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PublishedJune 28, 2024
Lewiston and Farmington organizations to receive $3.3 million in Maine Connectivity Authority grants
SeniorsPlus and YWCA Central Maine in Lewiston, and Franklin County Adult and Community Education in Farmington are set to receive $3.3 million in total between them to bring digital improvements and better internet access to their communities.
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PublishedJune 25, 2024
A $50,000 state grant would bring trees to Lewiston’s Tree Streets neighborhood
The city’s Bring Trees Back to Tree Streets grant proposal has been approved. An executive contract is in the works to set the timeline and the scope of the project.
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PublishedJune 24, 2024
Fireworks and American Idol firecracker Julia Gagnon coming to Lewiston-Auburn’s Liberty Festival
The 27th annual Liberty Festival is set for three days around Independence Day in the Twin Cities. This year’s lineup includes fireworks and a performance by American Idol contestant Julia Gagnon.
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PublishedJune 24, 2024
Turner-based school board makes changes to library materials selection policy
The amended policy will take effect after the next board meeting.
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PublishedJune 23, 2024
Interested in becoming a host family?
Student exchange organizations are always looking for host families, and the definition of “family” is very broad. The application process is rigorous, but those interested are encouraged to apply. After filling out an online application and participating in an interview, families must pass a criminal background check. “You need to be ‘open-minded and flexible.’ This […]
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PublishedJune 23, 2024
Local families say learning goes both ways with student exchange experiences
Stefanie Mahr Damien and her husband, Steve, have hosted two exchange students in their Auburn home since 2018. “We are empty-nesters. My children are now 31 and 34. Steve’s children are twins that are 41. This is our second marriages. So, we affectionately call exchange students ‘our kids’ because we didn’t have kids together,” Stefanie […]
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PublishedJune 23, 2024
Many host families in Maine, but fewer schools for exchange students
While many Mainers are willing to open their homes to students from around the world, there are not as many Maine schools that take in exchange students. “Maine’s a wonderful state with down-to-earth families that are just so kind and generous,” says Raymond resident Kathy Hansen of Greenheart Exchange, one of several national groups that […]
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PublishedJune 23, 2024
‘Norman and I are like brothers, as well as friends:’ The life-changing impact of student exchange.
A friendship forged in Lewiston 36 years ago brought two generations of exchange students together, decades apart.
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PublishedJune 22, 2024
Lisbon comes together in celebration of its 225 years
The town celebrated its 225th birthday Saturday with festivities.
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PublishedJune 19, 2024
Lewiston/Auburn area grapples with heat wave
National Weather Service’s excessive heat warning in Androscoggin County to remain effective until Thursday evening. Cooling centers are available in the area during the day.
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