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Eunice Farnsworth-Ruth Heald Cragin Chapter DAR
The DAR is a nonprofit, non-political volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism. Our motto is: “God, Home & Country.” We have 3,000 chapters in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. , and in several countries. Over one million women have joined the DAR since it was founded. To become […]
Empty Bowls Fundraiser at Messalonskee High School
Empty Bowls has been a fundraiser at Messalonskee High School for the past several years. The purpose of this project is to raise money for local food pantries. It’s also about raising awareness about some of our community members who are struggling to provide food for their families. Students and faculty members of Messalonskee High […]
FOR YOUR HEALTH: Protecting your ability to drive safely for as long as possible
SAFETY ON THE ROAD (NAPS)—Driving a car means maintaining independence for many older adults. Driving allows you to shop, see friends and family, keep up with medical appointments, and avoid social isolation. But sometimes staying safe behind the wheel as you age can be a challenge. Age-related physical and mental changes can affect your ability […]
China Middle Schoolers tour Kennebec Technologies
Submitted by Ryan Sweeney On January 14, China Middle School JMG had the opportunity to tour Kennebec Technologies, in Augusta. Eighth graders walked the shop floor with Shawn Arbour, director, sales and marketing, and Harvey Smith, director of quality, learning about the variety of machinery and jobs. Students then had an in-depth question/answer session with […]
China Boy Scouts hold Sunday Service at China Baptist Church
February 9 was Boy Scout Sunday at China Baptist Church. Troop #479 is sponsored by and meets weekly in the church vestry fellowship hall. Each year they participate in a Sunday service honoring and celebrating the Boy Scout program. This year was especially moving as the whole troop joined the church choir to sing the […]
Roland’s Trivia Question for Thursday, February 13, 2020
Where did MLB’s Atlanta Braves originate? Answer: The Braves originated as the Boston Braves, and moved to Milwaukee before settling in Atlanta.
OBITUARIES for Thursday, February 13, 2020
WILLIAM P. FISHER OAKLAND – William P. Fisher, Sr., 93, died on Saturday, on January 4, 2020, in Waterville. He was born March 17, 1926, in Waterville. He was the son of the late Norman and Alice M. (Otis) Fisher. William grew up in Oakland, Maine. He attended Oakland public schools and was employed for […]
Give Us Your Best Shot! for Thursday, February 13, 2020
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Addition, renovations completed at China Middle School
The new expansion of the gymnasium accommodates a new stage, instrumental music practice room, new gym floor, and movable bleachers to accommodate more seating for concert, basketball games and other events. Also included in the renovations were two music offices, storage area for lunch tables, new locker rooms, two new bathrooms, new shower area, a […]