Heather Pierson does what she always knew she would. Having just won a songwriting award this summer and scheduled to release her sixth CD this fall, Pierson earns her living and lives her life through music. “I guess for most people breaking through means winning ‘American Idol’ or getting a big record contract,” Pierson said. “But I’m already […]
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Warren family reunion
HEBRON — The 27th annual reunion of the Warren family was held July 15 at Hebron Pines RV and Golf Course. It was a gathering of the descendants of the late F. Milton and Verlie Warren. Two hundred five people were in attendance from Auburn, Brownfield, Buckfield, Casco, Chesterville, Gardiner, Gorham, Greene, Hebron, Hollis, Jay, […]
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Grange picnic AUBURN — Danville Junction Grange will hold its annual picnic on Thursday, Aug. 9, at the Hatch Farm, 332 Leeds Jct. Road, Wales anytime after 4 p.m. Members are asked to bring lawn chairs, their own lunches and a salad or dessert to share. A grill will be available for those wishing to […]
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C. Tobie: I am but a message
I am a gun. I am a messenger and my messages are sent by my master. They can be messages of hatred, of fear, of insanity, of undisciplined anger, of ego and lack of self-control, of criminal intent; they can be of love of country and freedom, of safe-guarding of life and property, of celebration […]
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Redneck ‘Blank’ a hit; organizer working on race for veterans
HEBRON — Fresh off a successful second year of the Redneck “Blank,” the event’s organizer has already started work on his next project: a 5K obstacle course. The Redneck “Blank” went off this past weekend mostly without incident, organizer Harold Brooks said. There were no arrests and no one transported to the hospital. “The Daily […]
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‘The Daily Show’ promises ‘Pomp and Circumstance’ for Redneck games coverage
HEBRON — The games formerly known as the “Redneck Olympics” are gearing up, with hundreds setting up campers and tents on Harold Brooks’ land and cracking open beers. This year, the Redneck “Blank” will get a big boost with coverage from “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart,” which is bringing its penchant for poking fun […]
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Hebron Academy student sweeps local photography competition
HEBRON — Mengdong Zhuang, a member of the class of 2012 at Hebron Academy, took first, second and third prize in the spring “Through the Lens” photography competition hosted by Lyceum Gallery in Lewiston. Zhuang’s “Grace” took first, while “The Trees” and “Through Gas” took second and third, respectively, setting a new precedent for the […]
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Redneck ‘Blank’ set to be bigger than last year’s ‘Olympics’
HEBRON — When the Redneck “Blank” kicks off next Friday, organizer Harold Brooks said he hopes participants will have a weekend they never forget. “I want people to leave going, ‘Oh my God, that was a lot of fun,’” he said Thursday. This year, the event formerly called the Redneck Olympics will coincide with the […]
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Potluck picnic July 24 HEBRON — All members and friends of the Hebron Historical Society are invited to its annual potluck picnic on Tuesday, July 24, starting at 6 p.m. The event will be held at the Society’s new home at 358 Paris Road. Those attending are urged to bring a dish and lawn chairs. […]