‘Out of Nowhere’ author to visit AUBURN — On Wednesday, Oct. 9, the Auburn Public Library will welcome Brunswick author Maria Padian, who will be discussing her book, “Out of Nowhere.” With a generous donation from an Auburn Public Library donor, the library was able to purchase 30 copies of this book. Teens interested in […]
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Auburn Book Project winner celebrated Oct. 5
AUBURN — This year’s winner of the Auburn Book Project, a competition for sixth-grade writers, is Oliver Hall, 12, who won while attending East Auburn Community School. Oliver and nine other finalists will be honored with an author’s reception from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Auburn Public Library. The public is […]
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Auburn clerk, Lewiston deputy clerk recognized by MMA
AUBURN — City Clerk Sue Clements-Dallaire was recognized by her peers at the Maine Municipal Association on Thursday as the Rookie of the Year. The award was given at the Maine Town and City Clerks Association annual meeting Thursday in Augusta. The meeting was part of the Maine Municipal Association annual convention. Clements-Dallaire was nominated […]
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Face Time: Hailey Sontag — From survivor to fundraising superstar
AUBURN — When she was 6 years old, Hailey Sontag was diagnosed with brain cancer. Today, the seventh-grader at Auburn Middle School has recovered from the cancer and feels strong. She occasionally still feels the effects of the surgeries, but not enough to stop her from helping others — in a big way. Hailey has […]
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Breakaway from Cancer: Auburn girl named as award winner
LEWISTON — Seven-year brain cancer survivor Hailey Sontag of Auburn has been named the 2013 Amgen Breakaway from Cancer Survivor Award winner. The award is given to a Maine cancer survivor involved in community outreach who demonstrates a passion for helping others with cancer. It is presented in conjunction with the annual Dempsey Challenge, the […]
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EL students taking AP classes score high
AUBURN — Edward Little High School students who took advanced placement courses last year outperformed the state, national and international averages, according to a School Department report. As reported Wednesday night, more Edward Little students must become proficient at their grade levels. Between 59 percent and 61 percent of all students were proficient in reading […]
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Legion Riders plan breakfast AUBURN — American Legion Riders Post 31 will hold a public breakfast from 7 to 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 6, at the post home on Washington Street. Cost is $5. Spaghetti supper at Trinity LISBON — A spaghetti supper will be held from 4:45 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at […]