NORTH WATERFORD — The North Waterford Congregational Church members met Wednesday (by zoom) to discuss methods of safely presenting their ever-popular summer suppers. The suppers, which have been held every other Tuesday throughout the summer for generations, draw people together to chat over dinner, renew old acquaintances, and enjoy each others’ company over a home-cooked meal. […]
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Moffett House reopens
BERLIN, NH — The Berlin & Coos County Historical Society has reopened the Moffett House Museum & Genealogy Center. The museum will keep its usual hours: Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4:00 p.m. The public is asked to wear a mask with in the building. Admisson is free; donations are graciously accepted. Call (603)752-4590 during […]
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International Piano Festival postponed
BETHEL — Music without Borders, the international piano festival slated to return to Bethel in July for a 14th season on the Gould Academy campus, has been postponed until July 2021. Festival Artistic Director Tamara Poddubnaya reports that restrictions on international travel and other requirements for mitigation of the coronavirus pandemic make it impossible, this season, […]
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WMTS resumes service
REGION — Western Maine Transportation Services is pleased to announce resumption of previous services and new pilot services. We will be maintaining precautions to keep riders and our drivers safe from COVID-19. We are requesting use of face coverings and working to maintain social distancing as well as regularly cleaning high-touch surfaces. Please watch the […]
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SeniorsPlus announces virtual public hearings
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging for Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, is holding two public hearings on its 2020-2024 Area Plan that outlines the organization’s vision to serve the older and disabled adults populations over the next four years. The public is invited to participate. Comments also are welcome via email […]
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Conservation Photo Contest opens
COUNTY — The Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District would like to announce the 2020 Conservation Photo Contest. We are looking for your best conservation photo in the field of Agriculture, Forestry, Soil & Water or Wildlife to grace the cover of our 2020 Annual Report. A prize package provided by Aubuchon Hardware, Tractor […]
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Bethel Food Pantry receives funding
BETHEL — The Bethel Food Pantry has received a $6,000 from the COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund of the Maine Community Foundation to bring more locally grown produce to low-income and local elderly residents. “This grant will help many people who are struggling to feed their families,” Director of the Food Pantry Dave Bean. “Higher food […]
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Local bank warns fraud is on the rise
NORWAY — In these times of crisis, fraudsters take advantage of the public’s fear, anxiety and uncertainty to step up their attempts to obtain sensitive, personal information, thereby allowing them to steal identities and, potentially, money. This week, we were made aware of a scam targeting Norway Savings Bank customers. The fraudsters called various NSB […]
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Get outside safely for physical, mental well being
AUGUSTA — Biking, boating, hiking, fishing, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities are great ways to stay healthy in the age of COVID-19 – provided they are conducted in accordance with all public health restrictions and guidance. As summer weather is fast approaching, Maine’s conservation and recreation communities, natural resource agencies, and outdoor brands developed the […]