BRIDGTON — It was a beautiful day for Bridgton’s Art in the Park this year, and Saturday, July 21, Shorey Park was filled with people out enjoying the day, buying art, listening to music and chatting with the many artists and nonprofit groups whose tents filled the park. Lovely paintings and appealing 3-D art was […]
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AUGUSTA — Eighteen Maine Community College students have been named to the All-Maine Academic Team for two-year colleges by the national Phi Theta Kappa organization. They are being honored by their individual colleges at events being held this spring. Local students receiving the award, which includes a $500 scholarship from the MCCS board of trustees, […]
Dirigo High School students earn more than $56K in scholarships
DIXFIELD — Dirigo High School Class of 2018 students were awarded $56,100 in scholarships. This total does not include individual merit scholarships received. Award winners include: Annie Hazelton Memorial: Katelyn Carlow. Banas: Bridget Rowley. Canton Alumni: Jonathan Wainwright. Canton Extension: Luke Lueders. Town of Canton: Elizabeth Gallant. Dirigo High School Class of 2012 Class Officer: Luke Lueders. […]
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CASTLETON, Vermont — Castleton student Kathryn Albert of Lewiston was recently awarded the Alpha Psi Omega Honor Society Actor of the Year Award for the 2017-2018 academic year. The award is given annually to an upper-class Acting and Directing major who has shown willingness to go above and beyond what is asked and expected of […]
Local middle-schoolers win state award
AUGUSTA — The New England League of Middle Schools, in conjunction with the Maine Association of Middle Level Education, held the annual Scholar Leaders banquet in Augusta on May 10. Twenty-five middle schools from across the state were honored Middle Level Scholar Leaders. Criteria include: An excellent attitude toward learning; provides service to classmates and school; is […]
Fryeburg Academy musicians win awards at end of season
FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Academy jazz ensembles wrapped up another successful season on April 6 and 7. Under the direction of Mimi Rohlfing, the bands attended the Maine Music Educator’s State Vocal Jazz Festival at Stearns Junior-Senior High School in Millinocket to compete against other Division I groups. Based on their afternoon performance they received […]
Franklin County Children’s Task Force awards presented at 40th anniversary celebration
FARMINGTON — More than 200 people piled into the University of Maine at Farmington on April 28 to celebrate the Franklin County Children’s Task Force for 40 years of serving children and families. The task force recognized local heroes of children who continually contribute to the well being of families in Franklin County. Longtime employee […]
AVCOG recognized with 2018 Maine Recycling and Solid Waste Award
ROCKPORT — Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments (AVCOG) was named the 2018 Maine Recycling and Solid Waste Outstanding Service Organization of the Year by Maine Resource Recovery Association (MRRA) at this year’s Maine Recycling and Solid Waste Conference & Trade Show at the Samoset Resort. In his remarks, MRRA President Ross Nason commended AVCOG, a […]
Oxford Elementary School announces awards
OXFORD — Oxford Elementry School has announced School Pride and Academic Achievement award presentations. School Pride Awards were given as follows: Miss Farr’s kindergarten: Ava Cronin, Lily Davis, Evamae Dow, Kylie Galasso, Adeline Heaward and Roush Moore. Miss Duggan’s kindergarten: Emily Desjardins, Breeah Giasson, Nicholas Krastins, Lily Lemont, Emma Palmer and Hannah Stevens. Miss Popp’s […]
Leavitt Area High School's Chloe Veilleux receives MPA Principal's Award
TURNER — Chloe Veilleux of Turner, a senior at Leavitt Area High School, has been selected to receive the 2018 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship. “Chloe has consistently demonstrated her ability to face and overcome challenges both […]