STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer its hands-on virtual summer learning series July 7–August 11. The series presents more than 20 workshops on a wide variety of topics to fit a broad range of interests. Originally launched in 2020 to provide additional educational opportunities for youth during the pandemic, the […]
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DAR cleans Bridgton Veterans Memorial
BRIDGTON — Molly Ockett Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, completed phase 2 of the cleaning of the Bridgton Veterans Memorial. Located at the corner of Main and Depot Streets, the memorial honors the selfless sacrifices of Bridgton Veterans. Chapter volunteers, who have been trained in the proper techniques and methods to clean monuments and […]
Waterford Summer Breakfasts return for 70th year!
WATERFORD — The beloved Waterford Summer Breakfasts are back for the 70th summer, continuing a cherished tradition that has brought friends, neighbors, and visitors together for decades. First introduced 72 years ago, the tradition paused only twice due to the pandemic, making its return even more special. Festivities kick off on Independence Day, Friday, July […]
Waterford Farmers’ Market vendors give back with local meal and pantry donation
WATERFORD — The Waterford Farmers’ Market recently turned farm-fresh ingredients into community generosity. Market vendors prepared and served a home-cooked meal at the Wilkins House in Waterford, featuring local produce and goods. The meal was offered free of charge, with donations graciously accepted. Thanks to the generosity of attendees, a meaningful contribution was presented to […]
Maine CASA to hold training in August
STATE — Interested in advocating for the best interests of a child? The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program is holding its summer training for volunteer advocates from August 11 through August 15. This free, five-day training is designed to prepare attendees for certification as volunteer guardians ad litem (GALs) in Maine child protection […]
Norway History Trolley Tour returns
NORWAY — Many remember that Norway had three one-room schoolhouses in town, but how many one-room schoolhouses were in Norway’s countryside? Where was the Pierce School, and what happened to it? Is the Holt school still standing? Find out the answers to these questions and many more on the first annual Norway History Trolley Tour […]
Extension offers online equine series covering topics across the lifecycle
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension announces a virtual Equine Speaker Series for 2025. The theme of the summer webinar series is “From Foaling to Farewell: Essential Knowledge Covering the Equine Lifecycle,” with presentations by topic experts from Maine and across the country. All webinars start at 6 p.m. EST. The first in […]
Norway library plans cookbook discussion
NORWAY — Norway Memorial Library will host a cookbook discussion on Thursday, July 24, at 6 p.m. The cookbooks selected are The Eat Local Cookbook: Seasonal Recipes from a Maine Farm by Lisa Turner and Fresh Maine Salads: Innovative Recipes from Appetizers to Desserts by Cynthia Finnemore Simonds. Attendees will prepare and share a recipe […]
Gorman Foundation awards $1.2 Million to help meet critical needs across Maine
STATE — The John T. Gorman Foundation has awarded 77 grants totaling $1.2 million to support nonprofits providing food, shelter, and other essential services to Mainers in need. Distributed through the Foundation’s 2025 Direct Services Grant Program, the funding will reach all 16 counties in the state. “As conditions shift at both the state and […]
Local foresters teach tree ID techniques
STATE — Maine Woodland Owners invites people of all ages to attend one of our five Tree ID Day events held throughout the state on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to noon (the Lyman location starts at 1, and ends at 3 p.m.). Admission is free and open to the public. Registration is […]