Masks not ‘ideal,’ but with weeks of practice behind them, wrestlers get used to wearing coverings during their matches.
2021
Posted inMaine, News
Photos: Annual Polar Bear Dip in Industry invigorating, some say ‘warmer’ than expected
The annual dip in Clearwater Lake brrrought newcomers and old-timers alike together, including people of all ages, in the 28-degree temperatures.
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Beth Israel congregation returns to celebrating Hanukkah together
The celebration in Waterville Sunday, on the eighth and final night of Hanukkah, included a potluck meal, singing, and the traditional lighting of the menorahs.
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Can’t get enough of that ‘muff stuff: Farmington honors earmuff inventor Chester Greenwood at annual celebration
After COVID muffled last year’s event, the annual celebration returned Saturday on a bright chilly day to honor the inventor on his 163rd birthday.
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SKOW-Whoville brings holiday festivity after a pandemic hiatus last year
SKOW-Whoville offered a variety of events, from a holiday parade Friday to “A Search for the Grinch’s Heart” scavenger hunt Saturday.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine, News
Some events returning but pandemic still taking toll on Augusta Civic Center
The delta variant of the coronavirus came along just as bookings were picking up at the city-owned conference center and auditorium.
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Penobscots don’t want ancestors’ scalping to be whitewashed
Most Americans know about atrocities endured by Native Americans after the arrival of European settlers — wars, disease, stolen land.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Vaccinating students seen as key moment as central Maine schools juggle pandemic challenges
With the increase in COVID-19 cases despite using the same guidelines as last year, school districts are seeing large increases in the number of positive cases from just the first few months of school.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Maine CDC reports 876 new COVID-19 cases, four more deaths
The state has more than 300 virus patients hospitalized for the 11th consecutive day.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
View from Away: GOP is right, Build Back Better provides break for the rich
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