FARMINGTON FALLS — Although July doesn’t come for a few more months, it is never too early to start planning ahead. The Farmington Falls Fire Co., Inc. has set the date for their annual Yard Sale and Chicken Barbecue. It will be on the second Saturday which is July 11, 2020, taking place on Philbrick […]

FARMINGTON — Mission at the Eastward (MATE) Housing Ministry, headquartered at the Fairbanks Union Church, brings volunteer mission teams from all over the northeast who come to western Maine to share their talents and caring with area homeowners, who without assistance with labor and/or materials, would be unable to make needed repairs and maintenance to […]

FARMINGTON — Have you always wanted to write a grant but did not know where to start? Do you have some grant writing experience but could benefit from new information and collaborating with your peers? United Way is excited to collaborate with University of Maine Professor, Karen Barrett, PhD to offer a unique opportunity to […]

WILTON — St. Luke’s Episcopal Church on 59 High Street in Wilton, at the corner of High and School Streets. For more information, please call the church office at 645-2639 or go to www.stlukeswilton.org. Holy week services are as follows: Palm Sunday service, April 5 at 9:30 a.m. Maundy Thursday, April 9 Dinner at 5 […]

There were several Lion dignitaries present at the celebration from District officers and club officers representing 10 different clubs throughout the state.

AUGUSTA  — On Friday, March 27 the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services (MBVS), in collaboration with the VA Maine Healthcare System, will host a recognition ceremony for Vietnam Veterans. The ceremony will take place at the Augusta Armory from 1 to 4 p.m. The ceremony will be held in observance of National Vietnam War Veterans […]

PHILLIPS  — On Saturday, March 7, at 6 p.m., a “Hemp Round Table” will be held at the Phillips Area Community Center on Depot Street in Phillips. Special guest John Black of Wilton, founder, president, and CEO of New England Hemp Institute (NEHI), will lead the discussion and answer questions. According to its website, NEHI […]

REGION — Be informed about the Coronavirus and call your provider if flu-like symptoms develop. Take precautions to guard against infection. Such as: Get a flu shot, keep your hands clean by washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, avoid touching your […]

REGION — The Very Basics Fund is comprised of funds that have been raised or donated by individuals or businesses that specifically support basic needs such as food, fuel, or shelter. Donors do not typically designate to a specific organization, letting United Way determine the distribution of these funds. Applicants must be non-profit organizations (schools, […]

PHILLIPS — On Saturday, March 14, at the Phillips Area Community Center (PACC) on Depot Street, the annual Luck O’ the Irish Night will feature “music that will set your feet to dancing”. Dona Whittemore and Friends will offer “a lively medley of classic country and rock”. Performing with Dona, a favorite hometown girl, will be […]