SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Airman Breah L. Erdmann, Air Force Airman Charles R. Cooper and Air National Guard Airman Sara L. Theriault graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base. Theriault is the daughter of Christine Theriault of Bean Street, Livermore, and niece of Melissa Gauthier of Rosewood Lane, Sabattus. She is […]
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Southern New Hampshire University president’s list
Manchester, N.H. — The following students have been named to the president’s list for the fall 2012 semester at Southern New Hampshire University. Auburn: Amanda Cullen, Bachelor of Arts in creative writing and English; Corrie Bernatchez, Bachelor of Arts in psychology; Daniel Warner, Bachelor of Arts in communication. Bridgton: Jennifer Laurent, Bachelor of Arts in […]
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‘Breadbasket of New England’ BRUNSWICK — Vital Connections, a mid-coast citizen group, will present a forum titled, “Maine: Breadbasket of New England?” at 6 p.m. Friday, March 1, at the Pilgrim House, First Parish Church, 9 Cleaveland St. Tom Settlemire of Brunswick is the featured speaker. He will be followed by three commentators, Esther Lacognata […]
Sabattus man accused of sexually assaulting girl
SABATTUS — A High Street man was in the county jail Thursday accused of sexually abusing a girl over a period of four years beginning when she was 9 years old. A church youth worker helped lead police to 33-year-old Michael Gagnier, of 20 High St., who was arrested Tuesday in Lewiston on a charge […]
Dobbins celebrates 80 years as Eastern Star member
SABATTUS — On Dec. 16, the Worthy Matron of Lakeside Chapter 60, Order of the Eastern Star Sonia Woodrum and secretary Violet Gerber visited with Life Member Sister Thelda Dobbins at her home. She was presented with an 80-year pin in celebration of her accomplishment of completing 80 years as a member of the Eastern […]
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First Auburn Valentine party AUBURN — The First Auburn Seniors will hold a Valentine party on Wednesday, Feb. 20. Tickets are $5. Thirty-one members attended the Jan. 2 meeting. Pot of Gold winners were Pat Donohue, George Herrick and Lucy Cowles. Attendance winners were Nancy Roy and Mary Tassineri. Special drawings were won by Alta […]
D. Brooks and A. Ward: Stopping crime through education
As local chiefs of police, we would like to share our thoughts on the recent Maine business leaders’ report that shows how high-quality early education helps our economy (Jan. 30). These programs also help keep our communities safe, and reduce later crime. In addition to the positive education and career outcomes discussed by the business […]
Well done – students honored
WORCESTER, Mass. — The following local residents were among 1,337 students from Worcester Polytechnic Institute named to the university’s dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2012 semester. Olivia Doane of Durham, a senior majoring in biomedical engineering. Emily Johnson of Gray, a senior majoring in biochemistry. Neil Pomerleau of Auburn, a senior majoring […]