by Birdie The new librarian at the Albert Church Brown Memorial Librarian, in China Village, is Alexis Burbank. She initiated her tenure in October 2024 and is devoted to fostering the library’s growth and development. She has been working diligently on introducing family-friendly activities, including the ongoing 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge. Furthermore, she hosts […]
MELINDA G. LEE SOUTH CHINA—Melinda “Mindy” G. Lee, 70, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024. She was born on September 7, 1954, a daughter of Milton H. and Jane (Reed) Farrington. Mindy grew up in South China and Augusta and was a graduate of Cony High School in the class of 1973. Following graduation, […]
National Blood Donor Month is a time to recognize and celebrate blood donors, and to remind people of the importance of donating blood. During National Blood Donor Month Northern Light Health would like to extend gratitude to those who have generously donated in the past, saving countless lives, and making a profound difference in our […]
The Living Communities Foundation has received two grants, so there will be some improvements on Turner Ridge Road. The first, in the amount of $3,700, came from the Governor’s Cabinet on Aging through the Community Connections Program. This grant is to replace the lighted sign that was destroyed during the December 2024 storm. This grant […]
Brinley Bisson, 4, of Waterville, enjoyed some successful fishing herself this past summer. At top, fishing off a dock at Green Valley Campground, in Vassalboro, the same place her mother, Kassandra Bisson, of Waterville, learned how to fish, and hauling in a bass, at her grandparents’ campsite, on Webber Pond.
Frank Richards, of Vassalboro, recently took to the ice to do some fishing. It proved to be a succesful day. From top to bottom, showing some open water at the north end of Webber Pond, and the large island. The catch was good, a bass, and two sizeable black crappie
As you set your 2025 goals, don’t forget one resolution that can transform every aspect of your health and happiness: better sleep. Rest isn’t just a luxury – it’s essential for achieving your wellness ambitions. This year, make restorative sleep the cornerstone of your resolutions. Sleep fuels every part of your life. It impacts your […]
Sweet Dreams by Marilou Suchar Vassalboro The gold, the red the shades of green, splash of fall colors, a brilliant scene. It’s nippy, it’s cool – the breezes blow, It won’t be long ‘til winter’s snow. The leaves come falling fluttering down, to spread out gingerly on the ground. It’s not the time to moan […]
Husson University announces Spring 2024 academic award recipients Husson University has announced academic achievements of students recently named to the President’s List, Dean’s List and Honors List for the Spring 2024 semester of the 2023-2024 academic year. Full-time online students who earn President’s List, Dean’s List and Honors List recognition must be enrolled as an […]
Ready for limitless fun, friends, and new experiences? Girl Scouts of Maine (GSME) is excited to announce the official opening of online registration for Summer 2025 overnight camp sessions, which began Wednesday, January 15. Prospective campers of all ages can register by visiting the camp page on our website – no Girl Scout experience necessary! […]