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CMCC plans college writing course in Turner
TURNER — Central Maine Community College is offering a college writing course in Turner in the Spring 2013 semester. The three-credit course will be offered at the Turner Adult Education Center at 486 Turner Center Road. It will be held Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 8:25 p.m. starting Jan. 16. This class is open to […]
Turner’s Charley Lind invents pen to take toys from concept to reality
TURNER — Like the next-generation computer processors Charley Lind helps design, his Make-It Pen isn’t strictly real. “It’s whatever pen you happen to be holding,” Lind said. “It’s just a way to encourage people to realize they can build what they want.” The Make-It Pen is a game Lind plays with his three sons: If […]
Eats: New milestone for a local Landmark
“Yesterday’s Memories Are Tomorrow’s Treasures” is the message on the simple wooden sign that hangs at the entrance to the rustic dining room of the new Landmark Restaurant at 32 Auburn Road, Route 4, in Turner. Formerly known as the Chick-A-Dee, the Landmark opened on Nov. 20, under new ownership, and has begun making memories […]
Face Time: Sally Phillips — Listener of the wind
When a building talks to you, it’s not always haunted. Sometimes, it’s a sign to take a chance and let your talents and energy fly. That’s what happened to Sally Phillips, who opened Drinker of the Wind Studio in Turner yesterday. In the process, the artistic, horse-loving mother and grandmother has been both inspiring to […]
Monmouth boys’ basketball
Coach: Lucas Turner (fourth year) Last year’s record: 3-15 Returning players: Seniors — Drew McFarren (6-4 forward), Billy Cummings (5-9 guard), Devin West (5-9 guard), Chris Armstrong (5-8 guard), Cody Gallagher (5-11 guard); Juniors — Brandon Goff (6-1 forward), Marcques Houston (6-3 junior), Brett Wilson (6-1 guard), D.J. McHugh (5-6 guard); Sophomore — Kasey Smith […]
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MS Christmas party, potluck LEWISTON — The MS Christmas party and potluck supper will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12, at the Lepage Conference Center, 99 Campus Ave. There will be a Chinese auction as usual. To participate, bring a wrapped gift valued between $5 and $10. The morning group is also invited. […]
Turner selectmen suggest legislative bills to help town
TURNER — State Rep. Jeffrey Timberlake, R-Turner, asked selectmen Monday night for suggestions on legislative bills that would help residents of the town. Selectman Ralph Caldwell said he wants outstanding schools, because they are magnets that attract more affluent residents who build more expensive houses and pay more taxes. Chairman Angelo Terreri said he would […]
Turner studio to hold grand opening
TURNER — Drinker of the Wind Studio, creative consignments and artisan workshop, is holding a grand opening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 8 and 9, at 55 Auburn Road (Route 4). The studio, owned by Sally Phillips and located in the former Turner Trading Post building, features multi-media art, jewelry, […]