100 years ago, 1917The evils of the kitchen bar room are brought forcibly to mind by a case that Sheriff Stevens’ officer has recently hunted out in Lewiston. Certain children have been known to be intoxicated. The officers are confident that the children have gotten the liquor in their own home. The deputies are informed […]
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Looking Back on March 11
100 years ago, 1917The results of the past, present process and possibilities of the futurein the moving pictures business were brought to the attention of Lewiston and Auburn people by Eugene Farnsworth of Boston, president of the Society Players’ Film Co., at a banquet in the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce rooms, Wednesday evening. Mr. Farnsworth […]
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"Oklahoma!" coming to Monmouth in April
MONMOUTH — The Monmouth Community Players will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s premiere musical collaboration, “Oklahoma!”. The show opens at Cumston Hall on Friday, April 21. Show times are as follows: April 21,22,28, and 29: 7:30 p.m.; April 23 and 30: 2 p.m. Tickets are $14 for general admission and $12 for students and seniors. […]
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Edward Little biographer to sign books Friday at E.L.
AUBURN — On Friday, March 17, from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m., local author and historian Douglas Hodgkin will hold a book signing in the library at Edward Little High School for his new book, “Dear Parent: A Biography and Letters of Edward Little.” Hodgkin, president of the Androscoggin Historical Society, began working on his book in […]
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Poet January Gill O'Neill at UMF Thursday
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington will host award-winning poet January Gill O’Neil as the next reader in its notable Visiting Writers Series. The reading will take place at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 16 in The Landing in the UMF Olsen Student Center. The reading is free and open to the public, to be followed by […]
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Mystery author at Waterford Library
Author Bruce Robert Coffin, former Portland detective sergeant, will read from his latest book, “Among the Shadows, A Detective Byron Mystery.” The reading will be held on Saturday, March 11, at 2 p.m., at the Waterford Library. There will be books available for purchase and signing. FMI, www.waterford.lib.me.us or 583-2050.
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Looking Back on March 10
100 years ago, 1917Charles D. Hasty of Auburn shipped this week to Aroostook county, three express loads of magnificent draft horses. One of these loads went on Wednesday to Presque Isle; another on Thursday to Fort Fairfield. While all were splendid animals, this latter load was declared by good judges to be the best over […]
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Shiretown Bookers announce spring exhibition
FARMINGTON — The Shiretown Bookers announce the exhibit, “To Sail Beyond the Sunset: The Influence of The Odyssey,” running March 15 to June 15 in its gallery at Mantor Library, 116 South St. The story of Odysseus’ homeward wanderings has stirred the adventurous imagination for nearly 3,000 years and has served as inspiration for many great poems, […]
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'Wrong for Each Other' rom-com next at Public Theatre
Written by author of ‘Ladies Foursome’ LEWISTON — The Public Theatre presents the East Coast premiere of the delightful romantic comedy, “Wrong for Each Other,” playing March 17-26. Do opposites really attract? When a chance meeting in a restaurant reunites a previously mismatched couple, sparks are ignited as they flash back through the highs and […]
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The Cover Tones at Fusion
The Cover Tones, a 5-piece classic rock, dance cover band hailing from the greater Portland area, performs at 9 p.m., Saturday, March 11, at Fusion nightclub at the Ramada Inn, 490 Pleasant St., Lewiston. There is no cover charge.