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Published
June 8, 2011

Lakes Region: Writing group gears up for summer

Does a computer help you write better? That depends. If you’re entering a lot of data or are editing a lengthy manuscript, it’s probably the tool of choice. But in creative writing a computer can get in the way. At least that’s how one professional sees it. To shed writing blocks and develop their creative […]
Published
June 1, 2011

Juliana L’Heureux: Lise Pelletier recognized by Canadian radio

Lise Pelletier, director of the French Acadian Archives at the University of Maine Fort Kent (UMFK), has been honored for her work by Canadian radio. As a French speaking native of the St. John Valley in New Brunswick Canada, Pelletier admits there was a time when she knew little about her family’s French Acadian culture […]
Published
June 1, 2011

Briefly Greater Portland, June 1, 2011

PORTLAND REICHE COMMUNITY SCHOOL in Portland received a $5,000 grant to develop a garden at the school. The garden was built last month by the school staff, students and parents. It was designed to complement an outdoor classroom that was constructed last year. Lessons in health, nutrition, math, science, art and sustainable practices will be […]
Published
June 1, 2011

Potluck, June 1, 2011

Friday Friday lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Ave., Portland. Haddock chowder: $7; lobster roll: $7; egg salad: $4; other items available; free delivery for 10 or more orders. Mama Mia’s Pasta, Pizza, 5 to 7 p.m., York County Shelter Programs, Dining Commons, Shaker Hill Road, Alfred. Adults: $10; […]
Published
June 1, 2011

Regional Events, June 1, 2011

SACO New hours at museum The Saco Museum, 371 Main St., has announced new summer hours. It will be open from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 8 p.m. Fridays (with free admission after 4 p.m.), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and from noon to 4 p.m. Sundays from June through […]

Published
June 1, 2011

Rescue leads to carbon-monoxide crusade

Newfield Rescue workers save the lives of two women who had been poisoned by the gas.
Published
June 1, 2011

Births, June 1, 2011

Several area hospitals no longer provide birth announcements for publication. We will publish birth announcements from parents. Forms and instructions are available here. For more information, please call 791-6300. Southern Maine Medical Center Bentley Ronald Kaloyares-Briand, born May 15 to Jeremiah Briand and Jamie Kaloyares, Saco. Grandparents: Stephen Kaloyares, Saco; Denise Kaloyares, Biddeford. Jordan Matthew […]
Published
June 1, 2011

Briefly Regional, June 1, 2011

ROCKPORT THE CAMDEN HILLS REGIONAL High School’s Women’s Choir and Chamber Singers groups each won first-place trophies May 14 at regional choral competitions of the Heritage Music Festival at Topsfield, Mass. Together, the two choirs earned the highest point total and took home the festival’s Choral Sweepstakes Award, which includes an invitation to Chamber Singers […]
Published
June 1, 2011

College Notes, June 1, 2011

Graduations Curry College, Milton, Mass.: Gregory Bresnahan, Scarborough. Fisher College, Boston: Joseph Perdomo, Durham; Jane Roberge, Scarborough. Ithaca, N.Y., College: Michael DeLuca, Falmouth. New England Institute of Technology, Warwick, R.I.: Richard Toracinta, Kittery; Taylor Manning, Windham. Rhodes College, Memphis, Tenn.: Olivia Ryan, Gray. Thiel College, Greenville, Pa.: Victoria Woodward, Buxton, summa cum laude. St. Mary’s […]
Published
June 1, 2011

Blood Drives, June 1, 2011

The following American Red Cross blood drives are open to the public: Today 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., L.L. Bean, Freeport 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wentworth Intermediate School, Scarborough Thursday 1 to 6 p.m., YMCA, Boothbay 1 to 6 p.m., AmVets, Yarmouth Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Moorings, Bath Saturday 9 a.m. to […]

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