The 61st class reunion of Lewiston High School’s class of 1961 was held Sept. 24 and 25 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Auburn. On Sept. 24 a luncheon was held, and a breakfast on Sept. 25. Bill Libby took the responsibility of organizing and presiding over this milestone. Attendees were addressed by Johnathan Radtke, […]
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Wilton woman named Miss World Ambassador 2022
A panel of judges chose Maine native Valerianne Hinkley as the 2022 (Division) World Ambassador on July 30. The crowning took place at the Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor, Florida. The national pageant was livestreamed to thousands of viewers from around the world. Hinkley, 20, of Wilton, is a junior at the University of Maine […]
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Community Little Theater honors volunteers
Several Community Little Theatre stalwarts were honored at an annual meeting held recently at the theater. Honored as the 2022 recipient of the President’s Award was Sarah Chaloux, in recognition of her contributions to the theater, such as serving as house manager, show producer, assistant director, and assistant stage manager. Recognized with CLT Volunteer of […]
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Winthrop student graduates from Baylor University
WACO, Texas — Bryanna Lee Fox of Winthrop graduated Aug. 13 from Baylor University with a Master of Social Work degree from the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work. Check out other upcoming area events!
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Local students named peer advisors at Western New England University
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Two local students have been named peer advisors for the 2022-23 academic year at Western New England University. Brianne Dube of Lewiston is working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in health studies. Kaila Mank of Raymond is working toward a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree in entrepreneurship. Peer advisors […]
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Fryeburg Academy students recognized for academic achievement
Fryeburg Academy student May Ki-ok “May” Shin has been named a semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program, and fellow student Kyungyoon “Yuna” Lee has been named a commended student.High school juniors entered the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2021 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. According to the College Board, more […]
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SNAPSHOT: Hebron society honors, bids farewell to president
Hebron Historical Society President Raymond Glover, at right, recently received an appreciation certificate from Vice President Robert Swift, left, for his six years presiding over the organization as well as being the main archivist, spending many hours inputting data into the computer records. He also performed as the main researcher for visiting customers during the […]
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Danville Grange recognizes 2022-23 officers
Maine State Grange Chief Deputy Mary Chapman installed officers Sept. 15 at Danville Junction, Grange No. 65, for the year 2022-23. Officers included Treasurer Jim Lashua, Ceres Ruby Bryant, Overseer Kenneth Footer, Executive Board member Betty Young, C.W.A. Pat Thomas, Master Maynard Chapman and Executive Board member Frank Thomas. Also, Gatekeeper David Young, Steward Steven […]
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Western Governors University recognizes 4 local students
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Four local students have earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University. Kira Sorumeito of Auburn earned one at the university’s Teachers College. Marcey Crosskill of Auburn earned one at the university’s College of Business. Dan Trzeciak of Raymond earned one at the university’s College of Business. Jacqueline Schmitz of […]
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Local students make Simmons University dean’s list
BOSTON — Four local students have been named to the 2022 spring semester dean’s list at Simmons University. They are Hannah Groves of Durham, Leah Bonis of Hebron, and Hamdi Dakane and Jordyn Rubin, both of Lewiston. To qualify for dean’s list status, undergraduate students must obtain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher, […]