PRESQUE ISLE — The University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) and the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) are partnering on a first-of-its-kind degree for adult learners starting this fall: a public policy degree offered by UMF and delivered through UMPI’s entirely online, competency-based YourPace program. This innovative YourPace partnership program will provide adult […]
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Mitchell Institute names seven students to scholar cohort
FRANKLIN COUNTY — Seven recent high school graduates have been named 2025 Mitchell Scholars by the Mitchell Institute. The 2025 Scholars join more than 3,800 past recipients who have been unlocking their potential, having successful college experiences, and contributing to the vitality of their communities since 1995. Students receive a $10,000 scholarship award, along with […]
Upcoming events at Vacation Bible School in Wilton
WILTON — Vacation Bible School will take place from Monday, July 21, to Friday, July 25, at Calvary Hill Baptist Church, 195 Route 2, in Wilton. This year’s theme is “What a Mess!” Supper will be provided each night at 5:30 p.m., followed by Bible lessons, crafts, and games from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday […]
Joseph Fitzpatrick of Fayette graduates from Plymouth State University
Plymouth State University PLYMOUTH, NH — Joseph Fitzpatrick of Fayette graduated from Plymouth State University during its 154th anniversary commencement ceremonies May 9-10, 2025. Fitzpatrick graduated with a doctorate in physical therapy and was among more than 650 class of 2025 undergraduate students who received degrees.
Dean’s List
Bates College LEWISTON — The following students have been named to the Dean’s List at Bates College for the winter semester, ending in April 2025. This is a distinction earned by students whose grade point average is 3.92 or higher. Joshua Smith of Farmington and Mya Laliberte of Rangeley have both made the Dean’s List […]
Farmington Rotary awards scholarships to young area leaders
FARMINGTON — Each year, Farmington Rotary awards $1,500 scholarships to students at Mt. Abram High School and Mt. Blue High School. Funds are raised through Rotary’s annual yard sale and other fundraising efforts. The Rotary Scholarship recipients for 2025 are as follows: Mt. Abram: Summer Love Bailea Haines Mt. Blue: Anglee Brewer Carter Norton Nolan Leso, […]
UMF Outdoor Recreation Hub gets donation from Skowhegan Savings Foundation
FARMINGTON, ME — The University of Maine at Farmington is pleased to announce that its Outdoor Recreation Hub of Excellence has received a generous $50,000 donation from the Skowhegan Savings Foundation. This donation will fund scholarships for participants in Main Street Skowhegan’s Career Access through National Service and Outdoor Education (CANOE) Program. The CANOE […]
Mt. Blue High School’s Quarter 4 Honor Roll
FARMINGTON — Mt. Blue High School announces the Quarter 4 Honor Roll for the 2024-2025 school year. Highest Honors: Tyler Abell, Casey Adams, Jonathan Alexander, Grace Allen, Noah Arsenault, Levi Austin, Emmyt Bailey, Trey Bailey, Preston Ball, Elias Bartlett, Nina Bogar, Makayla Brackley, Luka Burns, Lacasia Bynum, Allison Casavant, Hadley Casey, Piper Casey, Amara Caton, […]
Mt. Blue Middle School Honor Roll
FARMINGTON — The following students have been named to the Honor Roll at Mt. Blue Middle School for the 4th Quarter. Grade 6 High Honors: Sabastian Allbee, Quinn Allen, Keegan Arnold, Brandon Atwood, Chase Bellwood, Tatiana Bernard, Wiley Billings, Peyton Burnham, Evan Buzzell, Daniel Caruso, Audrey Civiello, Declan Clark, Maple Corey, Harrison Cote, Nova Cowell-Sarofeen, […]
UMF professor awarded prestigious national fellowship
FARMINGTON, ME — The University of Maine at Farmington is proud to announce that Michael Schoeppner, UMF associate professor of history, has been awarded a 2025 Fellowship from the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS). The ACLS is a national fellowship program known for supporting outstanding scholarship in the humanities and social sciences. Schoeppner has […]