The High Peaks Alliance is excited to announce a volunteer trail work opportunity this summer, led by our Recreation Ranger Matt Kusper. Whether you’re an avid hiker looking to give back or a community member who cares about preserving access to the outdoors, this event is a great way to get involved, meet others, and […]
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Allumbaugh of Farmington chosen to lead Central District of Maine Elks
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI — Thousands of members of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America and guests gathered in Kansas City, Missouri, from June 29 to July 2 for the BPO Elks National Convention. During the convention, Aaron M. Allumbaugh, of Farmington, was installed as district deputy for the […]
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For Farmington woman, bringing Vietnam War Memorial replica to town was a yearlong labor of love
Jennifer Ballou, a U.S. Navy veteran, was recognized by the town for her vision to bring the “Wall That Heals” to Farmington, which drew over 8,800 visitors to Farmington last week.
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Hallowell volunteers survey ‘threatened’ Vaughan Brook watershed
Recent testing found Vaughan Brook does not meet water quality standards for aquatic life and dissolved oxygen, thanks largely to increased pressure from development.
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Family is relative for Harrison Food Bank volunteers
“The volunteers all help each other. They watch out for each other. It’s a real family” – Operations Manager Sandy Swett.
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Augusta firefighter spending his vacation battling Southern California wildfires
Rich Beaudoin is among a group of 20 Maine firefighters helping to fight the deadly flames in the Los Angeles area.
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Two volunteers keep students warm at Spruce Mountain Elementary School
Two volunteers help students pick out winter clothes from donation piles.
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Four Jay-area visionaries work to turn their volunteerism into a non-profit
Four citizens devote their time in aiding the community in any way they can, hope to become registered non-profit.
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Livermore Falls Fire Captain Nixon Ortiz is ‘a local hero’
When he isn’t saving lives and putting out fires, Ortiz can be found volunteering his time with children as the Area Youth Sports vice president.
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Community comes together to clean up French Falls trails in Jay
Volunteers jumped in to help out for Jay’s Work Day at French Falls.