Artists from all over Maine plan to create paintings in Wiscasset and throughout Lincoln County in Maine Art Gallery’s annual plein air event, Paint Wiscasset and Beyond. The artists will begin to create paintings on Monday, June 12. On Thursday, June 15, the public can view previously completed (dry) paintings by these 20 artists at […]
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Farm Fresh Rewards offers new benefits for SNAP/EBT shoppers
Farm Fresh Rewards, a program of Good Shepherd Food Bank, transitioned from paper vouchers to a discount at the checkout, aiming to make it easier to use rewards. SNAP/EBT shoppers will receive a 50% point-of-purchase discount on a wider variety of eligible fruits, vegetables, legumes and seedlings. Farm Fresh Rewards is a nutrition incentives program […]
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New Sharon student makes Bismarck College president’s honor roll
BISMARCK, N.D. — Joseph Burdin of New Sharon has been named to the 2023 spring semester Bismarck State College president’s honor roll with a 4.0 GPA. Students must maintain at least a 3.5 grade point on a 4.0 scale while enrolled in at least 12 semester hours of classes to qualify for the BSC president’s […]
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Kids’ Fishing Derby set for Oquossoc July 6
Last year, the Rangeley Region Guides’ and Sportsmen’s Association guides put on its first Kids’ Fishing Derby. More than 80 kids participated across the three age groups. This year’s derby is set for Thursday, July 6, at the Guides’ Fishing Pond, located behind the clubhouse on Old Skiway Road in Oquossoc. There will be three […]
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Winthrop society seeks volunteer bakers for Cookie Walk June 16, 17
The Winthrop Maine Historical Society seeks volunteer bakers for its upcoming Cookie Walk, set for Saturday and Sunday, June 16 and 17. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day at the Winthrop History and Heritage Center, 107 Main St. Items will cost $10 a pound unless marked otherwise. Proceeds […]
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UMaine at Fort Kent announces 2023 graduates
The University of Maine at Fort Kent’s graduating seniors received their degrees May 6 at the 141st commencement exercises held at the UMFK’s Sport Center. Graduates are listed by their hometowns. St. John Valley (Maine) Eagle Lake: Ethan Delana, Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice Fort Kent: Aaron Boateng Amoako-Baah, Bachelor of Science in Business; Arieyle […]
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Association receives highest turnout for environmental poster contest
A Dirigo High School student was the grade nine to 12 winner; a Poland Community School fourth-grader was recognized.
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Personal hygiene product collection drive set for June 5, 6, 7
The Maine Association of Realtors is set to host a statewide personal hygiene product collection drive from Monday through Wednesday, June 5-7. Nearly 50 real estate companies from York to Lincoln will open their doors as drop-off locations for personal care related product collection. With rising costs, the demand for these essential products has only […]
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Sandy River Festival to return to Strong June 10
The Sandy River Festival, a celebration of the natural beauty and rich history of the Sandy River, is coming back to Strong for the first time since 2008. The festival is scheduled for Saturday, June 10, along the banks of the river at the Legion Field in Strong, and will include activities and live music. […]
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Ag department urges use of local or heat-treated firewood
AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry urges Mainers and visitors to prioritize using local or heat-treated firewood. It’s a legal requirement, as there are stringent restrictions on the movement of certain firewood. Untreated firewood from out-of-state is banned (maine.gov/firewood), and transporting hardwood firewood from within specific quarantine areas is strictly prohibited […]