AUGUSTA — In response to demand from employers in Maine’s growing aviation and aerospace sectors, the University of Maine at Augusta is opening the state’s first aviation maintenance technician school. UMA secured final approval in early July from the Federal Aviation Administration; students will start courses online and hands-on training at the statewide university’s Brunswick […]
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Naples library to host house, inn tour July 24
The Naples Public Library’s House and Inn Tour is set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 24. Proceeds from this fundraiser will support the many programs that the library provides, according to a news release from the library. This self-guided house and inn tour will begin at the library at 940 Roosevelt Trail […]
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Volunteers sought for archaeology survey in Bowdoinham
This particular parcel was recently protected in perpetuity by the owners and FOMB via a conservation easement.
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Holocaust and Human Rights Center names award recipient
The Holocaust and Human Rights Center has named Lois Galgay Reckitt of South Portland the 2024 recipient of the Gerda Haas Award for Excellence in Human Rights Education and Leadership. The center is set to honor her posthumously at its annual meeting on Thursday, Sept. 5. The meeting will be held from 4:30-8 p.m. at […]
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Harrison church to sell chicken pies July 20
Orders for pies will be taken only on the morning of the June 20 by calling the church between 9-11 a.m. at 207-583-9024; do not leave a message.
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One local city, 3 local towns rank best in Maine for biking
PORTLAND — Gardiner, Fryeburg, Patten, Farmington, and Buckfield ranked in the top five in the PeopleForBikes comprehensive assessment, based on the quality of their bike networks. “We know Maine is an incredible place to enjoy by bike, whether that’s for recreation or transportation,” said Jean Sideris, the Bicycle Coalition of Maine executive director, according to […]
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Farmington Grange seeks volunteers for work day July 21
The Farmington Grange has planned a community work day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 21, at the Grange, 124 Bridge St. in West Farmington. Volunteers are needed to help with cleaning, painting, yard work, fixes and moving furniture. Light refreshments will be available. Those experienced in cutting down trees or willing to […]
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4-H Camp at Tanglewood offers scholarship opportunities
Deadline for applications is July 18 for the first session and Thursday, July 25 for the second session.
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Lewiston gallery to host Ukrainian cooking class July 17
LEWISTON — Munka Studio and Gallery is set to host a Ukrainian Cuisine Night, a live Ukrainian cooking demonstration. This event will take place at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, at Saint Mary’s Nutrition Center, 208 Bates St. Cooks Yuliia Budylo and Inna Cherednichenko will teach the audience how to cook a traditional Ukrainian meal, […]
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Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations
Other notable grants include $5,500 to Children’s Center and Spectrum Generations in Augusta.