LEWISTON — A highlighted activity at the women’s center in January will be a special presentation on Thursday morning, Jan. 12, about the history of the group’s building. Originally an orphanage run by the Sisters of Charity called the Healy Asylum, it is now being renovated. Marguerite Stapleton will share stories and photos from her […]
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Auburn councilors open door to sharing manager with Lewiston
AUBURN — City councilors could entertain the idea of sharing a top manager with Lewiston, they said Thursday. “I think it’s a conversation we should have in earnest, because a lot of people are asking for it,” said Ward 3 Councilor Mary LaFontaine. “People have approached me and said they think it’s a good idea. […]
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Playing at Guthries
Veteran fiddler/teacher Greg Boardman, founder of the Maine Fiddle Camp, will play with his sons, Aidan and Isaac, at She Doesn’t Like Guthries on Friday, Jan. 6. Greg has been an inspiration for fiddlers throughout Maine over the last three decades, and has performed in folk venues across the state. Isaac, a resident of Portland, […]
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Used needles, sharps should be disposed of properly
LIVERMORE FALLS — People disposing of used hypodermic needles, lancets and other sharp medical objects should put them in a puncture-proof, leak-proof container that is taped shut and clearly marked “Do Not Recycle,” officials advise. Town Manager Kristal Flagg said the town doesn’t want these types of materials disposed of at the transfer station but […]
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New England book fest recognizes Lewiston author
BOSTON — The New England Book Festival has announced the winners of its book awards and several Maine authors and publishers associated with the Maine Writers & Publishers Alliance have made the list. Maureen Stanton of Georgetown won the coveted first-place award in the general nonfiction category for her book “Killer Stuff and Tons of […]
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Wellness center holding fundraiser breakfast
LEWISTON — The Wellness and Recovery Center will hold a pancake/French toast breakfast from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8, at 100 Pine St. The center is a local nonprofit organization that promotes the health and wellness of the citizens of Androscoggin county who experience a mental illness by providing recovery-oriented programs and […]
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D. Robitaille: We need more of this quality
I volunteer at many arts and concert venues in the Lewiston and Auburn area and seldom have I enjoyed anything more than the Phyzgig event at the Schaeffer Theatre on the Bates College campus. I volunteered to work at both performances on Dec. 31, and it was a packed house both times. Kudos to L/A […]
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LIVE HOCKEY ARCHIVE: St. Dom’s vs. Thornton Academy, 1/4/12
Did you miss Wednesday’s live hockey broadcast of the St. Dom’s/Thornton Academy contest at sunjournal.com? Did you go to the game and want to see it over again? Or maybe you were away from a computer and couldn’t see it? Here’s your chance! Click on the video below to get started!
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LIVE HOCKEY ARCHIVE: Lewiston vs. Falmouth, 1/4/12
Did you miss Wednesday’s live hockey broadcast of the Lewiston/Falmouth contest at sunjournal.com? Did you go to the game and want to see it over again? Or maybe you were away from a computer and couldn’t see it? Here’s your chance! Click on the video below to get started!
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CMMC offering wellness programs
LEWISTON — Central Maine Medical Center’s Wellness Solutions is offering the following programs beginning Jan. 9. Ballroom Dance Workshop: Learn to dance a smooth tango and review the zesty Cha Cha. This session is for those who have had a previous basic class in Cha Cha. Come with a partner for a fun night out. […]