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Portland Woman Wins #LCNme365 Contest

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A Portland woman with a passion for farm photography won the July #LCNme365 photo contest with her photo of a draft horse at Goranson Farm in Dresden.

Devin Ice Cream Kickoff Rescheduled Submitted article

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Rep. Mick Devin’s campaign kickoff ice cream social previously scheduled for Sunday, July 22, has been rescheduled due to inclement weather to Sunday, Aug. 5 from 2-5 p.m. at the home of Don Means, 1215 Bristol Road in Bristol Mills, across from the swimming hole.

First National Bank Supports Twin Villages Foodbank Farm

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First National Bank recently presented Twin Villages Foodbank Farm in Damariscotta a donation for $1,000 in support of its efforts to grow fresh, delicious food for its neighbors in need in Lincoln County.

Date Change for Parking Lot Paving at CLC YMCA

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Hagar Enterprises will commence paving the Central Lincoln County YMCA’s parking lot beginning Thursday, Aug. 9, previously scheduled for Aug. 2 but delayed due to weather. On this date, Hagar will pave a portion of the lot, and although the Y will remain open, there will be limited parking available.

Food Pantries

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Lincoln County Food Pantries

Lincoln Medical Partners Women’s Center Welcomes Certified Nurse Midwife

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Monika Gulyas’ calling to make a difference in the lives of women and to help them and their families through the life-changing events of pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood led her to become a certified nurse midwife. Gulyas now joins Dr. Robert Howard, Dr. Deborah Eisenberg, MD, and certified nurse midwives Bridget Buck and Stacey Rees at the Lincoln Medical Partners Women’s Center in Damariscotta.

Damariscotta Receives Grant for YMCA Pre-K Program

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The town of Damariscotta was recently awarded a $50,000 community development block grant for a private, onsite pre-kindergarten program at the Central Lincoln County YMCA. The implementation of the program at the Y will be a new and expanded service to meet the need for full-day childcare and pre-K programs.

More Than 3,000 Free Summer Meals Served

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With 14 meals sites total, including five new sites, the free summer meals program has served over 3,000 healthy meals to children so far this summer. The program, which is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Department of Education, and locally by Healthy Lincoln County, aims to feed all children while on summer vacation from school.

Emergency Versus Urgent Care at LincolnHealth

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Although LincolnHealth’s emergency department and urgent care center both provide high-quality, prompt care for sudden illnesses and injuries, understanding when one needs to call 911 and go to the emergency department can be lifesaving.

North Nobleboro Day is Aug. 11

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North Nobleboro Community Association members recently held their final planning meeting for North Nobleboro Day. This year, the festivities will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 at the community grounds on Upper East Pond Road, or until the chicken runs out. This will be the 46th year that members of the community have joined together to organize a great day of fun for their neighbors while raising money to benefit the local area.

Tips for Safe Boating Submitted article

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Operator inattention, improper lookout, operator inexperience, machinery failure, and alcohol use rank as the top five primary contributing factors in boating accidents, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Each could come into play at any time on the water, at any time of the year.


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