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Students honored for achievements
CINCINNATI — Catherine Blais of Lewiston received a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Allied Health Sciences at the University of Cincinnati. She also achieved dean’s list recognition for the summer quarter 2011-12. SELINSGROVE, Pa. — Two area students were recently named orientation team leaders at Susquehanna University. Natasha Johnson of Poland, Maine, […]
Gray man arrested in connection with South Portland robbery
SOUTH PORTLAND — A Gray man is facing multiple charges stemming from a robbery at a South Portland restaurant in February, police said. Ryan Bell, 25, was arrested at his home Wednesday morning, according to South Portland police Sgt. Steve Webster. Bell’s arrest completes a nine-month investigation of the Feb. 20 incident at On the […]
Youngsters donate to Humane Society
LEWISTON – The primary support for the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, 55 Strawberry Ave., comes from fundraising events and donations of concerned citizens. Items recently donated to the shelter will help with the care of the thousands of unwanted animals the Humane Society helps each year. On Aug. 6, Ian Fuller of Winthrop presented GAHS with […]
Events honoring veterans
Annual Salute to Veterans LEWISTON — The Auburn Exchange Club is presenting the fourth annual Salute to Veterans on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at The Green Ladle, Lewiston High School, 156 East Ave. Veterans are invited to attend at noon for a luncheon honoring all veterans, both recently returning and otherwise. Featured speaker will be Major […]
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Eastern Star meeting Nov. 8 AUBURN — Pine Cone Chapter 26 Order of the Eastern Star will meet at 7p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, at the Masonic Hall, 1021 Turner St. Members will be having an ESTARL supper and will be honoring chaplains. Supper will be at 6 p.m. Cribbage League winners named LEWISTON — The […]
Two Rite Aid pharmacies robbed
LEWISTON — Police are investigating whether the robberies of two local pharmacies on Sunday were connected. “There were two pharmacies robbed today,” Maine State Police spokesman Steve McCausland said, “which brings the total for the year to, I think, 50” throughout the state. Police are not releasing any details about an armed robbery at the […]
Wildlife park to honor veterans before closing
GRAY — The Maine Wildlife Park will close for the 2012 season at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11. Since Sunday is also Veterans Day, the park will recognize and thank all past and present Maine military personnel and veterans for their service to the country by offering free park admission for each and their immediate […]
Area students honored at Cheverus High
PORTLAND — At a ceremony on Sept. 23, Cheverus High School presented awards at its Undergraduates Awards Night. Among those earning awards and honors were the following area students: The top Cheverus High School student who took the American High School Math Exam: Zach Walker-Elders, senior of Lisbon Falls Awards for Academic Excellence Gold, silver […]
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Halloween at the YMCA LEWISTON — The Auburn-Lewiston YMCA will host a Halloween event from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 62 Turner St. The event is free and for all ages. Preregistration required, call 795-4095. The Y is planning an evening of creepy games, trick or treat bag decorating and icky treats sure […]