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Brother, Sister Receive Service Awards
Brother and sister Jacob Maker and Claire Libby were both recipients of the President’s Volunteer Service Award on Friday evening at Thornton Academy in Saco. Their combined efforts of community service equaled more than 265 hours of service in Maine. The awards were given through Crossroads Youth Center, a certifying organization of the award.
Johnson to Hold Local Office Hours
Sen. Chris Johnson, D-Somerville, will hold his monthly office hours on Saturday, Aug. 27 at three locations around the region:
Great Salt Bay Community School 2016-2017 Bus Times
Back Meadow/Egypt/Standpipe Road
Bus #1 Charlotte
UMaine Doctoral Student Seeks To Increase Seafood Industry Sustainability
Locals and tourists flocking to the coast to eat fresh shellfish may not know about costs and risks that aquaculturists encounter getting the seafood to the table. One of the biggest issues for aquaculture farmers is selecting lease sites without knowing the physics and biology of the estuary environment, which can result in unpredictable productivity.
WIC Assistance Available
Women, Infants, and Children is a nonprofit supplemental food and nutrition program assisting income eligible families. WIC provides supplemental food packages, breastfeeding support, free nutrition information, and guidance and referrals to other community programs to:
Laws and Rules for Campaign Signs
The placement of campaign posters and signs is subject to statutory and regulatory guidelines and requirements.
Werner to Speak on Lyme Disease
Midcoast Lyme Disease Support & Education is pleased to have Dr. Carrie Werner as the guest speaker at its upcoming Lyme support meeting from 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, July 26 at the Wiscasset Community Center, 242 Gardiner Road, Wiscasset.
Newcastle Selectmen Call Special Meeting
The Newcastle Board of Selectmen will hold a special meeting to discuss the recent opening of the deputy town clerk’s position and road repairs at the town office at 7 p.m., Monday, July 18.
Governor Orders Flags Lowered To Honor Dallas Victims
Gov. Paul R. LePage, in accordance with a proclamation signed by President Obama, is directing the flags of the United States and the state of Maine be lowered to half-staff immediately to honor the victims of the attack in Dallas, Texas.
Maine Motorcycle Deaths Submitted Article
Although motorcycle deaths in Maine are almost half of what they were a year ago, the Maine State Police has organized a working group to review last year’s numbers. 2015 ended with 32 motorcycle deaths. So far this year there have been six motorcycle deaths, compared to ten at this same time in 2015.
Evangelos Earns Legislator of the Year Award Submitted Article
On Saturday, June 18 Rep. Jeffrey Evangelos, I-Friendship, was presented a Legislator of the Year Award at the American Legion’s annual state convention in Bangor. The award was in recognition of Evangelos’ work in Augusta in support of veterans affairs and rehabilitative health, and his 100 percent voting record in support of military veterans issues.
Westport Island Board of Selectmen To Hold Emergency Meeting
The Westport Island Board of Selectmen will hold an emergency meeting to sign an addendum to the warrant for annual town meeting at 4 p.m., Thursday, June 16.
Governor Directs Flags to Half-Staff in Respect for Orlando Victims
In respect for the victims of the hateful act of terror on Sunday, June 12 in Orlando, Fla., Maine Gov. Paul R. LePage has directed the U.S. flag and the state of Maine flag be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on Thursday, June 16.
