Lewiston-based musician Chris Robley has released his newest album, “A Filament In the Wilderness of What Comes Next.” Robley established a career as a singer-songwriter opening for shows by Wye Oak, Thao Nguyen (of Thao & the Get Down Stay Down). NPR said about his music, “Dark, romantic strains take flight. This gothic, orchestral indie-pop […]
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Maine Event Comedy presents the fifth annual Tightest Five comedy contest
Any stand-up comedian will tell you they have a tight five minutes, but who has The Tightest Five? Twenty-four of New England’s rising comedy stars will give it their best shot in Maine Event Comedy’s fifth annual Tightest Five contest. The first preliminary round will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 16, at […]
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Three juveniles arrested in fatal weekend Lewiston fire
The youths, who are in their early teens, were taken to a detention facility.
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Christie Ray Trio to play at Franco Center
Local star Christie Ray brings her trio to the Gendron Franco Center on Friday, Sept. 17, to promote the release of her new album, “Night Life.” Along with original music, Ray plays popular covers from The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones, and more. Tickets are $15. Doors open at 6 p.m. Full bar. Great […]
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Lewiston cremation business owner offered a chance to regain funeral license — someday
State oversight panel proposed a deal that would keep Ken Kincer out of the business for at least a decade.
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St. Dom’s plans to celebrate 80th anniversary
AUBURN — In celebration of its 80-year history, Saint Dominic Academy plans to host a weekend of anniversary events and activities. Friday, Sept. 24 The 80th anniversary dinner will be held at the academy’s Auburn campus, at 121 Gracelawn Ave. The food will be provided by Cook’s Lobster & Ale House in Bailey Island, an […]
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Man killed in Lewiston fire identified; dozens left homeless
The State Fire Marshal’s Office says Felicien K. Betu, 70, died from injuries he suffered after jumping out a window on the top floor of the four-story apartment house.
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The Oasis of Music returns with sitarist David Pontbriand
The Oasis of Music returns to the downstairs chapel of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul with sitarist David Pontbriand, who will perform at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday Sept. 15, at 122 Ash St., in Lewiston. Pontbriand began his journey with the sitar in 1973. His story is an exception to the rule, in that […]
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Man dies after jumping from burning apartment building on Blake Street in Lewiston
LEWISTON — One man died after jumping from the fourth floor of an apartment building at 226 Blake St. on Saturday as a fire swept through the building. Lewiston Fire Inspector Paul Ouellette said the four-story building was heavily damaged by fire on the third and fourth floors. The fire was reported shortly before 5 […]
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9/11 proved a ‘huge turning point’ for a Lewiston minister
Exposed to the ‘frailty of the world’ by the attack, a New Jersey ‘theater kid’ discovered a bigger world outside her small town and a desire to make a positive difference.