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Parent groups in Southern Maine tackle excessive screen time in kids
PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) -- Groups of parents in Southern Maine are working to get kids unglued from their phones and devices. Hundreds of parents from nine different school districts are now part of a new group called "Turn the Tides." "Area towns who are working together to try and change...
Riding for Hope: Maine’s 8th Annual ‘Ride for Suicide’ to Save Lives
Nick Danforth of Lewiston founded the Pain To Power Suicide Awareness nonprofit to raise awareness about the heartbreaking reality that affects so many lives. This Saturday, August 26, the LA Harley on Main street in Lewiston will host the 8th Annual Ride for Suicide. This event is dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention and mental health.
'The Art of the Seed' talk at Garland Farm ib Seot, 5
BAR HARBOR — Beatrix Farrand Society welcomes K Greene to present “The Art of the Seed” at Garland Farm on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 4 p.m. Greene is the co-founder of the Hudson Valley Seed Library, which in 2004 became the first public library-based seed lending library in the United States. In 2008, he went on to co-found Hudson Valley Seed Company, focusing on heirloom and open pollinated vegetable, flower and herb seed. Greene will discuss the artistic value of seeds and plants and the stories surrounding them. A variety of artist-designed seed packs will be for sale after the talk.
MDI-Foxcroft Academy Girl’s Soccer Play Day [PHOTOS]
The MDI Trojans took on the Foxcroft Academy Ponies in a play day at Orono High School on Saturday, August 24th. Check out some of the phots from the play day. The MDI Trojans took on the Foxcroft Academy Ponies in a play day at Orono High School on Saturday, August 24th.
Lewiston-based home repair program to help seniors stay in their homes will expand in Maine
The Lewiston Housing Authority will expand a home modification program for seniors with a $1.25 million award from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The program previously served older Mainers living in Androscoggin County but will eventually reach 150 additional homes in Cumberland, Franklin, Kennebec and Oxford Counties.
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