RUMFORD — Rumford Hospital, 420 Franklin St., plans to launch its annual Giving Tree fundraiser in its main lobby. The fundraiser, which began in 2015, offers an opportunity to purchase ornaments in honor of a loved one, with all proceeds benefiting the hospital’s effort to raise funds for a new sit-to-stand lift for the inpatient […]
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Auburn seeks tree, vendors, parade participants
The city will officially kick off the season at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 with its Christmas parade and tree lighting event.
Maine Seacoast Mission offering college, career prep workshop series
CHERRYFIELD — Maine Seacoast Mission plans to offer a series of workshops for high school and college students, as well as their parents, to help with transition to college or careers. The College and Career Preparation Workshop Series, held online or in person at the Downeast Campus, cover topics like life skills, wellness, and college […]
Spruce Mountain High School names first quarter honor students
JAY — Spruce Mountain High School recently named the following students to the first quarter honor roll for the 2024-25 academic year. Seniors — Highest honors: Mallory Clark, Alex Grimaldi and Hannah Jewett. High honors: Avery Bessey, Lily Fortier and Riley Small. Honors: Makayla Barker, Isabelle Beane, Violet Bellerose, Jace Bessey, Hunter Bickford, Bluebell Chen, […]
UMaine experts lead conversations around best practices for AI in schools
ORONO — Whenever she talks about teachers using artificial intelligence, University of Maine associate professor of special education Sarah Howorth likes to remind whoever she’s talking to that educators have always used technology to support student learning. “Probably the most relatable example for most people is the use of calculators in math class,” Howorth said […]
Norway church’s theater to present ‘Snow Way Out’ Nov. 23
Donation baskets will be available to those who wish to financially support the Children’s Community Theater program.
Lost Valley to hold Pre-Season Rail Jam event Nov. 22
AUBURN — Lost Valley, in partnership with the Lost Valley Competition Program, is set to host a Pre-Season Rail Jam from 5-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, at 200 Lost Valley Road. This event brings the freestyle energy of snow sports to the mountain before the official season begins, offering snowboarders and skiers a chance to […]
Virtual Santa Shuffle to benefit Trees for Troops
HOUSTON, TEXAS — People can celebrate the holidays in a fun and healthy way with family and friends — along with thousands of festive runners and walkers around the county — by joining the Santa Hustle Virtual Race. Whether it’s the marathon, half marathon, 10K or 5K, participants can join in at the location of […]
Archivist, historian to give hidden stories talk in Norway Nov. 21
NORWAY — Angela Todd plans to present a talk on called Hidden Stories: Orphanages, Asylums and Magdalene Laundries from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, at Norway Memorial Library at 258 Main St. Whether it came from the community, the church, or the government, families have always needed help getting by. This presentation is an overview […]
West Paris church taking Thanksgiving dessert orders
Those interested in purchasing a dessert pie(s) can call or email their orders to Marta Clements by Wednesday, Nov. 20.