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This ‘n That

Supper CASCO — The Casco Village Church, United Church of Christ is hosting our annual ‘Let it Snow’ Saturday Night Supper on Saturday, January 27 from 4:30-6 p.m. This month’s dinner will feature casseroles, hotdogs, baked beans, salads, and homemade desserts! It’s only $12 for adults, and $5 for children 8 and under. The church […]

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Winter programs offer something for everyone

  NORWAY — Embark on an adventure-filled winter with Western Foothills Land Trust’s lineup of programs for 2024. Nestled in the picturesque landscape of western Maine, their programs and events offer a perfect blend of outdoor excitement, skill-building, and community engagement. From exhilarating Nordic ski clinics to heart-pounding biathlon races, family-friendly ski days, and moonlit […]

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LEA Winter Twig ID workshop set

BRIDGTON — Winter Twig ID Workshop 1 – 3 p.m., January 28 Maine Lake Science Center, 51 Willett Rd, Bridgton Join LEA staff for a hands-on workshop on winter tree identification. The program will include a short walk outside followed by an overview of twig, bud and bark identification inside the science center. Participants will […]

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Grants available to Oxford County nonprofits

PORTLAND & ELLSWORTH — 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. In 2023, 10 Oxford County nonprofit organizations were awarded grants totaling $68,610. The Community Building Grant Program […]

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Paris Parks and Rec. is growing

PARIS — The Town of Paris Parks & Recreation Dept. is growing. It is expanding its programs for all ages to offer new, entertaining, and enriching activities and events in 2024. The new person leading up the Recreation Department, KC Christensen, is hearing from many locals, especially isolated seniors, who want to get out of […]

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CASA to hold March training

STATE — Interested in advocating for the best interests of a child? The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program is holding its spring training for volunteer advocates on March 11-15. This free, five-day training is designed to prepare attendees for certification as volunteer guardians ad litem (GALs) in Maine child protection cases. Trainees may […]