BETHEL — The Bethel Historical Society mourns the passing of Mary E. Valentine, one of its most tireless research library volunteers. Over a period of many years, Valentine faithfully assisted numerous BHS members and out-of-town visitors with their investigations, most notably in the area of family history research. One of Valentine’s most important achievements was […]
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Commercial travelers MECHANIC FALLS — Twin City Council 160 of the United Commercial Travelers of America will meet on Saturday, March 10, at Bucknam Oaks, at 5 p.m. Installation of officers for the ensuing year will be held. A potluck supper will follow the meeting. All members and guests are welcome to attend. St. Patrick’s […]
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Bethel Historical Society website features Civil War information
BETHEL — To honor the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War, the Bethel Historical Society will feature articles about Bethel and the war on its website. Among these are “Life on the Home Front: Bethel during the Civil War,” “Bethel’s Civil War Soldier’s Monument Dedicated 100 Years Ago,” “General Oliver Otis Howard Speaks at […]
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Bethel Historical Society supports ‘Maine National History Day’ program
BETHEL — Once again, the Bethel Historical Society is pleased to be a supporter of the Maine National History Day Program, administered by the Maine State Archives. This year’s annual educational competition for all Maine students in grades 6 through 12 will be held on Wednesday, March 28, at the University of Maine at Augusta. […]
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Scott C. Billings
NORWAY — Scott C. Billings, 70, of West Paris, died Monday, March 5, at the Stephens Memorial Hospital. He was born in Rumford, Oct. 17, 1941, a son of Harry and Winola (Millett) Billings. He was a graduate of Stephens High School in Rumford. He served in the U.S. Army from 1964 to 1966, and […]
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Western Maine Fly Fishing Expo to debut March 24 in Bethel
BETHEL — Fishing habitat restoration projects and river access in Western Maine will get a boost on March 24 when the Western Maine Fly Fishing Expo debuts. It will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bethel Inn Resort Conference Center in Bethel. The Expo is sponsored by the Mollyockett Chapter of […]
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Southern Maine Community College announces dean’s list students
SOUTH PORTLAND — Southern Maine Community College announces the dean’s list for the 2011 fall semester. Androscoggin County Auburn: Susan Akerley, Lani Cabral, Benjamin Clark, Cody Day, Emily Johnson, Jasmine Knight, Crystal Martin, Lindsey Simpson, Donielle Wilson. Durham: Danette Baines, Matthew Dimick, Tara Keller, Taylor Koenig, Lisa McGloin, Margaret Oliver, Kelsie-Mae Rioux. Greene: Joel Dumond. […]
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BHS receives grant support for special projects, operations
BETHEL — As one of the foremost attractions in a community that markets itself as “Maine’s Most Beautiful Mountain Village,” the Bethel Historical Society provides more than a dozen period rooms and exhibit galleries where visitors can discover and explore the area’s colorful past year-round. For those interested in knowing more about the area’s (or […]
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Class of 1964 RUMFORD — The Class of 1964 at Mexico High School will have their class lunch at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, at Dick’s. For information, call 364-3388 or 364-7329. Isabella meeting RUMFORD — St. Trinity Circle 504, Daughters of Isabella will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 13, at the Holy Savior […]