Honey Exchange in Portland on Wednesday, Feb. 13. It will be held in the vestry of the West Auburn Congregational Church, 811 West Auburn Road, and is open to the public. The discussion will focus on methods for backyard queen rearing with the ultimate […]
Winthrop team recognized at State House
The Winthrop High School field hockey team, winners of the 2018 State Class C championship, stand in the gallery as members of the Maine House of Representatives recognize them Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the State House in Augusta. The Winthrop Ramblers beat the Spruce Mountain High School Phoenix of Jay 3-1 in the championship game […]