LISBON — Recently, the 13th annual Maine Credit Unions’ Ending Hunger Walking Tour made a stop in Lisbon, one of nine communities in Androscoggin and Oxford Counties that was visited. Brenda Davis, one of the state’s leading ending hunger advocates, has been partnering with Maine’s credit unions to coordinate the Ending Hunger Walking Tour for […]
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Adult ed offers class gift certificates
TURNER — Not sure what to get your family member or friend for Christmas? Why not a gift certificate from MSAD 52 Adult Education? MSAD 52 Adult Education Gift Certificates are the perfect gift solution.Whether a graduation, retirement or birthday present, stocking stuffer or just a nice way to show ongoing support of the adult […]
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Androscoggin Grange presents Lifetime Community Service Award to Mary Casper
GREENE — On Oct. 19, at the Androscoggin Grange’s annual Variety Show at the Grange Hall, new Grange Master Byron Boyington presented Mary Casper, director of the show, with a “Lifetime Outstanding Community Service Award.” Casper is the sister of long-time Grange officer, and assistant director of the show, Janice Brewer. They are both residents […]
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Turner: Adult Education offers classes, equivalency tests
TURNER — MSAD 52 Adult & Community Education still has a few classes left on their fall schedule. Sign up now for the remaining choices. Meet Your Guardian Angel: Here is a relaxing invitation to meet your guardian angel in this class on Dec. 3. Receive guidance and support from your angel, leaving you with […]
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Franklin County deputy injured when Greene man attacks him in Kingfield
KINGFIELD — A Franklin County deputy was injured early Sunday when a Greene man slammed him to the ground, Sheriff Scott Nichols Sr. said Monday. Deputy Andrew Morgan was grabbed from behind while processing Tyler Poland’s father, Daniel Poland, on a charge of drunken driving, Nichols said. Tyler Poland, 28, was arrested on a felony […]
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Roddy arrested in Leeds following nine-count indictment
AUBURN — Bud Madrid Roddy, 40, was arrested Wednesday at his home in Leeds just hours after a grand jury indicted him charges that included reckless conduct with a firearm, assault and endangering the welfare of a child. He was being held Wednesday night at the Androscoggin County Jail in Auburn without bail, pending his […]
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Fortin retires after 35 years on the job
RUMFORD — Darlene Fortin’s flexibility and dedication during her 35 years as secretary at Regional School Unit 10’s Pennacook Learning Center has earned her many accolades from her supervisor. “She’s been my right arm. She’s amazing. We’re really going to miss her,” Richard Greene, director of the day treatment facility, said. Fortin, 55, retires from […]
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Greene church announces name change
GREENE — The Universalist Church of Greene is announcing a name change to The Greene Christian Community Church. This new name is to let people know what the church is all about. “We are a Christian church worshipping Jesus and preaching the cross,” said Pastor Edmond Wurpel, pastor of the church. Because of the church’s […]
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SAD 52 Adult Education announces classes
TURNER — SAD 52 Adult and Community Education of Turner, Leeds and Greene has many upcoming classes that start the week of Oct. 27. Tumbling Session 2: Tiny Tots is an intro class to basic mat skills in a structured environment emphasizing stretching, flexibility, strength, control and fun. Beginner to Advanced classes are for cheerleaders, […]