Why the Aroostook County city was named for an animal now extinct in the state remains something of a mystery.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Skowhegan’s Sweet Dreams Project brings gifts to 800 kids in its 10th year
Deb Tanner, who started the project in 2016, said the growth comes from an increased need among people in Somerset County.
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A new book explores conflicts created by the seal population recovery
‘A Year with Seals’ is Midcoast journalist Alix Morris’ first book.
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Brunswick native plays with paradoxes – and multiple selves – in ‘Tim Travers’ movie
Samuel Dunning plays mad scientist Tim Travers in a new campy science fiction film created by Stimson Snead.
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An anonymous Christmas gift in Waterville shows the power of kindness | Column
Giving to those less fortunate is impactful during the holiday season, Amy Calder writes.
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Holiday decorating is a small business in Maine with big potential
Not just a service for the wealthy, home decorators can reduce stress, enhance your holiday look.
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7 Maine events this week include ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ and Vigorous Tenderness
Also, Pink Talking Fish performs at the State Theatre.
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Dar Williams travels to Maine on the ‘Hummingbird Highway’
The singer-songwriter plays in Brownfield on Dec. 27.
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These Maine homes get lit for the holidays
There are over-the-top home displays this year in Cumberland, South Portland, Gray, Limington, Monmouth, Waterville and Winslow, among other places.
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Waterville student thrives despite the odds | Column
‘Don’t let anybody tell you what you can and can’t do,’ Brianna Roach urges as she nears graduation from Thomas College and reflects on what she’s overcome to reach this point.