BETHEL — The Bethel Rotary Club was a sponsor of the Mahoosuc Land Trust’s recent Monarch Festival. The club also agreed to do the grilling and food serving at the festival, which was a huge success. Pictured here are Rotarian Pat Roma and his wife Joyce and Rotarian Brenda Blond enjoying the work and being […]
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Efficiency Maine announces funding for rural EV charging
STATE — A new initiative from Efficiency Maine will further expand the coverage of the state’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure by supporting installation of public EV chargers in rural communities. This is the first of a series of planned EV charging infrastructure incentives from Efficiency Maine using $8 million allocated by Governor Mills’ Maine […]
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Extension program opens Maine farmer wellness fund
STATE — Applications for the Maine Farmer Wellness Fund are now available online and by phone for Maine farmers and farm workers through Sept. 30. Made possible through the Maine Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN), individuals can apply for up to $500 to support their wellness needs. Farmer wellness is broadly defined and […]
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A Family for ME event
STATE — Join A Family for ME on September 13 from 6-8 p.m. for a live, virtual conversation about becoming a foster/adoptive parent in Maine. Foster and adoptive parents will be joining professionals to answer your questions about the different ways to provide care for teenagers, including respite and emergency care. If you’ve ever considered […]
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The big catch
BETHEL — Randy Thurston was in his early 20s when he started fishing for striped bass. Earlier this month he landed the sport’s holy grail – a leviathan measuring more than 50 inches and weighing roughly 45 pounds. “I’ve fished for these fish just about every way possible,” Thurston posted on Facebook, “from flies and […]
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BETHEL — Randy Thurston was in his early 20s when he started fishing for striped bass. Earlier this month he landed the sport’s holy grail – a leviathan measuring more than 50 inches and weighing roughly 45 pounds. “I’ve fished for these fish just about every way possible,” Thurston posted on Facebook, “from flies and […]
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MaineCF grants available for leaders of color
STATE — Nonprofit leaders of color may be eligible for grants from the Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF). MaineCF’s Investing in Leaders of Color grant program supports nonprofit leaders of color and their organizations. The program provides one-on-one coaching, a stipend for professional development and operating costs, and networking opportunities. The applicant must be a person […]
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Briefs
Gold event BETHEL — On Sept 3 at 11 a.m. on the Bethel Common, the annual Maine goes Gold event will bring awareness to kids fighting cancer in a fun, community-loving way. The event is free, thanks to donations, and there will be kids’ games, face painting, crafts, Superheroes, and live music; food is available […]