The Rumford Public Library has added a new item to its collection: a pass to the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray. The community pass allows up to seven people a day access to the park for a discounted fee of $3.50 per person when the pass is presented at the gatehouse. Children younger than 3 […]
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Naples student graduates from Assumption University
WORCESTER, Mass. — Lauren Jakobs of Naples was awarded a bachelor’s degree May 8 during Assumption University’s 105th commencement exercises, held at the DCU Center in downtown Worcester.
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Bridgton-area Rotary club recognizes citizens of month
Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club on May 19 honored six citizens of the month, all seniors from Lake Region High School, who exemplify service in school and the community, according to a news release from the club. The celebratory breakfast was created by Rotarians Carol Rothenberg and Joanne Cohn, members on the club’s Youth Committee. From […]
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West Paris church to hold rhubarb festival June 4
The First Universalist Church of West Paris is set to hold its annual Everything Rhubarb Festival at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at the 208 Main St. church. The festival is a fundraiser organized by the church and Goodwill Fellowship, according to a news release from the church. The festival features everything rhubarb, including homemade […]
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Maine adult ed launches high school test completion campaign
The Maine Department of Education’s Office of Adult Education has launched a campaign to encourage adult learners to complete the HiSET, Maine’s high school equivalency test. Those who complete the HiSET are eligible for two years of free community college in Maine, according to a news release from the education office. As part of the […]
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Waterford’s road race, fitness walk, fun run set for Oct. 9
The 23rd annual Waterford Fall Foliage Road Race, 5K Fitness Walk and One Mile Fun Run is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 9, on the Waterford Common at 37 ME-35, across from Keoka Lake. The 1-mile fun run for ages 12 and younger will start at 11:30 a.m. and is free for all children. The 5K […]
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Lasell University students produce fashion design shows
NEWTON, Mass. — Four local students took part in RUNWAY 2022: Reimagined shows, held May 6 and 7 at Lasell University. The shows featured original design work from more than 70 students and a production team of more than 150 behind-the-scenes student leaders. • Amelia Farrin of Topsham was a RUNWAY model; • Madeleine Young […]
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Lewiston student earns University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee degree
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Faisal Bartlett of Lewiston has graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the College of Health Sciences. Commencement exercises were held May 22 at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
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Auburn SEARCH program seeks volunteers
The Catholic Charities SEARCH (Seek Elderly Alone, Renew Courage & Hope) program in Auburn is in need of volunteers to support isolated seniors in Franklin and Oxford County areas. A difference can be made by investing a few hours a week to an isolated senior through providing a friendly visit, a ride to the grocery […]
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Auburn library announces Read ME 2022 Program kickoff
AUBURN — Maine Calling, a live, call-in radio program, is scheduled to host the Maine Humanities Read ME 2022 Program kickoff at 11 a.m. Friday, June 3, on Maine Public Radio, according to a news release from Auburn Public Library. The library has chosen the non-fiction selection, “Sigh, Gone: A Misfits Memoir of Great Books, […]