The Norway Memorial Library has started Shelf Reflections 2024, a year-long reading challenge for adults who want to increase their reading. To participate, stop by the 258 Main St. library or call its information desk and sign up. Provide name, contact information, and reading goal for 2024. The goal should be one that will be […]
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WinterKids to kick off Winter Games in Topsham Jan. 8
The seventh annual WinterKids Winter Games is set to kick off this month with 16 schools statewide, comprised of 3,300-plus students and 380-plus teachers, who have applied for and been selected to compete for a total of nearly $20,000 in cash prizes for their schools as part of the Competitive Track. The winning Competitive Track […]
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Auburn library to host events leading up to Camden Conference
Events will be held in January and February.
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Lewiston cribbage league recognizes Dec. 28 winners
Lewiston Senior Cribbage League players Dorina Martin and Cindy Boyd placed first on Dec. 28. Pauline Cornish and Roger Labbe placed second, Gary David and Maurice Blondin placed third, Henry Maheux and Helene St. Hilaire placed fourth, and Ron Cloutier and Pat Belanger placed fifth. The league plays at 9 a.m. Thursdays at the Lewiston […]
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Finding Our Voices gets holiday grant
Finding Our Voices has received a $7,500 grant from Camden National Bank. The donation will boost two key programs of the grassroots nonprofit breaking the silence of domestic abuse across Maine: The Get Out Stay Out Fund and dating-abuse awareness in schools, according to a news release from Patrisha McLean, CEO and founder of the […]
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Department asks Mainers to seek licensed arborist for tree-related tasks
AUGUSTA — Following the recent storm that wreaked havoc on trees across Maine, particularly conifers, it is crucial to engage licensed arborists for tree-related tasks such as trimming and removing fallen or leaning trees, according to a news release from the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. When seeking the services of an arborist — […]
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Therapy dog to visit teens at Norway Memorial Library
The Norway Memorial Library teen room plans to host Buck, a therapy dog, at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, Jan. 9 and 23. Youth ages 12-18 are invited to spend quiet time petting and relaxing with the dog. Norway Memorial Library is located at 258 Main St. in Norway. For more information, call 207-743-5309, ext.5. […]
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Lewiston society lists Cold Paws, Warm Heart raffle winners
LEWISTON — The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society has announced winners of its Cold Paws, Warm Heart annual raffle. With more than $12,000 in ticket sales the winners are Erica Brown of Rumford, winning $500 of home heating assistance and a handmade quilt; James and Mary Ingalls of Greene with $300 of home heating assistance; Dee […]
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Land for Maine’s Future Program calls for proposals
Inquiry forms are due by 5 p.m. Jan. 17, 2025, and final proposals are due by 5 p.m. March 21, 2025.
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West Paris church announces January services
People can join First Universalist Church of West Paris at 9 a.m. Sundays at 208 Main St., when members explore a wide variety of topics led by a variety of speakers. Refreshments will follow services. Music will be provided by guitarist Davy Sturtevant. Jan. 7, “Welcoming the New Year.” The worship service committee is leading […]