The River Comics Comedy Productions presents two stand-up comedy shows over Black Friday weekend. The four members of The River Comics Comedy Productions team – Leonard Kimble, Nick Gordon, Nic Dufault, and Ian MacDonald – will each perform a set during a special fundraiser night to benefit the Good Shepard Food Bank of Maine at […]
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Jolly Gifts aims to spread Christmas cheer in Auburn, Winslow areas
In an effort to help children and families in need, Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish and Corpus Christi Parish will host Jolly Gifts, an initiative that aims to warm hearts and offer support to community members as they prepare for Christmas. All are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy or gift to the Jolly […]
Maine comics to compete for cash prize in comedy contest
A one-night only comedy contest at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18, at Lost Valley Brewpub in Auburn. Some of Maine’s best comics will compete for votes with the winner walking away with a $500 cash prize. Competitors are Adam Hatch, Al Ghanekar, Cheech, Crystal Bernard, Gabe Beury-Moore, Johnny Ater, Keith Hebert, and Timmy Elliott. […]
Community Little Theatre announces lineup of shows for 83rd season
The L/A Community Little Theatre will open its 83rd season in January with the critically acclaimed comedy “It’s Only a Play” by Terrence McNally. Directed by veteran CLT performer, director, and choreographer Eileen Messina, “It’s Only a Play” will run January 19-22 and 26-29. Laughs ensue during an opening night party at a luxurious Manhattan […]
Auburn library’s Nov. 15 talk to cover book on Minot traveler
Author Elizabeth Letts plans to join Auburn Public Library via Zoom at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, to talk about her book, “The Ride of Her Life: the True Story of a Woman, Her Horse, and Their Last-Chance Journey Across America.” The main character, Annie Wilkins, was from Minot, according to a news release from […]
Lewiston man pleads guilty to stealing from Wilton church, theft of gun and catalytic converters
Christopher W. Veillieux, 34, is also required to pay $14,600.20 in restitution.
Magic and illusion show planned for Franco Center stage Nov. 12
Markus and Angelique Steelgrave plan to present their family friendly show of magic and illusion at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Franco Center, 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Their show will feature magic and illusion, juggling, upbeat music, clean comedy, and plenty of good-natured audience participation, said Angelique Steelgrave, according to a news […]
Army Reserve veteran searches for his long-lost duffel bag and offers reward to anyone who finds it
Bruce Livingston, 77, of Hallowell was a member of the Army Reserve’s 619th Transportation Co. when his original duffel bag was swapped for another more than 50 years ago.
Auburn secures grant to encourage more rental housing
The program, with the addition of $250,000 from MaineHousing, is meant to increase the supply of affordable housing in Auburn.