100 years ago, 1917Dreams of a trolley road that would serve the East Avenue section of Lewiston is fair to come true. G. W. Bowie, superintendent of the Lewiston, Augusta and Waterville street railway announced Tuesday that if certain results were accomplished that construction of a new loop would be started this spring. The new […]
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Poland author writing fourth 'Cooper and Packrat'
POLAND — Islandport Press announced it has signed award-winning author Tamra Wight of Poland to write a fourth installment in her popular “Cooper and Packrat” middle grade eco-adventure series. “Mystery of the Bear Cub” is scheduled for released in October. The book includes illustrations from Massachusetts artist Carl DiRocco. It takes place at the lakeside Wilder Family Campground, […]
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Reggie Harris to perform Concert for a Cause
Proceeds will benefitTrinity Jubilee Center AUBURN — Concerts for a Cause, the new series at the First Universalist Church, Unitarian Universalist of Auburn, will host singer-songwriter, lecturer and cultural ambassador Reggie Harris on April 7. The show is from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the church at 159 Pleasant St. Steeped in the tradition of […]
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CLT director: Expect powerful production of 'Gypsy'
AUBURN — “Gypsy” opens Friday, March 31, on the Community Little Theatre stage and director Paul Caron promises a powerful production of this iconic musical. “The focus will be on the actors and the dynamics between the characters. Various layers will come through in this production,” Caron said. In this show, Mama Rose will show […]
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Looking Back on March 25
100 years ago, 1917The Lewiston and Auburn Rotary Club plighted itself Tuesday to back up the National Guard. Never has firmer purpose been shown in any gathering of civilians in this community than at the luncheon-session of this club. The deep feelings are indeed stirring and a patriotic sentiment for national integrity is growing. Fifty […]
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Franco Center adult prom theme: Under the Sea
LEWISTON — Prom Night — Just Like High School — Only Better! will be held Friday and Saturday, April 7 and 8, at The Dolard & Priscilla Gendron Franco Center. Hours both nights are 7 to 11:30 p.m. in Heritage Hall, 46 Cedar St. The theme is Under the Sea! “Bring your friends and join […]
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'Delicious Foods' author to read at Bates
Novelist James Hannaham, whose “Delicious Foods” received high praise and many honors including the 2016 Pen/Faulkner Award For Fiction and recognition as a Best Book of the Year by NPR and Kirkus, will read from his work at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 30, at Bates College in the lounge at Chase Hall, 56 Campus […]
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Cold Blue Steel to Perform at Mixers
Country band Cold Blue Steel will play, beginning at 8:30 p.m., Friday, March 24, at Mixers. Cold Blue Steel hails from the backwoods of Central Maine, playing a mix of high-energy classic and modern country music, with a little southern rock, and a little classic rock. There is no cover charge.
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Dana Gross and "Los Federales" to Perform, March 24
Dana Gross and Los Federales will perform at 8 p.m., Friday, March 24, at Guthries in Lewiston. There is no cover charge. Gross has been performing around the East coast for over a decade. Part of the “cosmic americana” outfit, “Los Federales,” for many years, Gross began a solo career in 2007. Having been nominated […]
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"The Veggies" to Play at Fastbreaks, March 25
LEWISTON— Local classic rock band, The Veggies, will be playing at 8 p.m., Saturday, March 25, at Fastbreaks, located at 1465 Lisbon St., Lewiston. There will be no cover charge. The Veggies perform a wide array of music ranging from 70’s to some of today’s hit country and rock songs. The band-members are, Donnie Hebert […]