Odds of a cloudy day are high, but hopes remain high.
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Opening reception planned for exhibit of astro-photography on display in RFA gallery
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts plan to host an artist reception celebrating the works of regional photographers Ben Pearson and Nick Leadley from 5:30-7 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, at the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery, located in the lobby of the RFA Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main St., in Rangeley. The exhibit continues through Tuesday, […]
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Jay to host Great American Eclipse Party
JAY — The Great American Eclipse Party is set for 2:30-4:30 p.m. Monday, April 8, at French Falls Park on French Falls Lane. The Guided Eclipse Hike will begin at 2:30 p.m. Participants can walk the French Falls Trails as the Moon begins to shadow the Sun. The eclipse will reach peak at 3:31 p.m., […]
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Where to get free solar eclipse glasses before the April 8 event
A variety of national programs have made solar eclipse eye protection available to communities at no charge.
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Maine Office of Tourism urges observers to plan ahead for historic eclipse
Maine prepares to shine on April 8 with first total solar eclipse since 1963.
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Franklin County EMA directors prepare people for April 8 solar eclipse
Director Amanda Simoneau and Deputy Director Sara Bickford have been working for months to make people aware of what the eclipse will mean to routines.
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Businesses are ready for April’s total solar eclipse with celestial-themed doughnuts and beer
There are oodles of special eclipse safety glasses for sale, along with T-shirts emblazoned with clever slogans and other souvenirs – just like the last time the U.S. got a big piece of the total solar eclipse action in 2017.
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Opinion: Sky gazers, beware – April’s solar eclipse coincides with mud season
The annual seasonal closure of Baxter State Park can’t be ignored, even for an event as special as a full solar eclipse.
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‘What a wonder’ a total eclipse can be
As the total eclipse approaches, Mainers who witnessed eclipses in 1932 and 1963 say they were awed at the sight.
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Paul Motts of Bethel will help you chase the April 8 eclipse
Paul Motts shares his experience with eclipses and what to expect on April 8.