LIVERMORE —Deb Roberts of Wilton, with family and friends, is preparing for the second annual Hollandstrong Fishing Derby on Saturday, Feb. 11, at Round Pond in memory of Roberts’ son, mariner Michael Holland. Holland, 25, of Wilton, was one of 33 crew members who died aboard the SS El Faro, a cargo ship that sank […]
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Revamped Snack Bar to open in UMF Student Center
FARMINGTON — One of the first steps in a 20-year master plan for the campus of the University of Maine at Farmington is a complete renovation and expansion of the Snack Bar in the Student Center. The renovated Snack Bar, which was enlarged into the former space of the UMF Bookstore, is expected to open […]
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Chesterville Extension donates blankets to Fire Department
CHESTERVILLE — The North Chesterville Extension Homemakers donated 15 blankets to the Fire Department during Thursday night’s selectmen meeting. “It’s one of the things we like to do for the community,” member Glenda Barker said. “We try to do whatever (emergency responders) need.” Barker said one member asked former Fire Chief Edward Hastings IV if […]
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Chesterville candidate forum Feb. 28
CHESTERVILLE — A candidate forum will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, at the Town Office. Five people are seeking three seats on the Board of Selectmen. Chairman Guy Iverson is running for a three-year term against Edward Hastings IV. Selectman Tyler Jenness is running unopposed for a one-year seat. Ross […]
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Revamped Snack Bar to open in UMF Student Center
FARMINGTON — One of the first steps in a 20-year master plan for the campus of the University of Maine at Farmington is a complete renovation and expansion of the Snack Bar in the Student Center. The renovated Snack Bar, which was enlarged into the former space of the UMF Bookstore, is expected to open […]
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Revamped Snack Bar to open in UMF Student Center
FARMINGTON — One of the first steps in a 20-year master plan for the campus of the University of Maine at Farmington is a complete renovation and expansion of the Snack Bar in the Student Center. The renovated Snack Bar, which was enlarged into the former space of the UMF Bookstore, is expected to open […]
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Chesterville Extension donates blankets to Fire Department
Members of North Chesterville Extension Homemakers present blankets for the Fire Department at Thursday night’s selectmen meeting. From left are Kim Lessard, Amber-Jean Fuller, Glenda Barker, Linda Brown and Fire Chief John Archer. CHESTERVILLE — The North Chesterville Extension Homemakers donated 15 blankets to the Fire Department during Thursday night’s selectmen meeting. “It’s one of […]
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Chesterville candidate forum Feb. 28
CHESTERVILLE — A candidate forum will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, at the Town Office. Five people are seeking three seats on the Board of Selectmen. Chairman Guy Iverson is running for a three-year term against Edward Hastings IV. Selectman Tyler Jenness is running unopposed for a one-year seat. Ross […]
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Franklin County arrest log
• Raymond Graf, 33, Skowhegan, two counts operating after suspension, Jan. 30, $300 cash bail, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. • Stephen J. Tremblay, 41, West Charleston, Vermont, operating under the influence, criminal speed, Jan. 30, $400 cash bail, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. • Kevin G. Bliss, 61, Oquossoc, warrant, Jan. 31, $500 cash bail, Rangeley Police Department. […]
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Town plow truck, car collide in Jay
JAY — A town plow truck and a car collided at Oak and Main streets on Wednesday morning, police said. No one was injured. Shari Ouellette, 45, of Jay was driving on Oak Street toward Main Street, also known as Route 4, and Public Works Department employee Terry Greenleaf, 51, of Jay was turning right […]