(NAPSI)—For the 37 million adults in the United States living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), research offers promising insights into ways to improve and prolong kidney health. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is using innovative research to change the way we […]
Endicott College, in Beverly, Massachusetts, the first college in the U.S. to require internships of its students, is pleased to announce its Fall 2021 dean’s list students. In order to qualify for the dean’s list, a student must obtain a minimum grade point average of 3.5, receive no letter grade below “C,” have no withdrawal […]
The Town of Fairfield will be holding a public hearing at the Fairfield Community Center, located at 61 Water Street, on Wednesday, March 23, at 6:30 p.m., to discuss the recently completed report by Dirigo Engineering and associated options for extending public drinking water. At the hearing, members of the public will have the opportunity […]
LIZA M. YVON WATERVILLE – Liza Marie Yvon, 43, of Waterville, died Friday, February 18, 2022, following a long, but short courageous battle with brain cancer. Liza was born on August 22, 1978, to Deborah (Fish) Gerow and David Dodge, in Waterville. Liza graduated from Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, in 1997. Following graduation Liza […]
Dirigo Labs, Maine’s newest accelerator program, has been designated as an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Activate Provider, allowing Dirigo Labs-based startups and entrepreneurs to access exclusive benefits to help accelerate growth as they build their respective businesses. The accelerator, launching its first cohort in March, will host approximately 10 Maine-based startups representing a range of […]
Both the Knox-Lincoln SWCD Board of Supervisors and staff, and the Maine Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) Executive Committee have announced that Mark Hedrich, of Agricola Farms, in Union, has been accepted by the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) for entry to their Hall of Distinction in 2022. Mark’s service and contributions span local, […]
This GoFundMe was created to support an ongoing fund by Colby College students for mutual aid. The organizers are students passionate about building a community within the Colby student body and alumni network where they can support the students most impacted by COVID-19 and Colby’s reopening. The fund is specifically benefiting students of color, first-gen […]
If you’re a senior who smokes but is otherwise healthy, scientists warn that your cigarettes are just as bad for brain health as having type 2 diabetes and hypertension. The detrimental effects of smoking on overall health are well-documented, but new research suggests that seniors who light up well into their sixties may be tampering […]
News reports of Russia’s attack on Ukraine may encourage concerned individuals to reach out and help victims affected by the conflict. Before giving, go to BBB’s Give.org for tips on how to best help Ukraine relief activities. Among other things, it notes that not all relief organizations will be able to provide timely assistance unless […]
New Dimensions Federal Credit Union has announced its new Commercial Loan Officer, Kyle O’Rourke, who has years of lending experience as a Commercial Loan Underwriter and Mortgage Loan Officer. Directors and the lending staff are excited to have O’Rourke join their team as his experience and wealth of knowledge will be valuable as he settles […]