CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Michael Phelps, 34; Monica Potter, 48; Mike Tyson, 53; David Alan Grier, 63. Happy Birthday: It’s time to use your charm, influence and persuasiveness to make a difference. You’ll need to go above and beyond to get others to support your ideas, but with proper preparation and presentation, you can […]
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Franklin Simmons: A forgotten giant of American sculpture got his start in Lewiston
Some of Franklin Simmons’ early work remains on display in the Twin Cities while other pieces of his art may still exist in private hands.
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In verse: Maine places and people
Produced by Dennis Camire This week’s poem is by Ruth Guillard of Bowdoinham. ROBINS IN WINTER By Ruth Guillard I met a man today who talked animatedly about the flock of robins he had seen, jumping chirping, swinging on bare branches. Everyone knows, he said, robins are a sign of spring. I did not tell […]
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Face time: Spinning tunes with Bill Lepack
Not long ago, while trawling YouTube, I discovered the music of Slade, a band that dates back to the late ’60s and yet somehow I’d never heard of them. Absolutely floored by their tunes, I consulted with Bill Lepack, a fellow who lives in Livermore and who I consider an expert on music, the obscure […]
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Where to find the best Maine swimming holes
If you’re looking for a hidden swimming hole, a natural water slide or a place to splash with the kids, we have a dozen places for you to check out in western Maine this summer.
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PHOTO: Mystery Photo for June 23, 2019
Correctly guess where this was taken and be entered into a drawing for a $20 Hannaford gift card.
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Merchant — Kilbreth engagement
CANTON — Mrs. James Merchant of Chesterville is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter, Shelly Merchant, to Joe Kilbreth, son of Scotty and Jacqueline Kilbreth of Canton The future bride is also the daughter of the late James Merchant. She is a graduate of Mt. Blue High School and is employed at Jarden […]
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Wedding: Barnes — Leighton
TURNER — Savannah Barnes of Auburn, the daughter of Laura Stevens of Sabattus and Noel Barnes of Granville, New York, and Tyler Leighton of Auburn, the son of Diane St. Pierre and Brett Leighton of Auburn, were united in marriage June 8 at The Great Outdoors in Turner. Jennifer Richardson officiated. The bride’s stepfather is […]
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Eugenia Last, Aquarius: Make a list of what you want to accomplish
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Melissa Rauch, 39; Jason Mraz, 42; Frances McDormand, 62; Randy Jackson, 63. Happy Birthday: Position yourself and take aim. You can reach your goal and make a difference if you follow through. Have confidence in your ability to get things done. This is not the time or the year to […]
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Dear Abby: Student turning deaf ear to advice
DEAR ABBY: My niece, “Amelia,” was a straight-A student in high school. She took advanced placement courses from 10th grade through 12th and was in all honors classes. She talked about going into the medical field after she got her college degree. Before starting college she wanted to take a year off and just live […]