The Maine Conservation Corps recently welcomed Anna Smedley and Amie Daniels, both of Lewiston, and Nick Cormier of Auburn to serve as team members and AmeriCorps volunteers for the 2013 season. The MCC conducts conservation projects throughout the state, including extensive recreational trail construction and rehabilitation. Smedley is the daughter of John Smedley and Carole […]
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Lewiston food program begins June 19
LEWISTON — The Lewiston School Nutrition Program will offer a Summer Food Service Program meal at no charge to children. Breakfast and lunch will be served weekdays at Kennedy Park starting June 19 through Aug. 16. All meals must be eaten on the site, as participants are not allowed to remove food from the parks […]
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74 graduate from CMMC CONHP
LEWISTON — The Central Maine Medical Center College of Nursing and Health Professions graduated 54 nursing and 20 radiography students recently in a ceremony at the Lewiston Middle School. Having successfully completed the college’s education programs, the graduates were awarded associate degrees in the applied science of nursing or radiologic technology. A number of graduating […]
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Lewiston resident takes first place at Maine Water Conference
LEWISTON — Miguel Barajas, a graduate of Lewiston High School and a senior in environmental studies at the University of Southern Maine, received first-place honors at the 2013 Maine Water Conference for his scientific poster titled, “Running the Gauntlet: Smallmouth Bass Predation on River Herring in the Kennebec/Androscoggin River Systems.” The selection committee felt the […]
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Pine Cone OES meets June 13 AUBURN — Pine Cone Chapter No. 26 Order of the Eastern Star will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at the Masonic Hall, 1098 Turner St. The official visitation will be conducted by Rebecca St. Pierre, worthy grand matron. Refreshments will be served after the official visit. All […]
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Governor’s Awards For Service And Volunteerism presented
AUGUSTA — First lady Ann LePage presided over the annual presentation of the Governor’s Awards for Service and Volunteerism. The eight winners and eight honorees have had an impact in communities across the state. The Governor’s Awards for Service and Volunteer are presented each year during National Volunteer Week, the annual celebration of citizen volunteer […]
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Hebron Academy announces Cum Laude Society inductees
HEBRON — Hebron Academy Head of School John King and Hebron Cum Laude Chapter Secretary John Curtis have announced the 2013 Cum Laude Society inductees. The Cum Laude Society recognizes academic achievement in secondary schools for the purpose of promoting excellence, justice and honor, according to its mission statement. Hebron Academy’s Cum Laude chapter was […]
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Financial Fitness Fair raises awareness for students
LEWISTON — The Norm Nolette Chapter of Credit Unions, with support from the Jeannette G. Morin Chapter of Credit Unions, presented their 10th annual Financial Fitness Money Management Experience at the Lewiston Armory on April 4. Nearly 200 students from seven area high schools attended this year’s fair, the state’s oldest Financial Fitness Fair, including […]
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Butterfly dedications available for Butterfly Release Celebration
AUBURN — On July 20, Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice will hold its fifth annual Butterfly Release Celebration. The event is a unique opportunity to remember and honor loved ones by dedicating a butterfly. Guests will share memories, enjoy music and light refreshments. The highlight of the celebration will be the mass release of Monarch […]