University of Maine’s Darling Marine Center is recruiting student researchers to contribute to a diversity of marine and environmental research projects this summer.
Past and Present: No Greater Love
Last Friday, Feb. 3, an anniversary occurred that is now almost totally forgotten except by those who knew about it at the time. It is only a footnote in the history books, if it is mentioned at all. Unfortunately, it is not taught in schools.
Sheepscot Valley Health Center Welcomes New Physician’s Assistant Submitted article
This February, staff at Sheepscot Valley Health Center are happy to welcome physician’s assistant Brooke Perez to the team.
Hemlock Inspection Essential for Survival
The hemlock woolly adelgid, a small, invasive aphid-like species, was introduced to the eastern United States in 1927. Native Northeastern U.S. hemlocks, like the eastern hemlock, show no resistance to the species and have been gravely impacted. As of 2020 the Maine Forest Service has established quarantines in nine counties that stretch from York to Hancock County. All of Lincoln County is under quarantine, which means that hemlocks may not be transported from the area.
Youth Acting Classes at The Waldo Submitted article
Imagination comes to life at The Waldo. Enrollment is now open for a range of youth acting classes. All classes are held after-school and will run for 12 weeks beginning the last week of February. The classes are designed for grade levels 1-3, 4-6, and 7-12; with a class designed just for kindergartners. No previous experience is needed to join.
Plummer Point Now Whole Submitted article
In 1993, Damariscotta River Association, now a part of Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust, acquired the 71-acre property in South Bristol known as Plummer Point Preserve. Thirty years later, the purchase of the point’s 14-acre tip unifies the entire peninsula under Coastal Rivers’ care.
Newcastle History: Vice President Hamlin
Hannibal Hamlin is best remembered today as serving as vice president under President Abraham Lincoln. He almost made it to become president.
J. Edward Knight Supports Special Olympics Expansion of Unified Sports Submitted article
Sports have a way of unifying people. Special Olympics Maine Unified Champion Clubs is dedicated to promoting social inclusion by pairing people with and without intellectual disabilities through shared recreational sports and activities.
Sub Sale at Edgecomb Community Church Feb. 11 Submitted article
The Edgecomb Community Church Mission Committee is holding a sub sale on Saturday, Feb. 11. Ham and cheese with assorted vegetables on a 6-inch sub roll will be offered along with a bag of chips, soda or water, and a Valentine’s Day cookie, all for a $10 donation.
Guided Hikes at Plummer Point Preserve with Coastal Rivers
Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust naturalist Sarah Gladu will lead two hikes at Plummer Point Preserve in Bristol on Saturday, Feb. 11. While registration for the morning program is full, there is still room in the afternoon walk taking place from 1-3 p.m.
Old School Soul Revue with Pat Colwell and His Soul Sensations Submitted article
Pat Colwell and his Soul Sensations plan to bring down the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor with a powerful mix of Motown/Memphis soul music that’s guaranteed to get a mid-winter party started Saturday, Feb. 11.
Chili Lunch in Nobleboro Feb. 11 Submitted article
Todd Maurer, of The Community Energy Fund of Lincoln County, recently spoke to the planning committee of the joint Nobleboro Republican/Democratic Chili Lunch planned for Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Nobleboro Baptist Church.
TIME HAS COME
We always knew this day would come.
We knew there would come a day when Chester Rice would not be in public office anymore. Sad as it is, we’re happy to see him turn in his keys and walk out under his own power, at a time and place of his own choosing. We hope he enjoys his retirement, although we expect he’ll remain as busy as ever.
Marilyn Beane’s World
Jan. 15: The sweet CNA got me up past 6:30 a.m. She helped me dress and get into my wheelchair. Then she took me to the scales to weigh me. The sweet helpful nurse came in with my meds and a nebulizer treatment. She was told by the sweet overnight nurse that she didn’t get a chance to give them to me.
