To the Editor: The people of West Paris wonder how their school district could have been so dismissive of them and their school. SAD 17 has until recently always declared its support of community schools. I remember at the time the Paris Elementary School was being planned the Superintendent came to our gym and assured […]
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Special treat from Senior Players
BETHEL —Senior Players of Western Mountains Senior College are gearing up for their annual performance with a special treat for their audience this year. They will present three original plays that were written by members of the cast plus one play, “The Good Deed,” by playwright, Jim Gordon. A number of veteran Senior Players met […]
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First Universal Nov. services
WEST PARIS — It may be getting cold outside, but there is always warmth in community and sharing connectedness and experiences. Please join us on Sundays at 9 a.m. Music is performed by guitarist Davy Sturtevant. Refreshments following the services. All are welcome! November 3, “See Life Steady and See it Whole,” led by guest […]
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4-H offers online info session for aspiring volunteers
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on Nov. 12 and 19. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees […]
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St. Kieran Center: Josee Vachon & Patrick Ross
BERLIN, NH — St. Kieran Community Center for the Arts, along with series sponsor Bryant Funeral Homes, Eversource, and Co-Sponsor Kelley Trucking, are proud to present Josee Vachon & Patrick Ross in Concert, on November 3, at 2 p.m., at St. Kieran’s Center for the Arts! Tickets are now available, ($20 in advance/$25 at the […]
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Cancer Foundation awards $551K in Cancer Patient Navigation Grants
STATE — Maine Cancer Foundation recently awarded four capacity-building patient navigation grants, totaling $550,840, to organizations across the state. These three-year grants will develop and support cancer patient navigation programs, assisting patients throughout Maine in navigating their cancer care. It is predicted that 10,700 Maine residents will be diagnosed with cancer this year. Cancer patient […]
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BAAM at The Gem presents Sunny War
BETHEL — Join BAAM at The Gem in welcoming world-renowned singer and guitarist, Sunny War to Bethel on Sunday, November 10 at 7 p.m. It’s no secret that great art comes from the margins. From those who are either pushed to create from inner forces or those who create to show they deserve to be […]
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Questions for SAD 17
To the Editor: After reading the October 24 Advertiser-Democrat article outlining how the Oxford Hills school construction process has played out over the past year, several questions have come to mind. By whom and when was the “major decision” made to include sixth grade in a future middle school? What exactly was the architectural firm […]
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Do you have room in your heart?
Dusty is a sweet older dog, recently brought to us through no fault of his own. Dusty is deaf, and because of this, he can be cautious when getting to know new people. He has only lived with adults in the past, and children might be frightening for him. He has lived with cats before […]
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This ‘n That
Fairs MINOT — A Holiday Fair will be held on Saturday, November 9, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Minot Corner United Methodist Church, Rt. 121, at the corner of Minot Avenue & Empire Road. There will be homemade baked goods, a candy and fudge table, crafts, Old-fashioned Cabot Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese, and […]