CASTLETON, Vermont — Castleton student Kathryn Albert of Lewiston was recently awarded the Alpha Psi Omega Honor Society Actor of the Year Award for the 2017-2018 academic year. The award is given annually to an upper-class Acting and Directing major who has shown willingness to go above and beyond what is asked and expected of […]
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Local middle-schoolers win state award
AUGUSTA — The New England League of Middle Schools, in conjunction with the Maine Association of Middle Level Education, held the annual Scholar Leaders banquet in Augusta on May 10. Twenty-five middle schools from across the state were honored Middle Level Scholar Leaders. Criteria include: An excellent attitude toward learning; provides service to classmates and school; is […]
Fryeburg Academy musicians win awards at end of season
FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Academy jazz ensembles wrapped up another successful season on April 6 and 7. Under the direction of Mimi Rohlfing, the bands attended the Maine Music Educator’s State Vocal Jazz Festival at Stearns Junior-Senior High School in Millinocket to compete against other Division I groups. Based on their afternoon performance they received […]
Franklin County Children’s Task Force awards presented at 40th anniversary celebration
FARMINGTON — More than 200 people piled into the University of Maine at Farmington on April 28 to celebrate the Franklin County Children’s Task Force for 40 years of serving children and families. The task force recognized local heroes of children who continually contribute to the well being of families in Franklin County. Longtime employee […]
AVCOG recognized with 2018 Maine Recycling and Solid Waste Award
ROCKPORT — Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments (AVCOG) was named the 2018 Maine Recycling and Solid Waste Outstanding Service Organization of the Year by Maine Resource Recovery Association (MRRA) at this year’s Maine Recycling and Solid Waste Conference & Trade Show at the Samoset Resort. In his remarks, MRRA President Ross Nason commended AVCOG, a […]
Oxford Elementary School announces awards
OXFORD — Oxford Elementry School has announced School Pride and Academic Achievement award presentations. School Pride Awards were given as follows: Miss Farr’s kindergarten: Ava Cronin, Lily Davis, Evamae Dow, Kylie Galasso, Adeline Heaward and Roush Moore. Miss Duggan’s kindergarten: Emily Desjardins, Breeah Giasson, Nicholas Krastins, Lily Lemont, Emma Palmer and Hannah Stevens. Miss Popp’s […]
Leavitt Area High School's Chloe Veilleux receives MPA Principal's Award
TURNER — Chloe Veilleux of Turner, a senior at Leavitt Area High School, has been selected to receive the 2018 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship. “Chloe has consistently demonstrated her ability to face and overcome challenges both […]
Sun Journal Executive Editor Judith Meyer earns prestigious award
Sun Journal Executive Editor Judith Meyer was recognized Thursday as the recipient of the 18th annual Judith Vance Weld Brown Spirit of Journalism Award, which recognizes the accomplishments of an outstanding woman in journalism each year as selected by the New England Society of News Editors. Meyer, who has been the Sun Journal’s executive editor […]
Fill the Plate Breakfast: Hugh Keene to be honored with 2018 Ikaria Award
AUBURN — Auburn resident Hugh Keene will be honored with the 2018 Ikaria Award by SeniorsPlus at the annual Fill the Plate Breakfast to benefit the Meals on Wheels nutrition program at SeniorsPlus. The breakfast will be held on Friday, March 23 from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn Riverwatch. Tickets are […]
Woman recognized for work with veterans
RUMFORD — Katelyn “Kit-Kat” Carlow was recognized at a recent American Legion District 5 meeting. She was presented a certificate of appreciation from the Department of Maine, District 5 American Legion and the Peru American Legion Post 199. She supported deceased veterans by placing flowers on their graves. Her project, “Kit-Kat’s Flowers for Veterans,” developed […]