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The ABCs of Hand Washing

University of  Maine Cooperative Extension’s publication, The ABCs of Hand Washing, has some helpful hints on washing your hands to prevent the spread of illness during the cold and flu season.

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Nominations Sought for Norman W. Duzen Community Service Award

2014 Norman W. Duzen Community Service Award Nomination Form Each year, the Washington County Extension Association (WCEA) honors an individual from Washington County who has contributed as a volunteer to the lives of people in Washington County. WCEA is seeking nominations for the 2014 Recipient of the Norman W. Duzen Volunteer Award. Norman W. Duzen […]

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Introduction to Beekeeping Course to be offered in Machias beginning in February

Would you like to learn how to produce your own local honey, and help provide pollinators to your yard and neighborhood? Don’t miss this opportunity to take beekeeping classes in Machias from a member of the Maine State Beekeepers Association, through the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Introduction to Beekeeping, a five-week introductory beekeeping course, […]

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Helpful Hints on Handling Turkeys for Thanksgiving

Got a turkey question? Bulletin #4213 Helpful Hints for Handling Turkeys for Thanksgiving has your answers. From shopping for the turkey (fresh or frozen?), thawing the turkey, stuffing the bird (is it safe?), to roasting the turkey. View the publication-Helpful Hings for Handling Turkeys for Thanksgiving Watch Beth Calder and Jason Bolton in our Experts […]

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Panel to Discuss Washington County Food System

A free panel discussion about the Washington County food system will be held Wednesday, December 11, 6-7:30 p.m., at Kimball Hall at the University of Maine at Machias. Much of the food we consume is imported into the area from other counties, states and countries. This has impacts on local land use, the environment, employment […]

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Keep, Take or Toss Workshop to be Offered in Calais

This session will focus on ways of making your life more organized in the areas of your home or office; knowing what to do with important papers and cleaning tips in general. So get ready to save money, have a yard sale or just simplify your life. Keep, Take or Toss is designed to help […]

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Congratulations to Newly Trained Master Gardener Volunteers

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension would like to welcome newly trained Master Gardener Volunteers. In order to become a Master Gardener Volunteer, participants must complete forty hours of horticulture training. The class this year learned basic botany, soil fertility, growing flowering annuals and perennials, growing trees, shrubs, ground covers and lawns, identifying invasive plants, […]

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Panel to Dish on Genetically Modified Foods

Machias, Maine — A free panel discussion about genetically modified foods will be held Wednesday, November 13, 6-7:30 p.m., at Kimball Hall at the University of Maine at Machias. Genetically modified foods have had genes from other plants or animals inserted into their genetic codes. Alterations done in a laboratory are to improve certain traits, […]

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Salmon Farming Downeast: Benefits and Controversies Panel Discussion

Have you ever wanted to learn more about that delicious salmon on your plate or those pens floating in local seas? All are invited to hear four experts discuss the economic, environmental and other impacts of salmon farming in Washington County. The free event will be held on Wednesday, October 16, from 6:00 to 7:30 […]

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