An Old Town man pleaded guilty last week to robbery charges in US District Court in Bangor. Richard Moloney, 42, pleaded guilty to interfering with commerce by robbery and bank robbery. The charges arose from the robbery of the County Road Market in Milford and a Bangor Savings Bank branch located in Orono in June. […]
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Forum to seek input on use of property near schools
The Town of Orono invites residents to be part of a discussion about whether, and how, the public property that lies between Johnny Mack Brook, Mainewood Street and Gilbert Street should be used and maintained in the future. The meeting will be held on Thursday, October 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers […]
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New era in UMaine men's basketball begins with Richard Barron at the helm
University of Maine forward Andrew Fleming (0) works on shooting during the team’s first basketball practice of the 2018-2019 season. The team is back with a new head coach this year, Richard Barron, who used to be the coach of the women’s basketball team. (Brianna Soukup/Portland Press Herald) ORONO — “Finish strong.” Richard Barron stood […]
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Helen C. Alden
LEWISTON — Helen C. Alden, 92, of Lewiston died Saturday, Aug. 18, at Russell Park Manor. She was born in Lewiston on Nov. 11, 1925, a daughter of the late Stanley and Mary (Chorzempa) Cholewa. She was educated in local schools and graduated from Lewiston High School. Helen married her true love, Gerald S. Alden, on […]
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University of Maine announces dean's list
ORONO — The University of Maine has announced the dean’s list for the spring semester of 2018. Local students named to the list include: Androscoggin County Auburn: Alexis Bellefleur, Sophie Charest, Cameron Dubay, Sarah Hammond, Emily Hayes, Kaylee Jipson, Taylor Landry, Jordan Lau, Dylan Miller, Emma Paradie, Hadley Wallace and Jake Willows. Durham: Tatum Erlandson, […]
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Area students interning with state, municipal governments
ORONO — The Maine Government Summer Internship Program opened its 2018 session May 29 with 55 students interning with the state and with municipal governments. Local interns include: • Rebecca Archer of Gray, who attends the University of Maine, is a Community Development Office intern with the Town of Gray; • Emily Buell of Otisfield, who […]
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Spruce Mountain High School team places first at state Windstorm challenge
Spruce Mountain High School’s Windstorm Challenge student team take first place at the Kleinschmidt Windstorm Challenge at the University of Maine on May 18 in Orono. The competition requires students to build a wind turbine platform that floats and supports the turbine so it stays vertical without tipping over in waves and wind. The students […]
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Area youth win top awards at Maine National History Day
ORONO — At Maine National History Day, 261 students from 30 middle and high schools showcased exhibits, papers, websites, documentaries and performances based on their original research on Saturday, April 7, at the University of Maine. The 173 entries in the statewide contest are the most since the event began to be hosted at the University […]
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Students invited to follow researcher
ORONO — What do green crabs, ducks and crab traps have in common? How do scientists make sure data they collect are accurate? What is an invasive species and how can it be identified? University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H invites grades kindergarten to 12 students from Maine and beyond to explore the science of […]
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Geoff Low to become Orono's fire chief
ORONO — Auburn Fire Chief Geoff Low has been named chief of the Orono Fire Department, starting April 30, Town Manager Sophie Wilson said. Low, of Minot, has been a member of the Auburn department for about 24 years, starting as a paramedic. He was appointed chief nearly two years ago. Wilson said Low brings a […]