100 Years Ago: 1920 A picnic luncheon will be held in the vestry of the Congregational Church, Lewiston, Tuesday April 13 at one o’clock to which all ladies of the church are cordially invited to come. Those wishing to attend are asked to notify Mrs. George P. Emmons of 8 Howe Street, if possible on […]
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Looking Back on April 9
100 Years Ago: 1920 The senior class of Stephens High School will have a social and dance at the school building Friday evening. Al Melanson’s Novelty orchestra will furnish music. The program will begin at 7.30. 50 Years Ago: 1970 Kora Temple’s 17th annual Shrine Circus will visit the Twin Cities next weekend, with performances […]
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Looking Back on April 8
100 Years Ago: 1920 Col. Charles Osgood gave $20,000 worth of bonds to the Central Maine General Hospital Sunday as an ” Easter present.” It was the largest gift ever received by the hospital and was appreciated at this time when increased costs of operations require more in the history of the institution. The gift was […]
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Washburn-Norlands Living History Center seeking vendors for summer festival
Artists, crafters, and historical exhibitors are needed for the biennial Strawberry Festival & Heritage Day from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, at The Washburn-Norlands Living History Center in Livermore. Crafters and artists are welcome to exhibit, demonstrate, and/or sell original artwork. All items must be handmade, not mass produced, store bought, re-sale, or […]
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Historical novel focused on Lewiston written by local author
“The Enclave,” a historical novel published last July by local author Suzanne R. Roy, is set in Lewiston in 1890. It touches on the lives of the immigrant mill workers and small business owners who brought their language and traditions from French Canada to this city. Reminding readers that there was a time when trolley […]
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Chocolate Church Arts Center presenting Max Ater, Jud Caswell concerts online
BATH — The Chocolate Church Arts Center is continuing to present Live from Home, a series of concerts by regional musicians in their homes that can be streamed online by audience members via Facebook. Perforances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 10, with country-pop songwriter Max Ater, and Saturday, April 11, with folk […]
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Deadline extended for State-Fish Art Contest
The Wildlife Forever State-Fish Art Contest has aligned with the World Fish Migration Foundation and Jeremy Wade, celebrity host of “River Monsters,” to promote global awareness of migratory fish. Youth who participate in the Fish Art Contest can win special prizes and recognition when Wade announces the winners of the Fish Migration Award on Friday, […]
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Looking Back on April 7
100 Years Ago: 1920 The directors of both the Lewiston and the Auburn Chambers of Commerce will meet Monday afternoon, when it is expected that the report of the committee to investigate possible means of daylight saving in the community will be accepted. 50 Years Ago: 1970 Final preparations are underway this week for the […]
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Fun Run presents Ladybug Family Dance Party concert live online
TURNER – Fun Run, Maine-based kindie rock band, will present a virtual concert for children of all ages from their living room at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, on Facebook Live. Fun Run brings family-friendly sing-along songs to children that parents enjoy as well. Their songs tell stories that range from adventurous dogs and […]
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Public Theatre cancels upcoming productions
The Public Theatre in Lewiston, after careful consideration, has made the difficult decision to postpone the production of “Middletown” until next season. The co-production with Maine State Music Theatre of “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” as well as the children’s show, “The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow” have also been canceled. The Public […]