HARRISON — Say it isn’t so! No “Famous” Chicken Pie Suppers this summer? It is with deep regret and a saddened heart that the Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church in Harrison has had to make the decision to cancel our monthly Chicken Pie Suppers. Because of the Coronavirus and our concern for the health and safety […]
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Norway Center Church set to open
NORWAY — The Norway Center Church will open for summer services on August 2 with our guest minister Reverend Scott Campbell. There will be a limit of 50 in attendance and everyone is asked to wear a mask for the safety of all. Some of the pews will be cordoned off to comply with the […]
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Western Maine forestland purchased for conservation
COUNTY — The Conservation Fund announced today its purchase of 15,408 acres from Chadbourne Tree Farms, LLC in western Maine. The Fund’s acquisition is intended to protect this iconic and historic working forest landscape from fragmentation and development. It also provides time for the implementation of conservation strategies that will advance critical watershed protection for […]
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Waterford summer breakfasts cancelled
WATERFORD — It is with great regret that for the first time in 67 years, Waterford has cancelled its summer breakfasts at the Wilkins House. But in light of the Covid-19 pandemic and the need for physical distancing, neither the volunteer staff nor the facility would be able to meet the necessary guidelines. Other events at […]
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USDA issues first Coronavirus Food Assistance Program payments
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) has already approved more than $545 million in payments to producers who have applied for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. FSA began taking applications May 26, and the agency has received over 86,000 applications for this important relief […]
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Stay well, healthy and active at home!
NORWAY — Below is a listing of virtual opportunities and wellness classes offered by the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine: Post Treatment Discussion Group – 4 weeks: After cancer treatment ends, the impact of cancer on your life often continues. This group allows you to connect with others in a similar place on their journey […]
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Scribner’s Mill to open July 4
HARRISON — The Covid 19 has made a big change in all of our lives and one is the constant reminders to wear a mask and safe distance yourself at least 6’ apart. Scribner’s Mill Preservation has taken this to heart and put together a plan that was sent to Maine.gov for approval. We were […]
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Maine CASA to hold an online training
STATE — Interested in speaking up for a Maine child? The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Program is holding its fall training for volunteer advocates on August 11-14, 2020. The online, four-day training is free, and participants learn about all aspects of child advocacy. Maine CASAs are community volunteers who are appointed to serve […]
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June 30 last day to complete enrollment for AG risk coverage
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Agricultural producers who have not yet enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for 2020 must do so by June 30. Although program elections for the 2020 crop year remain the same as elections made for 2019, all producers need to contact their local USDA Farm […]
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Cemetery association meeting set
WEST PARIS — There will be a Finnish Cemetery Association meeting on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Finnish Heritage Society building, 8 Maple Street, West Paris. Reports will be given and election of officers held. All persons having connections with the cemetery are urged to attend. If you are interested in joining […]