It takes more than a spooky noise, a flicker of light, a hushed voice or a curtain moving in a chilly draft or air to make an authentic ghost story. It has to stand the test of time and scrutiny of numerous non-believers. Of course, the closer we get to Halloween, the more commonplace these […]
Hebron
Vote passes to review Gateway Park bid
LEWISTON — The Finance Committee suspended a rule in order to allow a lone bidder to pursue a contract for improvements to Simard-Payne Memorial Park, provided that they lower the cost. The bid, submitted by J. Pratt Construction of Hebron, was initially rejected by the Finance Committee in September, citing a rule requiring more than […]
Program detailed history of female physicians
Next Historical Society meeting is Oct. 22 HEBRON — Researcher and author Annette Vance Dorey recently briefed the Hebron Historical Society on the history of early female physicians in Maine. Initially there was inherent resistance toward allowing women into most medical schools. Those who were allowed could not get degrees but could only gain classroom […]
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LHS vying for safe-driving grant LEWISTON —As part of National Teen Driver Safety Week, Oct. 18-26, Lewiston High School has registered for “CelebrateMyDrive.” Community members are asked to make safe driving commitments. The 100 schools receiving the most safe driving commitments at the end of the designated week will win a grant. To make a […]
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Harvest ham supper Oct. 18 AUBURN — A harvest ham supper, including all homemade desserts, will be served from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, at American Legion Post 31, 426 Washington St. Cost is $7 for adults; $4 for children under 12. The public is welcome. Walk to Remember for baby loss LEWISTON […]
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Smithfield Plantation board LITCHFIELD — Smithfield Plantation board of directors meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the Litchfield Town Office. Monmouth Garden Club MONMOUTH — “Five Secrets of Making a Pumpkin Arrangement” will be presented by Valerie Dawes, master flower designer, at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, at Cumston Hall’s […]
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March against biotech foods PORTLAND — On National Food Day, Saturday, Oct. 12, a peaceful march against biotech GMO foods will be held at 2 p.m. in Market Square. There will be a GMO-free picnic before the rally. For more information locate March Against Monsanto-World Food Day Portland ME on Facebook. To coordinate car-pool help, […]
Gloria V. Leask
1925 – 2013 AUBURN — Gloria V. Leask, 87, of Marshall Pond Road, Hebron, and formerly of Middle Road in Dresden, passed away Saturday, Sept. 14, at Clover Health Center. She was born in Portland on Oct. 10, 1925, a daughter of Mildred Emma Littlejohn. She attended Winthrop schools and graduated from Cony High School […]
SWOAM hosting meeting at Hebron tree farm
HEBRON — Managing a new forest will be the topic of a meeting of the Western Maine chapter of the Small Woodland Owners Association of Maine on Saturday. It will be held at the registered Tree Farm of Laurie Huntress and Josh Hounsell on the Collins Farm Road, starting at 9 a.m. While many previous […]
Church briefs
Rev. Sallies will lead service PARIS — The Rev. Robert Sallies will lead the worship service at the First Universalist Church on Pine Street on Sept. 15. The 10 a.m. service welcomes all and is followed by coffee, conversation and fellowship. Music is under the direction of Donnal Hurd and Sunday School is under the […]