by Dale Potter-Clark On Saturday, October 19, a Harvest Supper will be held at the Vassalboro United Methodist Church (VUMC) fellowship hall, at 614 Main Street/Rte. 32. The meal will be served 4:30 – 6 p.m., unless food runs out before, for a recommended donation of $10 per person. “Baked bean suppers are our usual […]
AARP research examines how aging is viewed in the state of Maine Despite believing older adults are devalued in society, Maine adults of all ages don’t see aging as a barrier, according to new AARP research examining how aging is viewed in the state. Engagement seems to factor into the optimism. When asked about their […]
Baked ham and apple desserts of all kinds will be served in addition to the traditional baked beans, casseroles, salads and breads on Saturday, September 21, at the Vassalboro United Methodist Church (VUMC). “People come from miles around to our suppers,” said church lay leader, Eileen Ronco. “We serve the traditional foods they enjoy at […]
JOYCE L. BENNER WALDOBORO/WINDSOR – Joyce L. Benner, 101, of Windsor and formerly of Waldoboro, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Joyce was born in Waldoboro, on March 4, 1923, the daughter of Millard and Lillian (Rosco) Creamer. Joyce was co-owner of Benner’s Crabmeat for 30 years, and previously worked for Country Manor Nursing […]
COMMUNITY COMMENTARY by Sheldon Goodine The Rise of Senior Homeless in Maine? We cannot let this happen in the China area. Maine folks are tough and try to go with the flow as long as possible, then it may be too late to solve the problem. We tell our young children and adolescents, that if […]
by Dale Potter-Clark Karen Hatch had a busy summer and this fall is shaping up to be the same way. The 70-year-old, from China, is the Vassalboro Community Program Director, and as such she plans, coordinates and oversees activities for all ages, including youth sports. This winter it will be basketball and then baseball and […]
TOWN OF CHINA Notice of Public Hearing The Municipal Officers of the Town of China will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., in person or via Zoom regarding the November municipal ballot. For the link to the Zoom meeting, go to www.chinamaine.org. Article 1. To choose a moderator to […]
by Andy Pottle Part I Andy Pottle is a resident of Palermo and writes articles about the town’s history. In North Palermo, where Arnold Lane and Chisholm Pond Road meet, the North Palermo Road just before Wilder Young Hill goes down into Freedom, is a place once known as Ford’s Corner. You wouldn’t know it […]
Today is the day to protect your kids with HPV vaccination. by Ruth Stefanos, M.D. (NAPSI)—As a pediatrician, I hear many questions from parents. As their children grow from babies to adolescents, so does the number of questions they have about how to continue protecting their kids. This makes sense, since we are all navigating […]