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Historic Preservation grants available
STATE — The Maine Historic Preservation Commission is pleased to announce the opening of the 2024 Historic Preservation grant round. The Commission anticipates awarding approximately $95,000 in matching grants for Historic Preservation projects sponsored by Certified Local Governments (CLGs) and $150,000 for projects undertaken by non-profit organizations, units of government, educational entities, and state agencies. […]
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New books in Norway
NORWAY — Norway Memorial Library’s newly acquired book list, as of January 2024, includes the following titles. Fiction: Albom, Mitch – The Little Liar Cameron, Marc – Tom Clancy’s Command and Control Christenson, Kate – Welcome Home, Stranger Cook, Robin – A Manner of Death Cornwell, Patricia – Unnatural Death Deaver, Jeffery – The Watchmaker’s […]
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Overlooked valuable tax credits this tax season
STATE — At tax time, beginning January 29, hundreds of Maine people are eligible to receive federal and state Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC) and Child Tax Credits, which can provide a much-needed income boost and reduce any federal taxes owed. But, not everyone is aware of their eligibility. People who worked in 2023 could […]
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Fungi Nature Photography exhibit at library
WEST PARIS — West Paris Public Library is proud to present ‘Maine Fungi,’ an inspiring nature photography exhibit by Stephanie Emery, now through March 31. This exhibit may be enjoyed every day the library is open. Stephanie Emery is a Registered Maine Guide and owner-operator of Adventure Bus, a tour company that features hiking […]
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Oxford Hills Bridge
On Friday, February 2, the Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge Club met and announced the following winners: 1st place: Dottie Kelleher of Westbrook and Paul Kahl, also of Westbrook. 2nd place: Marta Clements of Bryant Pond and her son Bruce from N. H. 3rd place: BJ and Steve Cavicchi of Bridgton, and 4th place: Hazel Glazier […]
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Climate change and bioregional resilience in Western Maine
AREA — A virtual workshop, ‘Climate Change and Bioregional Resilience in Western Maine’ is planned for Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. The workshop will be presented by the Androscoggin River Watershed Council, featuring staff from the Center for Ecology Based Economy. To register, email [email protected] or visit the website at www.androscogginwatershed.org. For more information, contact […]
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This ‘n That
Festival OTISFIELD — On Saturday, February 10, come in from the cold and enjoy the warmth at the Soup, Chowder & Chili Fest at the East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, 231 Rayville Road in Otisfield. Lunch will be served between 11:30-1 p.m. On the menu: Dutch Split Pea Soup, Carrot Ginger Soup, Portuguese Potato & […]
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First Universalist February services
WEST PARIS — While we are solidly in the middle of winter, we can also experience the warmth of shared experiences, such as joining together to hear our guest speakers on Sundays at 9 a.m. Be inspired, enjoy the peace of opening to new ideas, and enjoy the music and words of hymns. All are […]
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Celebrate Norway with community dinner, contra dance
NORWAY — Get ready for an evening filled with food, dance, and community spirit. The Alan Day Community Garden, Fare Share Food Coop, and Western Foothills Land Trust are thrilled to invite you to a special Community Dinner and Contra Dance event. Scheduled for Friday, Feb. 16, 4-8 p.m., this gathering is not […]