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Volene D. Creamer Feb. 3, 1951 - July 22, 2020

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Volene D. Creamer, 69, died July 22, 2020 to join her Lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Volene was born in Rockland on Feb. 3, 1951 to parents Gerald Delano and Doris Weaver Delano.

From the Legislature: Do Right By Your Community: Wear a Mask

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On a regular basis, constituents contact me to let me know that they are encountering people in public places – stores, the post office, etc. – who are not wearing a mask. To all those who have called or written, thank you. Thank you for looking out for your health, your family’s health, the health of perfect strangers, and the broader public health of our community.

Leo Raymond Smalley Williams

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LincolnHealth Miles Maternity is pleased to announce the arrival of handsome baby boy, Leo Raymond Smalley Williams.

Plourde in Second Going into Final Round of Maine Women’s Amateur

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Bailey Plourde, 21, of Newcastle, sits in second place at the Maine Women’s Amateur golf championship, after two rounds. Plourde, out of Sheepscot Links in Whitefield, jumped out to a 3-stroke lead on day one of the three-day golf championship, Monday, July 20 at Augusta Country Club.

Backyard Wildlife Digger wasps

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Before I explore this week’s species, I wanted to respond to the thoughtful letter from Claire Yackel in last week’s paper. Claire wrote about the lack of Lincoln County-based resources for wildlife. The only wildlife rehabilitation center in our area is Avian Haven in Waldo County. Located in Freedom, Avian Haven assists injured and orphaned wild birds, as well as turtles. They can be reached directly at 382-6761.

Lincoln County Indictments

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Lincoln County indictments, July 15:

Matthew J. Donovan Jr., 38, Bath, class C domestic violence assault, class C domestic violence criminal threatening, class C domestic violence terrorizing, class D criminal mischief, class D cruelty to animals – criminal.

‘Writing From the Heart’ Workshop

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Merry Barn Writers’ Retreat is excited to partner with Elizabeth Potter as she offers two sessions of “Writing from the Heart: Finding Your Authentic Voice.” This workshop offers adult writers of all abilities an opportunity to get the creative juices flowing, overcome the internal critic, and let heart and soul flow out onto the page.

Lori L. Grady

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Lori L. Grady, 62, of Jefferson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta with her family by her side.

MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE

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Today’s edition reports the largest week-over-week spread of COVID-19 in Lincoln County since the beginning of the pandemic. But without context for the five new cases, what conclusions should the community draw?

New Director of Community Life, Lincoln Home

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Kacie Gallant has a long history of caregiving at Lincoln Home. Her very first job was doing private duty for Lincoln Home. She then went on to earn her certified nursing assistant and certified residential medication aide credentials in 2004.

Sally Dingley Ranger Aug. 4, 1935 - July 19, 2020

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Sally Dingley Ranger passed away July 19, 2020. She was born in Farmington on Aug. 4, 1935 and lived in Bristol. She loved the Lord and served Him daily and was a member of The First Baptist Church of Nobleboro.

New Walking Path, Bremen

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Sections of the Bremen Town Center property have been mowed down to indicate where a children’s play area will be built in 2021. The sections are currently walking paths that residents may visit and explore. The paths begin just off of the library parking lot. Plans are being made and will be announced in 2021 […]


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