Long seen as emblematic of Maine’s hardworking ethos, lobstering holds an outsized influence on the state’s electorate and politicians from both parties want to show voters that they are on board.
2022
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Maine Voices: More effort must be made to protect children in state care
Meaningful reform of the state’s Office of Child and Family Services will require input from people who have firsthand experience of its workings.
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Obituary: Mary D. Finley
SKOWHEGAN – Mary D. Finley passed away peacefully Sept. 7, 2022, at the age of 91, while out for a ride …
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Obituary: David D. Lajoie
AUGUSTA – David D. Lajoie, 80, died Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, at the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta, following a …
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Obituary: June B. Bouford
SKOWHEGAN – June B. Bouford, 97, of Skowhegan, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, at Redington Memorial Home in Skowhegan. …
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Obituary: Jean M. “Duke” Dulac
AUGUSTA – Jean M. “Duke” Dulac, 88, passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Sept. 7, 2022.
Duke was …
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Obituary: Richard M. Bumgardner
PROSPECT – Sgt. 1st Class Richard Mike Baumgardner, (a/k/a Richard M. Bumgardner) 83, died Sept. 6, 2022, at home in Prospect. …
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Leeds Historical Society plans fall walks
Members of the Leeds Historical Society plan to walk, talk about and explore several places of historical note in town this fall. Rain date and times for all the walks are on the next day at the same time. There will be ticks and possible wet areas, so participants should dress appropriately and bring bug […]
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Kents Hill Orchard event to feature heritage cars, apples Sept. 17
Kents Hill Orchard is set to host a Classic/Fancy Auto Show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, during the peak of McIntosh season for picking apples at the orchard at 1625 Main St. The rain date is Sunday, Sept. 18. All makes and models of cars are invited. McIntosh became Maine’s number […]
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Skowhegan class of ’63 breakfast set for Oct. 7
Skowhegan High School’s class of 1963 breakfast is set for 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 7, at Wentworth’s Country Diner, 347 Waterville Road in Norridgewock. Those who plan to attend are asked to RSVP by Oct. 1 by calling 207-858-0946. Check out other upcoming area events!