REVOLUTION CHURCH of Rochester Invites You to a FREE Screening of the Recent Dreamworks Film, "HOME"

 

The REVOLUTION CHURCH

87 Lowell Street, Rochester

invites your family

to a

FREE SCREENING

of the recent

DREAMWORKS FILM

"HOME"

 

Outdoors on the church Lawn

beginning at 8 pm

Saturday Evening, August 29, 2015

 

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!

Infrastructure State Implementation Plan for Demonstration that Maine Complies with the Good Neighbor Requirements of Clean Air Act Section 110(a)(2)(D)(i)(I) for the 2008 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standard

 

 

 

08/28/2015 03:00 PM EDT

The State Implementation Plans (SIPs) are the federally-enforceable plans that identify how the states will attain and/or maintain the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The Department is proposing to amend the Maine SIP by amending the Ozone Infrastructure Plan which certifies to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that Maine's SIP fulfills the infrastructure requirements established in sections 110(a)(1) and (2) of the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments (CAA) for ozone. The CAA requires states to address thirteen basic SIP requirements, including demonstrating that their emissions do not interfere with attainment and maintenance of the NAAQS at downwind locations. This element is addressed in this revision of the plan. This plan will be submitted to EPA as a revision to Maine's State Implementation Plan. Copies of this proposal are available upon request by contacting the Agency contact person or on the DEP website at www.maine.gov/dep/rules/. Pursuant to Maine law, interested parties are publicly notified of the proposed rulemaking and are provided an opportunity for comment. Written comments may be submitted by mail, e-mail or fax to the contact person before the end of the comment period. To ensure the comments are considered, they must include your name and the organization you represent, if any.

Comments must be received before close of business Friday September 28th, 2015. Submit comments to:

Tom Graham
Maine Department of Environmental Protection
State House Station 17
Augusta, Maine 04333-0017
tom.graham@maine.gov

LEBANON TRUTH SEEKERS:Do you have a Car, SuV or boat that you are not using..NHSPCA'S Car Donation Program is looking for you

 

Please consider donating to the NHSPCA, New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. When you do you will be helping us provide a second chance at life and a loving home to over 2,500 animals that turn to us each year. The process is simple ! To donate your vehicle, simply call Courtney at 603-772-2921 X 102 and she will arrange to have it picked up. We will mail you the information for your tax records within 60 days of sale or salvage.

LEBANON VOTE, NOVEMBER 3, 2015, SIGNATURES NEEDED FOR CITIZENS PETITION to CREATE A BOARD OF 5 SELECTMEN.

 

We, as a Town, a Community, are preparing for the

November 3, 2015 Vote,

Lebanon Maine Truth Seekers

would like to encourage all town residents to

GET OUT and VOTE!!

 

There will be many different IMPORTANT items on the November 3 Ballot, and you should all attend the Public Hearing to discuss all ballot question, scheduled for October 20, 2015 at the Lebanon Elementary School, on Upper Guinea Road.

Lebanon Maine Truth Seekers is circulating a Citizen's Petition that is in need of signatures.

 

This petition would ask that the Voters of the Town of Lebanon approve adding 2 positions to our Board of Selectmen, creating a Board of 5 members rather than a Board of 3 members.

 

There are a few reasons why this is being asked of voters.

1. The addition of 2 more Select Board Members would decrease the work load on Selectmen when Town Assessing, Accounts Payable, Permit Approval and other "hands on" jobs are required of them.

2. The addition of 2 more Select Board Members would then make 2 Board Members together for an evening out or a project NOT a quorum of the Board as outlined in Maine State Law, and allow a quorum to then be a minimum of THREE Board Members together, thus lessening the chances of an "illegal meeting" or a "surprise motion".

3. The addition of 2 more Select Board Members would make it a more difficult process for one person, or one group of people to gain outside control of a majority of Board Members.

 

We currently still need over 100 signatures, (total needed is 217 registered Lebanon voters), and we would like to pass this petition in to the Town Clerk on or before the Thursday, September 10, 2015 Board of Selectmen's Meeting for their approval of our petition to be added to the November 3, Election Ballot.

 

Please message us via Facebook and we will get to you,

OR you may e mail Lebanon Maine Truth Seekers at: lebanontruthseekers@Hotmail.com 

Thank you for your consideration.

 

 

 

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SCHOOL HOUSE Ice Cream CRUISE NIGHT Set for September 5th 4-7 pm.

 

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 5

4 pm - 7 pm

SCHOOLHOUSE ICE CREAM

CRUISE NIGHT

Awesome Cars, Great Food, Wonderful People!!

Rochester's BRAND NEW Chill & Grill Location Hosts TRIVIA NIGHT with BUZZ-IN Trivia!

 

Rochester's BRAND NEW Chill & Grill

CANON LOUNGE

45 North Main Street, Rochester, NH

UNION STREET Antiques & Collectibles to Host Saturday August 29 Outdoor Flea Market!!

 

 

SATURDAY AUGUST 29

UNION STREET ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

hosting an

OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET

from 8 am - 3 pm

IN THE UNION STREET PARKING LOT

ROCHESTER NH

 

Happy Pappy's Country Store

 will be serving up some good grub!!

 

MENU:

pulled pork sandwiches

hand cut french fries

hot dogs

fresh homemade muffins

coffee

assorted cold beverages

STOP ON DOWN!! 

IT'S GOING TO BE A BEAUTIFUL DAY!! 

Maine's Best-In-The-Nation Child Immunization Rates Applauded by Maine CDC Director and COO Kenneth Albert.

 

 

 

08/28/2015 09:49 AM EDT

Here is a statement from Maine CDC Director and Chief Operating Officer Kenneth Albert on the recent U.S. CDC report that shows Maine's vaccination rates for 19-35-month olds are the best in the nation:

These results are a cause for celebration and reflect an effective partnership that has been built across the State to address this important health issue. Our success can be attributed to the hard work of clinicians, partners, educators and funders who have collectively made the vaccination of Maine's children a public health priority.

We're proud of what has been accomplished and look forward to working with our partners to build upon this success in the coming year.

Department of Labor Offering NO CHARGE Workplace Safety Classes in September

 

08/28/2015 11:05 AM EDT

*Space is available for classes in Augusta, Bangor, Brunswick, Ellsworth, Presque Isle, Springvale and Wilton.*

AUGUSTA-The Maine Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Standards is hosting its no-charge safety courses for employers and employees throughout September. Visit the class registration page or call 1-877-SAFE 345 (1-877-723-3345) to register for any class.

"Safety in the workplace is everybody's business," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Our SafetyWorks! program educates employers and staff alike on the hazards in the workplace, the importance of safety and how to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses. Visit safetyworksmaine.com to learn more and view upcoming classes."

Courses are held at no charge to employers and their employees. Courses are held at the SafetyWorks! Training Institute at the Maine Department of Labor, 45 Commerce Drive in Augusta unless otherwise noted.

Accident Investigation / Injury Analysis: September 1, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

When work doesn't go as planned, accidents and near-misses happen. Investigating these incidents can prevent similar or even more serious problems from happening. Learn how to conduct a thorough accident/incident investigation and how to use your results to prevent future accidents.

10-Hour Construction Standards: September 10 and 11, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Presque Isle CareerCenter, 66 Spruce St, Presque Isle

This one-and-a-half day course gives basic information on several of the OSHA standards for construction (29 CFR 1926). Attendees who complete the course will receive an OSHA 10-hour course completion certificate. Class runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on day one and from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on day two.

30-Hour Construction Standards: September 14 through 18, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This five-day course introduces attendees new to construction safety and health to the OSHA standards (29 CFR 1926). Attendees who complete all five days will receive OSHA 30-hour construction course certificates.

Forklift Operator Training: September 21, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This class is designed for new operators. The instruction will involve classroom and hands-on training. Training will include performing a forklift inspection and use of the department's "new forklift simulator." This training does not meet the requirements to qualify the participant to be a "qualified operator." Only the employer can provide such certification.

10-Hour General Industry Standards: September 24 and 25, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The one-and-a-half-day course offers basic information on a variety of general industry safety and health standards (29 CFR 1910). Attendees who complete the course will receive an OSHA 10-hour course completion certificate. Class runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on day one and 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on day two.

OSHA Recordkeeping: September 24, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Bangor CareerCenter, 45 Oak Street, Suite 3, Bangor

This class provides thorough and comprehensive six-hour training for both new and experienced safety and human resources personnel. You will learn the OSHA rule (29 CFR 1904) regarding recording and reporting work-related injuries and illnesses as it applies to your organization. This class includes several hands-on activities on how to correctly fill out the required injury reporting forms. This class will include updates to the OSHA Recordkeeping Standard (29 CFR 1904), which went into effect January 1, 2015.

Laws Governing Workplace Rights

- September 22, 9 a.m. to noon, Ellsworth, Ellsworth Town Hall, 1 City Hall Avenue - September 22, 9 a.m. to noon, Springvale CareerCenter, 9 Bodwell Court - September 23, 9 a.m. to noon, Presque Isle CareerCenter, 66 Spruce Street, Suite 1 - September 23, 9 a.m. to noon, Southern Midcoast CareerCenter, 275 Bath Road, Brunswick - September 30, 9 a.m. to noon, Southern Midcoast CareerCenter, 275 Bath Road, Brunswick - September 30, 9 a.m. to noon, Wilton CareerCenter, 865 US Route 2E

This course is designed for human resource or benefits professionals, accountants, business owners, managers, or payroll supervisors. Labor laws can be complex. This seminar covers wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, youth employment, severance pay, equal pay, leave requirements (family medical leave, family sick leave, and domestic violence) and break requirements. Also, addresses commonly asked labor related questions.

Interested employers can learn more about the courses and register at http://www.safetyworksmaine.com , click "More Classes" from the homepage. Space is limited so reservations are required.

SafetyWorks! is not OSHA and cannot issue fines or citations to private businesses.

While SafetyWorks! helps businesses of any size, priority is given to small businesses. The program trains about 8,000 people and consults at nearly 1,000 worksites in Maine each year. Employers interested in learning more about the consulting and training services offered by SafetyWorks! should call 1-877-SAFE 345 (1-877-723-3345) or visit http://www.safetyworksmaine.com .

The Bureau of Labor Standards is Maine's regulatory agency overseeing labor and employment law and workplace safety; it provides both consultation and enforcement services. The division promotes and achieves compliance with labor standards to protect and enhance the welfare of Maine's workforce.

The State of Maine is an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available to individuals with disabilities upon request.

Maine Department of Labor Fall Job Fairs Scheduled Around Maine

 

 

08/28/2015 12:25 PM EDT

*Employers can reserve tables while job seekers brush up their resumes*

AUGUSTA-Fall job fair season is about to begin around Maine, providing an opportune time for job seekers looking for work. The Department of Labor's network of 12 CareerCenters will be sponsoring and/or participating in several career fairs. Hundreds of employers will be hiring for both permanent and seasonal positions.

"Employers are recruiting at Maine's CareerCenters," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Our monthly job fairs make connections between job seekers and their next position. Each CareerCenter offers several workshops that can help you write a better resume, brush up on your interviewing skills, and prepare to meet with employers. I urge employers and job seekers alike to contact your local CareerCenter."

Job seekers who need to update their resume or practice their interviewing skills should contact a CareerCenter for no-cost help. To find more information about jobs fairs across the state or to locate the closest CareerCenter and information about job training programs, visit the CareerCenter website, http://www.mainecareercenter.com .

"Many people may avoid going to a job fair to apply to their dream job because they doubt their skills or their ability to pay for training or returning to school," said Labor Commissioner Jeanne S. Paquette. "Whether you have a dream job in mind or just want to improve your career prospects, we urge you contact your local CareerCenter. There may be ways we can help you prepare for a job fair, brush up your skills with a specific course we recommend, or retrain for an entirely different career. We have many programs right now that can assist job seekers at any stage of their career, including the long-term unemployed."

The following job fairs have been scheduled to date around Maine:

 

Springvale CareerCenter - September 14, 10 a.m. to noon,

- August 31, 3 to 6 p.m. Augusta CareerCenter - September 9, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Greater Portland CareerCenter - September 10, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lewiston CareerCenter - September 15, 2 to 5 p.m., Skowhegan CareerCenter - September 21, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Machias CareerCenter - September 23, 3 to 6 p.m., Waterville Public Library - September 28, 3 to 6 p.m. Augusta CareerCenter - October 5, Lewiston CareerCenter - October 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Greater Portland CareerCenter - October 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aroostook Centre Mall, Presque Isle - October 26, 3 to 6 p.m. Augusta CareerCenter - November 2, Lewiston CareerCenter - November 4, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Greater Portland CareerCenter - November 30, 3 to 6 p.m. Augusta CareerCenter - December 7, Lewiston CareerCenter

Businesses interested in participating in these events and other no-cost hiring services that the department provides, such as Maine's Job Bank, should contact their local CareerCenter.

CareerCenters offer a variety of workshops and services to help people find employment or upgrade skills. Each center provides several public-access computer workstations with Microsoft Office software for resume writing and cover letter, Internet access and O'Net software for skills assessment. All CareerCenter services are free of charge.

Maine CareerCenters are an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

LEBANON TRUTH SEEKERS: BACK TO SCHOOL ON WEDNESDAY! REMEMBER TO STOP FOR SCHOOL BUSES

BACK TO SCHOOL!

School starts in MSAD 60 on Wednesday, Sept. 2. As many residents know, this means that children will be out and about, getting ready for school, and waiting for their buses. Please keep this in mind as you are driving through town to ensure the safety of all local children.

There is a donation box at the Lebanon Town Office on Upper Guinea Road to anyone who would like to contribute school supplies for local students who need them and may not be as able as others in getting them. All donations will be distributed to children at the Hanson and Lebanon Elementary schools