REGION — The Hight Family of Dealerships still plans to host their 2nd Annual First Responder Barbecue, but due to COVID they have been forced to adapt their plan. Last year, the Hights started the tradition of honoring local first responders by hosting a barbecue at their dealerships. “We wanted to find a way to […]
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Farmington library book sale set
The Farmington Public Library is holding a book sale on Saturday, October 31, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The sale will be hosted outdoors by the main entrance to the library, and you determine the price by simply making a donation for the books you want. We ask that all customers wear masks and practice social […]
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Couple celebrates 65 years
WILTON – Donald and Louise Oakes of Wilton were honored by their seven children and spouses on their 65th anniversary September 13 at LaFleur’s restaurant in Jay. Mr Oakes and the former Louise “Dolly” Cornelio were married September 17, 1955 in Riley at Saint Mary’s Assumption Catholic Church by the Reverend William Kelly. Attached was […]
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‘No Bail…Go Directly to Jail!’ results
FARMINGTON — Here are the results…the three ‘perps’ with the most donations include: · Kendra Baker ($645) · Angela Pinkham ($350) · Eddie Hastings ($300) Each will be picked up in a cruiser, transported, and tossed in the clink for an hour this week, so be sure to swing by Big Lots! Scheduled jail time […]
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Free series for parents, caregivers of young children
ORONO – University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Maine Families will offer a four-week series for parents and caregivers of young children from 9–10 a.m. every Thursday from Oct. 29 to Nov. 19. This virtual coffee break, hosted by UMaine Extension Waldo County parent education professional Alicia Greenlaw, offers an informal way to connect with other […]
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Protect against browntail moth hairs during fall cleanup
AUGUSTA — The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), Maine Forest Service (MFS), and 211 Maine remind the public to take precautions against browntail moth exposure, as fall cleanup activities and dry weather can exacerbate the public health risks they pose. Browntail moth hairs in the environment can get stirred up during fall yardwork. […]
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Hannaford teaches kids about healthy eating
SCARBOROUGH — Hannaford Supermarkets today introduced a new way for children to learn about the importance of health and wellness and the building blocks of healthy eating habits with the launch of the Hannaford Snack Pals website and app. HannafordSnackPals.com is a new kid-friendly website featuring interactive games, activities, videos and recipes for the whole family. The Hannaford […]
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Western Mountains Baptist Church
NEW PORTLAND –The congregation at the Western Mountains Baptist Church recently learned that Pastor Tom DuBois and wife, Betsy, received the distinguished Aubrey and Peggy Jones award. Each year pastors and their spouses are invited to attend a weekend long encouragement retreat to be renewed and refreshed and to make connections with other spiritual leaders […]
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Thinking about how to stay warm this winter?
REGION — United Way of the Tri-Valley Area is honored to continue offering the Community Energy Challenge. The Community Energy Challenge (CEC) is a Franklin and Northern Androscoggin County volunteer-led winterization initiative designed to help families save money on heating costs. A simple, low-cost strategy of interior window panels keeps heat inside homes during the […]
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More adult education offerings
FARMINGTON — More offerings from the Franklin County Adult Education program. Please call 207-778-3460 for more information. American Sign Language (ASL) Beginning Oct 20 – Nov 24,Tue from 6 – 7 p.m. ASL with Stephanie Ward – $45 – Location: 129 Seamon Road, Suite A. This course is for those who have never taken an […]