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6 things you need to know about this year’s Dempsey Challenge in Lewiston

by Mark LaFlamme 10 hours agoSeptember 15, 2026

Actor Patrick Dempsey will be in New Gloucester on Friday and in Lewiston for the Dempsey Challenge on Saturday.

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Pick your fill: Maine’s apple crop is looking great

by Aimsel Ponti September 14, 2026September 14, 2026

With about 100 varieties of apples at Maine orchards for the next several weeks, apple experts have advice on how to get the best.

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A dozen photos capture Maine high school football in the ’90s

by Aimsel Ponti September 14, 2026September 15, 2026

Exciting games including teams from Portland, Old Orchard Beach and Lewiston live on in football folklore.

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7 things to do in central Maine this week include concerts, fairs, comedy show

by STAFF REPORT September 14, 2026September 15, 2026

Bruce in the USA, Josh Blue and Graham Nash concerts are set for Waterville, Waldoboro Theatre plans John Craigie show, The Umbilical Brothers ready for Gardiner show, and the Farmington Fair begins.

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Farmington Fair to bring a week of rides, racing, tradition

by Rebecca Richard September 11, 2026September 11, 2026

The 185th Farmington Fair returns Sept. 20-26 with agricultural events, midway rides, harness racing, exhibits and traditional fair attractions.

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Gardiner Public Library plans book sale for Saturday | Photo

by Joe Phean September 11, 2026September 10, 2026

Staff photographer Joe Phelan captures volunteers setting up for a used book sale.

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Litchfield Fair organizers prepare for opening day | Photo

by Joe Phean September 10, 2026September 9, 2026

Staff photographer Joe Phelan captures the setup of a 4-H display in the exhibition hall.

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Local farm stands offer the best of summer and fall

by Rebecca Richard September 10, 2026September 9, 2026

Farm stands in Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls and Chesterville are offering late-summer produce alongside apples, pumpkins, cider, baked goods and other early fall favorites.