Several communities plan holiday events.
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Maine’s first plowable snow expected on Thanksgiving
The snow moves in during the afternoon — with the worst time frame for travel after 3 p.m.
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Posted inMaine, News, Oxford Hills
Photo Album: Daddy O’s Diner gets ready to serve at least 600 people on Thanksgiving
Read the story: Oxford diner prepares to serve more than 600 free Thanksgiving dinners Where to dine out for Thanksgiving dinner in Maine
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine
Julia Coady, Greene: From a book fair to a town parade, she’s giving neighbors reason to gather
The mother of two finds joy in building and sharing community.
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Dahlia Verrill, Falmouth: Advocate for trans athletes aims ‘to bridge divides and build community’
The 17-year-old started speaking up in support of her peers in middle school.
Posted inMaine
Rae Ann Lajoie, Vassalboro: Coming through for people when they need it most
From taking people into her home to caring for family members, she’s always ‘doing something for someone.’
Posted inMaine
Moon Machar, Portland: Making the outdoors accessible to asylum seekers
Following in her friend’s footsteps, Machar wants to share the many benefits of connecting with nature.
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Jamie Silvestri, Woolwich: Bringing kids ‘wholeness and health and healing’ through art
The founder of ArtVan has been bringing supplies to neighborhoods of kids for 20 years.
Posted inFranklin, Maine
Clint Brooks, Jay: Caretaker is motivated by making a difference in everyday life
The former paper mill worker has found purpose working with people with intellectual disabilities.
Posted inMaine
Warren Graver, Freeport: Connecting kids in foster care to their community
A contractor for the state’s child and family services, he uses his network to create opportunities.