RANGELEY — The legendary guide, angler, fly-caster, taxidermist and artist Herb Welch (1879-1960) was a true “Renaissance Man” and made his home just a mile from the Outdoor Heritage Museum in Oquossoc. His various types of artwork now grace the walls of that museum and those of collectors from across the U.S. In the 19th […]
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Looking Back on July 26
100 Years Ago: 1918 Once again Lewiston and Auburn have given the best of their young manhood to swell the stream of American troops now pouring into France. On Friday morning there departed from these cities the largest draft quota of the war, 53 from Lewiston and 90 from Auburn. Of course, there was a […]
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Concert at the Basilica Wednesday
LEWISTON — Organists Mark Thallander and Andrew McKeon will perform today at 12:15 p.m. at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. Their program will feature both solo and duet performances in anticipation of their upcoming performance at New York City’s St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Sunday, July 29. They will perform original works by Thallander […]
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Tisha Bremner to preview yoga videos at upcoming venues
LEWISTON — Join Lewiston native, Tisha Bremner, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT and certified yoga therapist from Inner Light Yoga at the Lewiston Public Library from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, for a preview of her new therapeutic yoga DVDs. These videos were designed to help folks find better strength, flexibility and balance while experiencing the healing effects […]
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Louis Philippe to play Poland Spring gazebo
POLAND — The Poland Spring Preservation Society will be hosting Louis Philippe at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 30. Louis Philippe is a versatile entertainer with more than four decades of music business experience. Phillippe has recorded eight albums and many singles in his recording career and produced more than 60 products released by Reindeer Records. […]
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Looking Back on July 25
100 Years Ago: 1918 Maj. James Moriarty of Lewiston will be elected colonel of the new 3rd Maine Regiment, National Guard at the meeting of the commissioned officers at Augusta, Thursday evening. It was learned here Wednesday that several persons who have announced themselves for office in the new regiment are ineligible to serve. Section […]
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Sylvain's Acadian Aces to give free concert during art walk
L/A Arts announces a free summer concert featuring Sylvain’s Acadian Aces from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 27, in DuFresne Plaza, 72 Lisbon St., Lewsiton. Vocalist and guitarist Robert Sylvain and charismatic fiddler Hawk Kallweit supply a one-two punch that’s instantly compelling and distinctive. With Maine’s own true accordion ace Junior Stevens on button-box, and […]
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Looking Back on July 24
100 Years Ago: 1918 (Lost watch ad): On Sunday, July 21, between Poland Spring and Rockland, a very small oval-shaped wristwatch, with a border of diamonds. Wristband consists of a small black ribbon. Initials E. P. C. on back of case. Finder return to Mrs. M.R. Gano, Poland Spring House, South Poland, Me. Very liberal […]
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Slaid Cleaves to perform at Celebration Barn Theater
The Celebration Barn Theater presents singer-songwriter Slaid Cleaves at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 28. Described as “terse, clear and heartfelt” on NPR’s Fresh Air, his songs speak to timeless truths. Tickets are available for $28 each. All tickets are general admission; members receive priority seating. Lobby and concessions open at 6:30 p.m. Purchasing tickets […]
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Bonnie Faulkner brings “Wings & Words” to Gallery 302
BRIDGTON — Faulkner is the newest guest artist at the gallery, showing fused glass mandalas and artist books from Wednesday, July 25, to Friday, Aug. 31. She will give a talk about her work at 4:30 p.m. Friday, July 27, with a reception following from 5 to 7 p.m. About her work, Faulkner says, “Fused […]