Artist Heather Newton Brown returns to the Denmark Arts Center with a new exhibit, “Form and Fold.” There will be an opening reception from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1. Fabric is an important part of our lives and becomes a vibrant and tactile part of our memory. Clothes, furniture, tapestries, and bedding create feelings […]
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Gawler Family Band coming to Celebration Barn
The Gawler Family Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Celebration Barn Theater in South Paris. This musical performance by the “fun-loving, folk-singing, fiddle-playing family from the heart of Maine” is suitable for all ages. The Gawler Family Band (John and Ellen Gawler and their daughters Molly, Edith, and Elsie, […]
AUTHOR EVENT: Dale Potter-Clark
Local historian will present her new historical novel about the Underground Railroad.
Judge schedules April trial in electricity corridor case
The latest phase of a lawsuit will determine whether the builders of the 145-mile transmission line had done enough work to have ‘vested rights’ in the project, which would nullify a state referendum vote to block it.
Wilton approves changes to general assistance funds
The changes are state-mandated increases to the maximum amount of financial assistance municipalities like Wilton can provide to applicants of the state’s general assistance program.
Wilton discusses concerns with Franklin County budget request
Town Manager Perry Ellsworth raised concerns with the board about needing to file monetary requests for interlocal agreements with unorganized territories paid for by Franklin County. But Ellsworth said he’s hopeful there will be change in the way the Franklin County budget serves municipalities like Wilton.
Rockin’ Recons to play for audience at Poland Spring Inn
The Rockin’ Recons, one of the 4 original bands from the PAL Hop Days of the ‘60s, will play at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Poland Spring Inn. Since the reforming of the group in 1987 after a 20 year hiatus the band continues to perform. The Rockin’ Recons play a blend […]
Ater to headline comedy show at CBU
Johnny “Friggin” Ater will deliver stand-up comedy at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1, at Craft Brew Underground in Auburn. Ater is a life-long Mainer and arguably one of the state’s funniest, down-home comedians. He offers up hilarious and honest stories about life, family, relationships, work, and his colorful local friends. His rubber-like facial expressions […]
Duo to play seasonal preludes for Oasis of Music
Flautist Cris Lansley and pianist Brad Howard will perform at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 28, at Trinity Church in Lewiston. For this program, the duo will perform the music of Charles Callahan (b. 1951), an award-winning composer from Cambridge, Massachusetts. The program will consist of a group of […]
‘Have fun’: Dr. Dre gives Rihanna some advice ahead of 2023 Super Bowl halftime show
The Beats owner, who performed at last year’s Super Bowl, offers words of encouragement for the ‘Umbrella’ singer.