CONWAY — Four local people who are making outstanding contributions to their communities — Mary Bastoni, Peter Fauver, Bernie Livingston and Barbara Theriault — were highlighted at the Gibson Center for Senior Services gala at the Majestic Theatre in Conway last Thursday.
About 140 people attended the event, a benefit for the Gibson Center’s programs, including Meals on Wheels, transportation and services for the homebound.
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