For the state’s largest senior cribbage league, the math-happy card game is a great way to score some fun. LEWISTON — It took an hour and a half, but 96-year-old Mickie Farnum finally got a hand she liked. To a non-cribbage player, the cards appeared to be a meaningless jumble. There might have been a […]
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Friends-Ship-of-Maine of Maine lists August activities
LEWISTON — Friends-Ship-of-Maine has announced August activities. Movie night: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10, at Flagship Cinema, Auburn. Call Maddy at 207-754-0544. Miniature golf: 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at Tabers, Lake Auburn, Auburn. Call Betty at 207-475-6880. Breakfast: 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, at the Ramada Inn. Call Joanne at 207-513-9776. Friends-Ship-of-Maine is selling tickets for the […]
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Sabattus Seniors present scholarship
The winner of the Sabattus Seniors $200 scholarship is Journee Levasseur, a graduate from St. Joseph’s College in Standish who will enter the University of New England in Biddeford to become a doctor. Treasurer Pauline Gemme presents the check to Levasseur’s grandmother, Virginia Levasseur, center. Helen Marsh, president, is at right.
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First Auburn Seniors to meet
AUBURN — The First Auburn Senior Citizens will meet at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 20, for a lunch of finger rolls, followed by a bingo game. Tickets will be on sale for the July 18 barbecue, but dues must be paid before purchasing a ticket. There will be no meeting July 4. Fifty members attended […]
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Seniors' groups plan trips
SABATTUS — Joline Bell, trip representative for Sabattus Seniors, New Auburn Seniors, First Auburn Seniors and Robin Dow Seniors, has announced the following excursions. Aug. 21 — Hollywood Slots in Bangor, cost $30. Receive $10 back in free slot play. Sept. 11 — Tribute to Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, Danvers, Massachusetts, cost $107 all […]
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Dirigo High School seniors dedicate 2018 yearbook
In keeping with tradition, the Dirigo High School Class of 2018 announced teacher Melanie Johnson as their choice for the dediction of the 2018 yearbook. Senior Bridget Rowley, left, described Johnson, right, as caring, hilarious and environmentally-conscious. The entire senior class serenaded her with “The Goggle Song,” which Johnson originated as a lab safety equipment […]
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Joline Bell announces trips for seniors
SABATTUS — Joline Bell offers trips for seniors who like to be on the road. The trips are open to all seniors and seniors at heart. For more information, call Joline at 207-375-4627. Tuesday and Wednesday, April 10 and 11: Trip to Connecticut to visit two casinos; receive two free buffets and $25 free play. […]
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Hospice staff honors volunteers LEWISTON — Beacon Hospice staff honored their volunteer team on Dec. 13 with an appreciation banquet at the Chick-A-Dee restaurant. Volunteer Coordinator Kyla Greenwood honored each volunteer by sharing comments about their work and the compassion they each show the patients. Volunteers who attended were Steve Bennett, Rhonda Cobb, Scott Kloster, […]
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Sunshine Seniors trips include Canada, Cuba and Red Rox game
LISBON FALLS — The Sunshine Hill Neighbors Seniors and the Lisbon Parks and Recreation Department are offering two overnight trips and a Red Sox day trip for 2018. All trips are open to any age group. The first trip is to Quebec City, Montreal and Ottawa from June 17 to 22. Attractions will include Notre […]
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Congress passes Susan Collins' family caregiver bill
One of the consequences of America’s aging population is that families are finding it increasingly difficult to provide care for loved ones. The nation’s largest nonprofit for seniors, the AARP, said recently that by 2050, there will be fewer than half as many family caregivers available to support Americans older than 80. That is a […]