WEST PARIS — Selectmen have authorized Town Manager John White to negotiate a payment plan with two former property owners to buy back their homes. The agreement requires the residents to pay back the entirety of their taxes, plus interest and fees owed to the town over a 17-month period. At the selectmen’s meeting Thursday […]
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Well done – Student achievements
CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. — Anna C. Snook of Auburn received a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude from Boston College at its 138th commencement on May 19. Snook, who majored in sociology and environmental studies, is the daughter of Cathy and Ed Snook, and a graduate of Cheverus High School. — NASHVILLE — Meghan […]
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Vendor fair benefits Canton man AUBURN — A benefit Sweet Summertime Vendor/Craft Fair and Raffle will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 19, at Norway Savings Bank Arena, behind Shaw’s Supermarket. More crafters and vendors are welcomed. Contact Stephanie Bates by visiting www.facebook.com/stephanie.bates.7773 or call 207-740-3382. The event will benefit Alan […]
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Returned Purple Heart unites family
HARRISON — When Saundra Skiesgelas found the Purple Heart in her aunt’s apartment in New Hampshire more than a decade ago, she didn’t know defying her relatives’ wishes would bring her family closer together. Her aunt, Genevieve Guidi, told her to get rid of the medal — a Purple Heart awarded to a World War […]
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CMMC nursing, radiography students graduate
LEWISTON — The Central Maine Medical Center College of Nursing and Health Professions recently graduated 32 nursing and 19 radiography students. Local graduates receiving awards are as follows. CMMC Medical Staff Awards for Excellence in Nursing: Jamie Berube of South Paris for medical nursing; Shannon Leydon of Bridgton, surgical nursing; Hashim Abdinasir of Auburn, obstetrical […]
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Local students earn degrees from the University of Vermont
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The following local students were awarded bachelor’s degrees during the University of Vermont’s 213th commencement ceremonies on May 18. James Coolidge of Poland Spring, Bachelor of Science in civil engineering, College of Engineering & Math Sciences. Indigo James of Denmark, Bachelor of Arts, gender sexuality and women’s studies, College of Arts & […]
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Pint-sized: Harrison brewer content to stay small amid industry expansion
HARRISON — Tucked away in the western foothills, Lee Margolin doesn’t mind watching the brewing industry race around him. Brewer and sole proprietor of Lake Pennesseewassee Brewing Co., Margolin’s attitude toward the statewide explosion in breweries led by Portland and points south flows against the industry’s conventional wisdom demanding expansion. “A lot of breweries have visions of […]
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New ‘Superhero Half-Mile Dash’ kicks off July 9
HARRISON — The new Superhero Half-Mile Dash will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at the Harrison Town Office, 20 Front St., for children ages 2-10. This is a fundraiser race; all proceeds go directly to the different children’s programs that the Parks and Recreation Department offers. It is being held the same […]
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VFW Auxiliary plans pie sale HARRISON — The Harrison VFW Ladies Auxiliary 9328 will be selling their delicious homemade pies in front of the Harrison Village Library on Saturday, June 28, beginning at 8:30 a.m. until sold out or 12:30 p.m., whichever comes first. Pies will be sold for $12 each and donation are also […]
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Harrison Rec. plans trip to Cabbage Island
HARRISON — A trip to Boothbay Harbor/Cabbage Island is being sponsored by Harrison Parks and Rec. The trip will take place on Monday, Aug. 11. The cost of $80 includes coach bus, boat and meal. The cost for Harrison residents is $73. A $30 nonrefundable (after Aug. 1) deposit is due at sign up and […]