Central Maine Growth Council, a public-private collaborative regional economic development partnership, has hired Sabrina Jandreau as its next Development Coordinator. Jandreau, a graduate of Gordon College, in Wenham, Massachusetts, will be responsible for supporting the execution of economic and community development projects and programs put forth by the Growth Council. “I am honored to have […]
Association for the Advancement for Sustainability in Higher Education recognizes America’s Environmental College in its Sustainable Campus Index As America’s Environmental College, it’s important for Unity College to establish itself as a leader in sustainability — to not only talk the talk, but to also walk the walk, doubling down on its mission. As Unity […]
(NAPSI)—Dreadful as the pandemic has been, for some people it has meant a positive health change. Three in 10 Americans made a major change to their diet during this time, according to new research. As with most changes, the big question always lingers—will the changes last? The study suggests they may well. Seven in 10 […]
STUDENT WRITERS PROGRAM This week featuring: ERSKINE ACADEMY by Olivia Bourque of Vassalboro, Maine Erskine Academy Junior It is truly paradoxical that a generation has been raised to be enthralled by inventions detrimental to their mental health and wellbeing. A Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma, addresses the evolution of and dangers of social media, an […]
The Best of All Things Irish in Maine 2020, a live virtual show featuring a delightful mix of all things Irish in Maine, will be held on Sunday, November 22, from 4 – 6 p.m. on YouTube. Enjoy some of the best Irish talent from across the state of Maine. Music, dance, theater and more. […]
Submitted by Connie Bellet Just because we can’t have big Thanksgiving gatherings doesn’t mean we can’t have an elegant pie to finish off the most celebrated dinner of the year. Several of Palermo’s Food Pantry volunteers are seeking to raise money to keep the Community Center’s heat on and the freezers running so our neighbors […]
by Roland D. Hallee My wife and I had a good friend visit with us last week, and following many different conversations, she asked the question, “Why are Canada geese flying north in December?” Interesting question. According to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, there are several possibilities, but in fall it’s likely these are family […]
The New England Patriots have appeared in 11 Super Bowls, the most in NFL history. Name the three teams that are next with eight appearances each. Answer: Dallas, Denver & Pittsburgh.