The City of Old Town has created two loan programs to promote new and existing businesses within the City. Both programs are in partnership with Camden National Bank and the Penobscot Federal Credit Union. One is a Business Loan Program. Loans with favorable rates are available to qualifying applicants. The goal of the program is […]
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Housing Authority receives 100K Comfortably Home grant
The grant for this simple home modification program is to help elderly and disabled individuals stay in their homes by making high quality home safety improvements.
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Hirundo wants 1,000 children to take part in Kids in Nature program
This year Hirundo Wildlife Refuge has pledged to get 1,000 children involved in its Kids in Nature program. Staff is excited to already be over 10 percent of its goal, but it still need help,the public’s help and can’t meet it goals without you. Here’s what you can do: Spread the word about Hirundo to […]
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Clean Sweep Sale to be held May 24–25 at Alfond Arena
The University of Maine will hold the annual Clean Sweep Sale 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Friday, May 24 and 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday, May 25 in Alfond Arena. Furniture, rugs, electronics, appliances, housewares, books, bedding, shoes and clothing will be among the items for sale. Items were donated by the university and students who moved out […]
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Buckle up
The annual Click It or Ticket national campaign started this week and will run through June 2.
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CDD landfill closure bill signed into law
The bill, LD 603, “An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Funding for Landfill Closure Costs,” expands the eligibility of state funds appropriated for landfill closures to cover the Old Town construction and demolition debris landfill.
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Orono to explore permits for mass gatherings
In recent years, the advent of larger student housing complexes in Orono, coupled with social media that allows word of parties to travel within seconds, had caused some consternation for the town.
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Supporting Career and Technical Education in Maine
More investment is needed in career and technical education, says Sen. Jim Dill.
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Orono budget workshops underway
Over the course of the next few weeks, the public will have several opportunities to review the proposed fiscal year 2020 budget and provide public input.
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Jack Radcliffe closing Tuesday Forum Luncheon season with performance
Radcliffe has been performing for more than 45 years and is a master of traditional country blues and stride piano, and a powerful singer/songwriter, as well.