AUGUSTA – A new statewide awards program launched today will elevate the voices and work of the rising generation of environmental leaders in Maine. The Brookie Awards will recognize a diverse group of six youth changemakers every two years for their demonstrated leadership and effectiveness on behalf of Maine’s natural resources. Nominations for the inaugural “school” […]
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ATV club to meet
LIVERMORE —On Sunday February 2 at noon, the Western Maine ATV Club will hold an informal meeting at the Livermore Community Building in Livermore, located at 25 Church Street, which is between Routes 4 and 108 in Brettuns concerning the recommendations of the governor’s ATV task force. Representatives Tina Riley and Richard Pickett have been […]
SeniorsPlus Education Center classes
REGION — SeniorsPlus has announced the Education Center classes for February 2020. Unless noted, classes are held at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston, Maine 04240. Unless noted, classes are free. SeniorsPlus is fully accessible. Hearing Assistive Equipment is available upon request. Please register for classes by calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more information, visit seniorsplus.org/education-center. Legal […]
Fight cabin fever at Treat Memorial Library
LIVERMORE FALLS — Have you been cooped up inside too long this winter? Join us for Cabin Fever Crafts at Treat Memorial Library on Saturday, February 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. We will be putting out our random craft supplies so that you can create and let your imagination go wild! Come by […]
Free diabetes prevention classes
FARMINGTON — In the U.S., 1 in 3 adults has prediabetes and is at risk for type 2 diabetes, yet nearly 90 percent don’t know they have it. Learning about diabetes and how to prevent or delay it is the first step toward living a longer, healthier life. Join the Diabetes Prevention Program, a national […]
Call for Nominations for Wild Blueberry Commission of Maine Grower Seats
AUGUSTA – The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) today announced a call for nominations for two new grower seats on the Wild Blueberry Commission of Maine. A 2019 statutory change to the Commission’s makeup added the positions. With the addition, the Commission will now consist of five grower seats and five processor seats. […]
After 30 years, Shannon Smith stepping down as head of Wilton Blueberry Festival
On Jan. 14 at the annual director’s meeting, Shannon Chase Smith announced she will be stepping down as head of the Wilton Blueberry Festival after this year.
Stuart Corlett named Firefighter of the Year
LIVERMORE FALLS — Fire Chief Edward Hastings IV named Stuart Corlett as the 2019 Firefighter of the Year Saturday, Jan. 11. During the presentation Hastings said, “This year I would like to recognize a firefighter who has worked tirelessly toward becoming an outstanding member of our team for the past two years. This person was […]
New year brings grants for residents
AUGUSTA — Ushering in 2020, a new decade, and to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of NextGen 529, the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) is announcing updated Grants for Maine residents Starting January 1, 2020, Maine residents will receive a $100 Initial Matching Grant after they open a NextGen 529 account and make at least a […]