Through outreach, adaptation and openness, 80 Maine Granges with 2,200 members continue advocating for agricultural interests and serve as social centers for their communities.
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Lewiston Grange was — arguably — the first Maine Grange
Out of ‘a simple act of courtesy,’ Hampden was given the recorded distinction of being first, according to historic records.
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Keene couple awarded Educators of the Year
SKOWHEGAN — At the 144th annual session of the Maine State Grange held recently, Hugh and Grace Keene were presented the Educator of the Year Award by Maine State Grange Community Service Director Christine Corliss. Well known members of the community, they were nominated for this award by Danville Junction Grange. Both have been involved […]
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Zelma M. Toothaker
FARMINGTON — Zelma (Meisner) “Sis” Toothaker, 96, formerly of N. Chesterville, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 20, at Sandy River Nursing Center with a loving friend by her side. She was born in Chesterville Center at the family home of Charles William and Frances Wesley Meisner on July 15, 1921, one hour before her twin brother […]
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Shirley E. Keene
LEWISTON — Shirley E. Keene, 91, of Mechanic Falls passed away Saturday, March 11, at Central Maine Medical Center. Shirley was born in Poland on March 13, 1925, a son of Fred and Clara (Strout) Keene. He was educated in Poland grammar schools and graduated as salutatorian from Mechanic Falls High School, Class of 1943. […]
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Olive S. Holbrook
CASCO — Olive Savage Holbrook, 90, of Casco passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, March 28. Olive married the love of her life, Charles Holbrook Sr., on April 8, 1948, and resided in Yarmouth. Olive worked in the local mill and retired from the Yarmouth School Department, where she spent […]