BETHEL — The Telstar Alumni Association will once again be holding its Annual Craft/Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 4 from 9 to 2. Telstar’s Cafeteria and Hallways will be filled with homemade primitive crafts including Heidi’s Country Mice, Charcuterie Boards, Cindy’s Knitted sweaters and mittens, hand-painted gifts, jewelry, Linda’s fudge, crocheted items, doll clothes, Sally’s […]
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Gould’s Smith addresses Rotary
BETHEL — At the Rotary meeting this week, Rotarians heard a presentation by Tao Smith, Gould Academy’s Head of School, who shared Gould’s updated mission, vision, and values. Tao is passionate about Gould and its important role in the Bethel area community. Amy Connell, executive director of the Mahoosuc Kids Association, was presented with a […]
First Universalist November services
WEST PARIS — Please join us as we gather on Sundays at 9 a.m. for informative and inspiring worship services, that can be contemplative – calming the mind and spirit. Refreshments following the service. All are welcome. November 5, “To Go or Not to Go,” led by the Worship Service Committee. Why we do or […]
New hiking trail system open to public
NEWRY — Inland Woods + Trails, a 501c3 non-profit organization based in Bethel, in collaboration with Sunday River Resort in Newry, has opened a new 2.8-mile walking/hiking trail system at the Jordan Hotel, located at the Resort. This partnership contributes to ongoing efforts in the region to increase outdoor recreational opportunities while supporting year-round economic […]
MCF fund to support Lewiston victims, recovery
STATE — The Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) has established the Lewiston-Auburn Area Response Fund following the devastating mass shooting events on October 25 in Lewiston, Maine. The fund will collect and allocate donations to support victims of Maine’s worst gun tragedy on record and the organizational efforts that will help heal the city. Adilah Muhammad, […]
Extension offers free farm finance workshop
STATE — Farmers with at least five years of experience are invited to participate in a free, two-hour workshop focused on how individual financial values impact business planning, with opportunities to attend on Nov. 15, Dec. 5, and Jan. 24. Titled “Communicating about Personal Money Values,” the workshop will introduce farmers to a variety of […]
WMSC armchair travel to Ecuador, tour of Gould
BETHEL — Brianna Douglass and Luis Meza treated WMSC members and friends to an armchair travel presentation on Life at Latitude Zero, featuring Ecuadorian food, art, and a slideshow describing Ecuador’s unique culture, geography, history, and politics. Wendy Hutchins, a WMSC board member and Brianna’s grandmother, has also visited Ecuador. The next WMSC event is […]
Eagle Auxiliary plans craft fair
RUMFORD — Rumford Falls Eagle Auxiliary Annual Craft Fair will be held indoors at the Eagles Function Hall 129 Rumford Ave. Rumford on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event helps the many charities of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. There will be a variety of crafters offering jewelry, homemade […]
Fall seed sale fundraiser set
COUNTY — Did you know that fall is a great time to plant wildflower seeds? In fact, many seeds will germinate better after exposure to the cold and snow! Fall sowing is a low maintenance and easy way to add color and interest to your landscape, as well as support pollinators and birds. Unlike planting […]