NATION — The American Contract Bridge League and Alzheimer’s Association are partnering again on the LONGEST DAY to raise money for Alzheimer’s research. Bridge tournaments will take place all over the US and Canada. All games will be played online. In Maine we are having two games on Sunday, June 21. One at 12:30 and […]
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West Paris Historical Society cancels meetings
WEST PARIS — The West Paris Historical Society is sorry to announce that due to the severity of regulations on holding public meetings due to Covid-19 that it is canceling all meetings until further notice. Should anyone wish to get into the museum for any reason, call Diana Abbott at 515-1998.
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Webinar on school, community gardens accessibility June 16
ORONO — Maine AgrAbility and the Maine CITE Coordinating Center will host a free webinar on accessibility for school and community gardens from 1–2 p.m., EDT, June 16. Webinar topics will focus on planning community and school gardens for users of all ages and abilities, including the use of adaptive garden tools. The webinar is […]
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Norway library offers parking lot pickup
Norway Memorial Library is now offering Parking Lot Pickup of library materials. During this time, people may request items from the library?s collection using the online catalog, email, or phone. To use the Minerva online library catalog, click the link from the library’s website at www.norway.lib.me.us and place holds on items owned by Norway Memorial […]
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National nonprofit announces first Maine chair
AUGUSTA — State Funeral for World War II Veterans is pleased to announce Todd Schultz, West Point graduate and recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross and three Bronze Stars, has been named the Founding Chairman in Maine. In September of 2017, State Funeral for World War II Veterans, launched a nationwide petition to convince the […]
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Drive through church suppers planned
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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Waterford author to discuss new book
HARRISON — Robert Spencer of Waterford will read from and talk about his new book, Prospects, on Wednesday, June 17 at 1:00 p.m., via a Zoom discussion hosted by Harrison Village Library. Based on the life of Clarence Potter, a Canadian miner who moved to Maine in 1897 to make his fortune in the mines […]
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Yoga in the garden
PARIS — Join Erin Girzone for an outdoor yoga experience in the garden. While surrounded by natural beauty and drawing on the energy of the outdoors, learn how conscious breathing and mindful movement are valuable self care tools. The practice is suitable for everyone. To reserve a space, contact McLaughlin Gardens at [email protected]. Classes will […]
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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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Western Maine nonprofits receive $55,000 in grants
PORTLAND — Several organizations in Western Maine have just received grants from the John T. Gorman Foundation: • The Progress Center, Oxford ($15,000): To provide general operating support. • MaineHealth – Healthy Community Coalition, Farmington ($25,000): To provide emergency food bags to low-income, food-insecure residents in Franklin County through visits to medical practices, a mobile […]