Area musicians are invited to contact the orchestra for a chance to play in the company’s 34th season in Topsham and Lewiston
2023
Spanish soccer federation fires national team coach amid controversy over suspended president
Jorge Vilda was among those who applauded Luis Rubiales when he refused to resign despite facing widespread criticism for kissing a player on the lips without her consent.
Auburn Community Concert Band invites new members to join
The Auburn Community Concert Band is looking for new members. This is an ideal opportunity for former high school and college band musicians to again experience the enjoyment of making music and performing in front of large audiences. Currently, the Auburn band has a specific need for additional clarinet players. Members must be able to […]
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Robert Mac and Friend(s) to perform at the Chocolate Church Arts Center
Comedian Robert Mac and Friend(s) plan to perform at 7;30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, at the Chocolate Church Arts Center, 804 Washington St. in Bath. Mac started in standup in the last century and is finally figuring it out. Highlights include performing at Just For Laughs in Montreal (the industry’s premier festival), winning Comedy Central’s […]
As sports betting spikes, help for problem gamblers expands in some states
More states are requiring at least a portion of sports wagering revenues to go toward helping addicted gamblers.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID, but president’s results negative so far
WASHINGTON — First lady Jill Biden tested positive for COVID-19 Monday but is experiencing only mild symptoms, her spokeswoman said. President Joe Biden was tested for the virus following his wife’s positive test, but his results were negative. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the president would continue testing regularly and would be monitored […]
Congress returns to prevent shutdown while Republicans weigh impeachment
The House is scheduled to meet for just 11 days before the government’s fiscal year ends on Sept. 30.
U.S. Open: Madison Keys powers past Pegula to reach quarterfinals
Madison Keys, the No. 17 seed and 2017 runner-up at Flushing Meadows, rolls past fellow American and third-seeded Jessica Pegula.
MLB roundup: Astros surge past Rangers to stay ahead in wild-card race
Houston scores six runs in the seventh inning and pound out 16 hits to rally to a 13-6 win over Texas.