AUGUSTA — In the aftermath of severe weather, residents across Maine come together to restore power, clear debris, and get their lives back to normal. While safety and recovery are top priorities, it’s crucial to remember that everyone involved in storm cleanup can play a vital role in keeping Maine’s forests healthy and resilient. After […]
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Grants available to help Maine communities address climate change effects
AUGUSTA — The administration of Gov. Janet Mills recently announced the opening of three grant opportunities available to communities across Maine. These would address climate change effects through investments to improve energy efficiency, transition to clean energy, expand local and regional planning capacity, and protect infrastructure from damaging storms or rising sea levels. These grants […]
Inland Fisheries and Wildlife seeks nominations for Maine Guide Award
Submit a nomination by Feb. 17.
UMaine Extension assistant professor, dairy forage educator receives award
ORONO — Jaime Garzon, a University of Maine Cooperative Extension dairy forage educator, was recently honored with the Gerald O. Mott Award. The award recognizes Garzon’s outstanding academic achievements, contributions to research and education, and dedication to the agricultural community. The award is presented annually by the Crop Science Society of America to individuals who […]
Maine nonprofits to provide home repairs for low-income residents
Two Maine nonprofits are receiving Housing Preservation Grants. Bangor-based Penquis and Western Maine Community Action in East Wilton each secured a grant of $84,829. The organizations plan to use the funds to provide home repairs for eligible low- and very low-income residents in Franklin, Knox, Penobscot, and Piscataquis counties, according to a news release from […]
Spruce Mountain Middle School announces honor roll
JAY — Spruce Mountain Middle School recently named the following students to its first-quarter honor roll for the 2023-24 academic year. Eighth grade High honors: Aisla Armandi, Isaiah Ayer, Lily Bellerose, Baylee Brown, Patrick Chen, Huck Dube, Zoey Foss, Shay-Lynne Giroux, Michaela Grant, Noelle Hughes, Alaina Kachnovich, Linda Lake, Avigail Moffett, Wyatt Steward, Summit Woodcock, […]
Boston Celtics honors Greene woman as Hero Among Us
Meghan Hutchinson of Greene recently was honored by the Boston Celtics as a Hero Among Us. During October’s mass shooting in Lewiston, Hutchinson’s quick reflexes and bravery undoubtedly saved lives. While the Greene resident was at her daughter Zoey’s bowling practice at Just-In-Time Recreation, Hutchinson heard the distressing sound of gunshots, and immediately guided Zoey […]
Oxford Hills school plans community Broadway show auditions for January
The shows will be held in April at the South Paris high school.
Rotary Club donates winter clothing to Lake Region area students in need
In early December, Rotarians from Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club delivered needed winter outer garments to Crooked River Elementary School in Casco, Songo Locks Elementary School in Naples and Stevens Brook Elementary School in Bridgton. Requests were for winter coats and pants, boots, gloves and hats. In addition, through donations from others, Rotarians delivered winter socks […]
UMaine at Farmington recognizes students for research projects
The University of Maine at Farmington has announced its Fall 2023 Michael Wilson scholars and fellows and their research projects. This semester’s student researchers includes Katherine Berube from Houlton, Riley Boucher from Williston, Vermont; Shaina Fusco from Reading, Massachusetts; Sadie Gray from Saco, Gillean Hamilton from Euclid, Ohio; Rain Smith from Eliot, Sean Tenney from […]