The event celebrating 200 years of statehood was expected to draw hundreds of people to the Augusta Armory.
Kelley Bouchard
Staff Writer
Kelley writes about some of the most critical aspects of Maine’s economy and future growth, including transportation, immigration, retail and small business, commercial development and tourism, with emphasis on consumer issues, sustainability and minority ownership. Her wider experience includes municipal and state government, education, history, human rights, health and elder care, the environment and the housing crisis. A Maine native and University of Maine graduate, she was a college intern for two summers at the former Lewiston Evening Journal. She previously worked at the Ipswich Chronicle, Beverly Times and Salem Evening News in Massachusetts. Favorite pastimes include gardening, cooking for family and friends, streaming foreign TV series and kayaking at camp.
Posted inBicentennial, Local & State
It’s a celebration 200 years in the making
‘It isn’t just history buffs’ anticipating Maine’s bicentennial – two centuries of statehood. The marquee event is next Sunday at the Augusta Armory.
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Maine Senate advances oil tank emissions bill
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Rep. Pingree tries to delay opening of ICE facility in Scarborough
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Why is Portland’s airport called a jetport and known by the letters PWM?
Portland International Jetport serves more passengers than ever, despite some name-related head-scratching.
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Abyssinian Meeting House floor renovation in Portland’s East End reveals important history
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Two people killed in separate snowmobile crashes in northern Maine
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Guidance issued for advertising marijuana products in Maine
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How did Dirigo become Maine’s motto?
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