Maine Fall Foliage Report October 14, 2015.......Foliage Color Peaking Throughout Maine......

Maine Fall Foliage Report
October 14, 2015

Foliage Color Peaking Throughout Maine

 

 

 

 

Augusta, MAINE (October 14, 2015) - Peak leaf color is spreading throughout the state, according to the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.  Forest Rangers in all tracking zones are reporting 70 percent to 100 percent color and moderate leaf drop of 50 percent.
“Now is the time to grab your cameras and get outdoors. Maine is surrounded by the beautiful colors of fall with just enough green in many of the oaks to make for spectacular photography,” according to Gale Ross, fall foliage coordinator. “As predicted, because of our warm September, Maine’s fall foliage season has been extended by one week, well into mid- to late-October,” Ross noted.
Fall is a time to recognize the importance of the harvest season and Harvest on the Harbor is an event with a specific focus on local products, agriculture and culinary creations. Food lovers will delight in the gathering of Portland area restaurants, Maine farmers, food artisans, fisherman and local chefs. The event starts on Wednesday, Oct. 21 and ends on Sunday, Oct. 25.
Four Mount Desert Island communities will be hosting the 12th Annual MDI Marathon this weekend. The 26.2 mile race was named the “Most Scenic Marathon” by Runner’s World magazine and treats participants to breath-taking scenery. Or gather up the family and head to the 31st Annual HarvestFest & KidsFest in York Beach on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This longstanding festival features a variety of activities for kids, live entertainment, local food vendors and a marketplace, featuring crafters from all over New England.
Be sure to snap photos of your fall foliage adventures and share with us at us at www.mainefoliage.com. You can even sign up to receive weekly reports by email.
For more information about fall activities and events in Maine, go to www.visitmaine.com.

Lebanon Fire EMS Goes Pink

 

 

 

In support of October being National Breast Cancer Awareness Month members of the Lebanon Fire EMS Department show off their new pink shirts.

 

Left to Right: Chief Meehan, FF/EMT Rudnicki and FF/EMT Remick

 

Maine CDC Reminds Women of the Importance of Mammograms

 

10/13/2015 11:30 AM EDT

AUGUSTA - During 2015, it is estimated that more than 1,000 Maine women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 180 women will die from the disease. As National Breast Cancer Awareness month continues, the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention reminds women that regular screening mammograms are critical in diagnosing and beginning treatment of the disease.

"While breast cancer is not preventable, early detection of the disease is the best protection,'' said Governor Paul R. LePage. "I encourage women to speak with their doctor about scheduling a mammogram. This simple screening helps to save lives."
The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Cancer Society recommend an annual mammogram starting at age 40, and the United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening every two years for women aged 50-74. Women with a mother or sister who have breast cancer may warrant testing earlier. Not all breast cancer can be felt as a lump on breast exam, which is why a regular mammogram is so important. A screening mammogram can detect breast cancer early, even before symptoms arise.
The Maine CDC Breast and Cervical Health Program can provide information about cancer screening tests and has some resources available for free cancer screenings.
Women must be age 40 or older and meet financial and other program criteria. Interested women are encouraged to call 1-800-350-5180 or 1-207-287-8068; TTY users call Maine Relay 711.
More details can also be found at: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/population-health/bcp/ .

 

 

Lebanon Fire and EMS and the American Red Cross are Hosting an Upcoming Blood drive.

Lebanon Fire and EMS and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive.
Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!

Drive Details:
Site: Lebanon Fire Department
Address: 3 Upper Cross Road,

Lebanon, ME, 04027

Room Name: Bloodmobile
Date: Wed Dec 2, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00: PM

Coordinator Name: J.T. Harmon
Coordinator Phone Number: 207-457-3922
Click here to make an appointment

The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime.
Thank you for supporting the American Red Cross blood program!