FARMINGTON — Michael Damiani, DO, has joined the care team at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital as a surgeon. Dr. Damiani received his medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford followed by a rural general surgery residency at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, New York, a renowned program that is specifically designed […]

FARMINGTON — The Farmington Public Library will be hosting a presentation by Maine Forest Service Entomologist Colleen Teerling on the topic of the invasive emerald ash borer and how it is affecting the ash tree population in Maine. The discussion will take place on Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. in the Holman Room of the […]

MADRID – The High Peaks Alliance is thrilled to announce the recent donation of lumber by Ginni Robie of Madrid, which has enabled the creation of six Aldo Leopold benches along the Perham Stream Birding Trail. These benches, crafted with care by local builder Greg West of New Portland, are a significant enhancement to the […]

REGION — In a significant boost for Maine’s tourism sector, the Maine Office of Tourism has announced the allocation of over $1 million to eight organizations as part of the final round of the Tourism Marketing & Development Recovery Program. Among the recipients, the High Peaks Alliance was awarded $92,000. This award is a pivotal […]

FARMINGTON — The Greater Franklin Food Council is pleased to announce it has newly been recognized as a nonprofit organization. Since 2020, GFFC has been fiscally sponsored by St. Joseph’s Church. The organization embarked on the process of becoming an independent charitable organization in December 2023 and was awarded nonprofit status by the IRS in […]

FARMINGTON — On Sunday, Nov. 3, at 3 p.m. the Portland Piano Trio will perform a concert of pieces by women composers at the Nordica Auditorium in Farmington. The program includes The Scarlatti Effect for Violin, Cello and Piano by Elena Ruehr, Piano Trio in G Minor by Clara Schumann, and Color Through: Brilliant Blue […]

  FARMINGTON — The UMF Art Gallery is pleased to present its upcoming exhibit, “Bethany Engstrom: In the Works.”  Engstrom’s compelling work is on display from Oct. 31 – Dec. 13. An opening reception will be held at the gallery on the University of Maine at Farmington campus on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 4-7 p.m. […]

PORTLAND — The League of Women Voters of Maine published its easy-to-read Voter Guide, a staple publication, to be distributed across the state. The nonpartisan Voter Guide includes general information on how to vote in person or via an absentee ballot, election processes, how Ranked Choice Voting works, and sample ballots. A web version can be […]

FARMINGTON — The Farmington Public Library is hosting another Trivia Night fundraiser on Thursday, Nov. 7, at the Homestead at 6:30 p.m. The theme is current events, so brush up on recent news and come prepared to show off your knowledge. Prizes will include Farmington Public Library hats, a Farmington Public Library bag full of […]

CHESTERVILLE — The Chesterville Center Union Meeting House is once again hosting Chesterville Poetry Night, Friday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m. Local area poets are invited to read their work among a community of fellow authors and lovers of poetry. All ages and abilities are welcome. Read your poems, sit back and listen to some […]