Climate crisis film screening AUBURN — A free screening of “Years of Living Dangerously” at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 17, will offer the first episode of this series which tells the story of the climate crisis. The show was produced by James Cameron (“Avatar,” “Titanic”), with help from some big stars (Harrison Ford, Don Cheadle). […]
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Litchfield GOP committee to hold meet and greet
LITCHFIELD — The Litchfield Republican Committee will host a public meet and greet with candidates at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 5, at the Town Office, 2400 Hallowell Road. Candidates scheduled to attend are Bruce Poliquin, Sen. Garrett Mason, Randall Greenwood and Timothy McDonald. Poliquin, a businessman and former state treasurer under Gov. Paul LePage, is […]
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RSU 4 delays vote on privatizing bus service
WALES — After more than two hours of discussion Tuesday night, the school board delayed until next week voting on whether to privatize RSU 4 bus routes. Superintendent Jim Hodgkin said the board is expected to vote at a meeting set for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, at Oak Hill Middle School. The district is […]
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One chance to weigh in: RSU 4 to hear private busing proposal Wednesday
WALES — The RSU 4 school board is poised to consider on March 12 whether to lay off 15 regular bus drivers and outsource busing next year for annual savings that could eventually equal $190,000. It will likely be the only time for public feedback before the decision goes ahead, Superintendent Jim Hodgkin said. RSU […]
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Well done – Students honored for achievement
BRIDGEWATER, Mass. — Daniel E. Gantz of Auburn made the dean’s list at Bridgewater State University. Gantz, a graduate with the Edward Little High School class of 2012, is studying aviation science. He and his family were invited to attend Dinner with the Dean to celebrate his success on Feb. 12. — SELINSGROVE, Pa. — […]
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Maine Students named to president’s, dean’s lists at Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, N.H. — The following students achieved academic recognition for the fall 2013 semester at Southern New Hampshire University. President’s list Auburn: Jason Melanson, Bachelor of Arts in general studies. Bowdoinham: Pamela Gerry, Bachelor of Arts in creative writing and English. Bridgton: Jennifer Laurent, Bachelor of Arts in child development leadership. Brunswick: Jonathon Esquell, Bachelor […]
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Kennebec Land Trust: Open house, hike, programs set
LITCHFIELD — Kennebec Land Trust will hold the following events. The Holman Winter Hike or Snowshoe will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at the Holman Conservation Area carriage trails in Litchfield. The event is in celebration of Great Maine Outdoor Weekend. Meet Kennebec Land Trust staff and volunteers at […]
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Yeti seen in Litchfield?
LITCHFIELD — A Litchfield man claims to have seen a yeti, or Abominable Snowman, while out walking his dog last month during a brutal ice storm that left the town without power. He reported the sighting to the website Cryptozoology News: “It stopped right in front of us, looked at us, growled at my dog […]
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Donelvin ‘Don’ Irish
AUBURN — Donelvin “Don” Irish, 88, of Litchfield, passed away Sunday, Jan. 19, with family at his side. Don spent much of his lifetime working in the woods. Among his favorite pastimes were whittling, going up to camp and watching horse-pulling, all while drinking hot coffee. His spirit will live on through the lives of […]
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Rabies clinic Jan. 12 in Litchfield LITCHFIELD — A rabies clinic will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12, at the Central Fire Station, 2407 Hallowell Road. Cost is $10. Proceeds will benefit the Fuel Fund. Residents of Litchfield can also license their dogs. Chocolat! Jan. 19 benefits LMS LEWISTON — […]