While organizers say the event honors Fatima, it also marks the anniversary of a battle against Muslims.
2017
Arboretum unveils new chestnut information panels
The panels are in an area off the property’s outer loop trail where 11 blight-resistant American chestnut trees were planeted over the last two years.
Russian opposition backers rally on Putin’s 65th birthday
Protesters heed Alexei Navalny’s call to pressure authorities into letting him enter the presidential race.
Central Maine business briefs
New drug-packaging system debuts at Kennebec Pharmacy & Home Care; Gifford’s wins World Daiy Expo honors for ice cream flavors.
Kennebec Journal Oct. 7 police log
Augusta area police reports for Oct. 7, 2017.
Maine rapper Spose pulls off album in 24 hours
He collaborates with 50 musicians and producers at a Windham recording studio.
Morning Sentinel Oct. 7 police log
Waterville area police reports for Oct. 7, 2017.
Group removes dam to get alewives to China Lake
While the group celebrates the end of a yearlong project, residents say they miss the wildlife that used to be in the area.
Car hits pedestrians outside London museum
A man is in custody, and a number of people are injured.
Hallowell council to discuss Dummer House relocation
The city hopes to have the historic Dummer House moved and a new parking lot built on its current lot before the end of the year.