Lunch OTISFIELD — The Social Outreach Committee is hosting a Community Thanksgiving ‘Lunch’ on Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 11:30-12:30 at the Community Hall at 292 Route 121 in Otisfield. It will feature all the fixins’: Roasted turkey with gravy and stuffing, mashed potatoes, squash, cranberry sauce, rolls, and pies for dessert. The meal is offered […]
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What I’ve learned
I took second place in the National Crabapple Bowling contest, an achievement deserving of laud and honor. Right? Right? There were no playoffs leading up to the championship. It was a one-time event, brought about by a crabapple tree, a downward-sloping road, and a bored grandfather and granddaughter. The crabapple tree sits across the street […]
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Extension presents Wabanaki perspectives on foodways
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is inviting the public to the virtual 2023 Horticulture Keynote on the Wabanaki perspective on foodways from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16. Join Anthony Sutton, Passamaquoddy from Sipayik and assistant professor of Native American studies and food systems at the University of Maine, for his […]
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‘Yes’ on Question 3
To the Editor: I urge citizens to vote “yes” on Pine Tree Power/ Ballot Question Three, a crucial decision that directly impacts our state’s power grid. This issue is far more than just a matter of energy infrastructure; it’s about safeguarding our independence and national security. Owning our power grid is not just about energy; […]
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SeniorsPlus sets November schedule
NORWAY — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in November. Classes are held in person at its Norway location; online; or hybrid. Class locations are 9 Marston St., Norway. Classes are free unless noted. Locations are fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment is available upon request. For more information or to register, call 207-795-4010 or visit […]
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Wellness Collaborative to meet Nov. 15
PARIS — On Wednesday, November 15, the Oxford County Wellness Collaborative will host its Fall Gathering at the community room of the Paris Fire Department from 4:30–7 p.m. The event follows a spring gathering focused on youth mental health as a pressing issue. It will bring together several local youth-serving programs and organizations that will […]
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Outing Club Ski Sale back on!
To the Editor: The 43rd Annual Bethel Outing Club Ski Sale, which was canceled in October due to the tragedy in Lewiston, has been rescheduled for Friday and Saturday, December 8 and 9 at Gould’s Field House. The time frame will be the same as always, with set-up on Thursday, December 7, and the sale […]
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Kids’ Book Review: ‘Kiki Kicks’
Kiki Kicks By Jane Yolen and Ariel Stemple Illustrated by John Ledda Ariel Stemple, one of the authors of Kiki Kicks, was bullied as a child. Despite family support, she was often scared when she was with others. At 7 years old, she started practicing martial arts and her life changed for the better. […]
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Kids’ Book Review: ‘Kiki kicks’
Kiki Kicks By Jane Yolen and Ariel Stemple Illustrated by John Ledda Ariel Stemple, one of the authors of Kiki Kicks, was bullied as a child. Despite family support, she was often scared when she was with others. At 7 years old, she started practicing martial arts and her life changed for the better. […]
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Bethel Rotary
BETHEL — At this past week’s Rotary meeting we enjoyed two presentations. First, Rotarian Lucy Abbott (dressed appropriately for Halloween) received Rotary’s highest honor, a Paul Harris Fellow, for her amazing generosity to the Rotary Foundation. Following that, past Rotarian Bridget Remington, who is also the chair of the Ethel Bisbee exploratory committee, offered an […]