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Annual Holiday Card Sale Benefits Miles Memorial Hospital League’s Efforts

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The Miles Memorial Hospital League is once again selling sets of blank holiday cards, the proceeds from which benefit LincolnHealth and the vital services it provides to this community. The cards, packaged in matching sets of eight with corresponding white envelopes, feature Maine-themed artwork donated by local artists including Julie Babb, Brenda Erickson, Peggy Farrell, Hannah Ineson, Julie Nixon, and Cheryl A. Young.

ROCK AND HARD PLACE

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While there will be a number of questions facing voters statewide on Tuesday, Nov. 7, residents of the towns that make up RSU 40 will face another pressing, difficult decision.

William Carlton Hammer Oct. 8, 1937 - Oct. 12, 2023

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William Hammer died Oct. 12, 2023 at his home in Nobleboro, after several falls that contributed to rapid decline. Bill was born in Scandia, Kan. on Oct. 8, 1937, and his lifelong frugal demeanor was a result of the Great Depression’s impact on Midwest farming families during the ‘30s and ‘40s. He learned not to ask for much and this quality persisted until his death.

Betsy Hurst Piper May 21, 1954 - Oct. 25, 2023

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Betsy Hurst Piper left us too early on Oct. 25, 2023 at her winter home in Spring Hill, Fla. John Cotter, her husband of nine years, and Rascal, a rescued Boston terrier mix, never left her side. Betsy had been courageously battling throat cancer since last year, before coming down with pneumonia and COVID.

Ann Mary Chiarchiaro Aug. 28, 1947 - Oct. 21, 2023

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Ann Mary Chiarchiaro, a beloved snowbird hailing from Nobleboro and Fort Myers, died peacefully on Oct. 21, 2023 following a prolonged illness. Her grace and dignity remained with her throughout her final days on this earth.

Ernest ‘Ernie’ E. Black II Service Announcement

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Ernest “Ernie” E. Black II, 71, died Oct. 28 in Marlborough, Mass. Ernie was born Dec. 13, 1951, to Edwin Black and Edna Jacobsen Black. Ernie is survived by his wife, Mary Black; and by his loving family.

Bonnie L. York Aug. 5, 1952 - Oct. 27, 2023

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Bonnie L. York, 71, of Damariscotta, passed away on the afternoon of Oct. 27, 2023 at Cove’s Edge in Damariscotta, with her loving son, Darren, her sister, Terry, and her nephew, Aaron, by her side. Born in Damariscotta on Aug. 5, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Mabel Fanny “Ann” Pagurko.

Prescription Drug Disposal Day Cancelled

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Due to the tragic events in Lewiston, and the ongoing Law Enforcement response, Maine CDC has cancelled National Prescription Drug Take Back Day for all Maine locations. The nation-wide event, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Agency, was set for Saturday, Oct. 28. No reschedule date has been set, but the next National Take Back Day will be held as usual in April.

Kristin Turcotte Nov. 6, 1972 - Oct. 21, 2023

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Kristin Lynn Martin Turcotte went home to be with her lord and savior, Jesus Christ on Oct. 21, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Jefferson, into a Christian home on Nov. 6, 1972, to Charles M. Martin and Ann Hewett Martin. She attended Jefferson Village School from kindergarten to eighth grade and then went on to Medomak Valley High School where she graduated in 1990.

State Cross Country Championships Postponed

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The State Cross Country championships scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 28, has been postponed until the following Saturday, Nov. 4, due to the Lewiston shooting.


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