Memorial services were conducted at Lewiston’s Riverside Cemetery commemorating the 148th anniversary of the Civil War Battle at Gettysburg. Pictured is the grave of Pvt. Samuel L.D. Dewelley. Dewelley was a member of the Maine 12th Infantry Volunteers Company D and was killed at Gettysburg on July 8, 1863. He was 24 years old. Pictured, […]
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Lisbon students attend Rotary induction ceremony
LISBON – Twenty members of Lisbon High School’s Community Service Club were officially sworn in as charter members of the newly formed, reorganized LHS Interact Club. The students were presented with the LHS Interact Club Charter by Lewiston-Auburn Rotary vocational service chairman, William Denehy. “Interact is a Rotary-sponsored service club for young people ages 12 […]
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Standing Up, Speaking Out memorial vigils planned
LEWISTON — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Safe Voices is hosting Standing Up, Speaking Out, a series of memorial vigils across the counties they serve. The goal of these vigils is to honor those who have lost their lives to domestic violence, offer hope to those still facing abuse and support those who […]
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NARFE to resume monthly meetings
LEWISTON — After a summer hiatus, the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association will resume their monthly meeting at the Ramada Inn at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27. A social half-hour will be followed by lunch at noon. President Richard St. Amand will conduct a business meeting after the program concentrating on old and […]
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YWCA begins swim registration
LEWISTON — The YWCA has a full schedule of swim lessons which are available mornings, afternoons, evenings and Saturday mornings. Registration is available now. Swim lessons will begin the week of Oct. 17. A special Family Magic YWorld pass is being offered; it is good for one visit for those who sign up for swim […]
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HS Girls’ Soccer: Devils earn rare win over Eddies
AUBURN — It didn’t take long for a little bit of tinkering to pay off in a big way. In her first attempt at a penalty kick in a game, sweeper Shae Godbout nearly drove the ball through the twine. In her first game on the wing after moving up from halfback, Kenzi Sullivan displayed […]
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Bereavement volunteer training planned
LEWISTON — Individuals interested in making a lasting difference in the lives of others are encouraged to join Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice to become bereavement volunteers for grieving loved ones. A 15-hour training class will begin Tuesday, Sept. 27. The class will be held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at the Androscoggin Home Care […]