BETHEL — Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib) was the topic of last week’s “To Your Health” event held at the Bethel Congregational Church. Nearly 30 people were in attendance to learn about symptoms and causes of A-Fib, early diagnosis, and recent advances in treatment. Dr. Daniel van Buren, Cardiologist, from the New England Heart Institute at Androscoggin […]
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Androscoggin Valley Hospital hosts Long COVID support group
BERLIN, N.H. — Starting Wednesday, February 22, members of the Berlin community who are dealing with the long-term health effects of COVID-19 are invited to participate in a Long COVID Support Group hosted by Androscoggin Valley Hospital’s (AVH) Rehabilitation Services department. Heather Alnwick, PT, DPT, and Katie Werbeck, MS, CCC-SLP, will host the in-person (and […]
USDA announces additional assistance for dairy farmers
NATION — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the details of additional assistance for dairy producers, including a second round of payments through the Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program (PMVAP) and a new Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP). The update to PMVAP and the new ODMAP will enable USDA to better support […]
Foothills Community Food Calendar
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Mt. Washington Valley Adult Day Center introduces music program
CENTER CONWAY, NH — Thanks to a generous grant of $10,000 from the Goldberg Foundation, The Mount Washington Valley Adult Day Center is now working with Mountain Top Music Center to expand therapeutic music programs at the center. Debbie Meader, program manager for the ADC says: “We are very excited to be able to offer […]
SeniorsPlus February class offerings
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in February. Classes are held in person at its Lewiston, Wilton, or Norway locations; online; or hybrid. Classes are free unless noted. Locations are fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment is available upon request. For more information or to register, call 207-795-4010 or visit seniorsplus.org. SeniorsPlus is pleased […]
Grant proposals invited from Oxford County nonprofits
STATE — Nonprofit organizations in Oxford County may be eligible for grants from the Maine Community Foundation’s (MaineCF) Community Building Grant Program. The grant program invests in local projects and organizations that help build strong communities. Last year nine Oxford County nonprofit organizations were awarded grants totaling $59,278. The Community Building Grant Program supports efforts […]
First Universalist chicken pie sale
WEST PARIS — The First Universalist Church of West Paris is planning a fundraiser to savor during what is typically our coldest time of the year. It’s comfort food, and we could probably all use a little of that! The chicken pie sale started two years ago, and because of its great success, we’re doing […]
‘To Your Health’ Senior College program
BETHEL — “A-Fib: Old Questions – New Answers” Senior College Program will be held on February 2. Daniel van Buren, MD, Board Certified Cardiologist, will discuss “Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib), Old Questions – New Answers” on Thursday, February 2, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Congregational Church, Bethel. The snow date is February 9. Dr. […]