100 years ago, 1917If you see a Lewiston policeman smiling, you know he’s thinking of next Wednesday, when he will hear the clink of the city’s gold for three months’ pay. Some of the merchants who have extended credit all this time are smiling, also. 50 years ago, 1967A well-known Lewiston business establishment has been […]
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Harvest Reception slated for Oct. 18
LEWISTON — The Lewiston Education Fund has announced its eighth annual Harvest Reception and Tasting for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, at Fish Bones American Grill. The event will feature a five-course dinner with wine pairings, a door prize, raffles and silent auction, all while highlighting local businesses that support educational opportunities, provided by the […]
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Finnish-American Society to host musicians
WEST PARIS — The Finnish-American Heritage Society will present Oksat, a kantele ensemble led by Sarah Cummings, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, at Mission Church, 15 Church St. Earlier this summer, the group of musicians performed in Finland at Sommelo International Folk Music Festival. There is no charge and the public is invited.
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Area artist bringing his comic books to Great Falls Expo
LEWISTON — Former area resident Michael Mitchell will be a featured guest at The Great Falls Comic Expo at the Lewiston Armory, Saturday, Sept.23. The Expo will include many other talented artists and writers along with selected “cosplayers” who will dress up as their favorite characters from well recognized comic book heroes and characters. Tickets are […]
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'DIVA … REPRISE!' in Rangeley on Sept. 12
RANGELEY — Rangeley Friends of the Arts presents a shortened version of its summer “DIVA” for the BikeMaine layover: “DIVA — A Night at the Tonys — REPRISE!” at 5 and 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12. Music from Tony Award-winning musicals will be presented in a variety show format, performed by local talent. There will […]
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Maine State Music Theater announces 2018 lineup
BRUNSWICK — Maine State Music Theatre has announced the titles headlining its 60th year. They are: “Million Dollar Quartet,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Saturday Night Fever” and “Singin’ in the Rain.” The first show is June 6-23 tells the story of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins were brought together by […]
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Coig, Heatons at Bangor Celtic fest
BANGOR — Cape Breton super-group Coig and Boston’s Matt & Shannon Heaton will debut the Bangor Celtic Crossroads Festival at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept. 15 and 16, at the Hammond Street Congregational Church. Còig includes Darren McMullen, who plays guitar, mandolin, mandola, banjo, bouzouki whistle and flute and vocals, Rachel Davis on fiddle […]
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Wanted: photos of 'People and Places with Heart'
BETHEL — The Mahoosuc Land Trust is looking for those special photographs, original artworks and sculpture that express the uniqueness of the environment, people, and communities of western Maine. This year’s theme is “People and Places with Heart.” All entries will be displayed at the Mahoosuc Land Trust office, 162 North Road, Bethel as part […]
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'Art on Campus' brings emerging artists to UMF
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington kicks off the 2017-18 school year with a vibrant new arts initiative that brings the creative works of emerging artists to the UMF campus, year-round. The new UMF “Art on Campus” program exhibits the expressive work of two artists per semester in UMF’s Mantor Library. Artist talks will […]
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Looking Back on August 30
100 years ago, 1917Walter Bullock, the 17-year-old Minnesota aviator, has been in Lewiston for some time looking over the field and getting his bearings. His machine arrived Wednesday night and was carried to the fairgrounds Thursday morning. The work of assembling it will start at once. Whether or not he will make a trial flight […]