Award-winning Maine author BJ Bangs is hosting three local book signings in August for her new book, “Who Needs Men, I’ve Got Cats.” The book is a recipient of a 2021 Certificate of Excellence Award from the International Cat Association. On Sunday, Aug. 14, she will be at the First Choice Animal Care Appreciation Event, […]
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Damariscotta talk to cover prolific writer Elizabeth Coatsworth
DAMARISCOTTA — Lincoln County Historical Association plans to continue its series of talks on Women Writers of Lincoln County with a talk by Gary Lawless. The talk, Elizabeth Coatsworth at Chimney Farm, is set for 6 p.m Wednesday, Aug. 10, at Porter Meeting Hall in Skidompha Library, 184 Main St. in Damariscotta. Lawless, a poet, […]
Death toll in Northern California wildfire zone rises to 4
Authorities say 2 more bodies have been found within the burn zone of a huge Northern California wildfire.
Concerns raised over new Farmington park
Resident Nancy Porter expressed several concerns regarding Walton’s Mill Pond Park at the July 26 Selectmen meeting.
Wilton Blueberry Festival to be held this weekend
For the first time, the annual Wilton Blueberry Festival, to be held Friday, Aug. 5 through Sunday, Aug. 7, has been planned by an official town committee and a new events coordinator.
Auditions to be held for ‘Rocky Horror Show’ production
Local theater company Rocky for Equality, in partnership with Community Little Theatre, will hold auditions for their production of Richard O’Brien’s “Rocky Horror Show.” Auditions will take place at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 14, and Monday, Aug. 15, at Community Little Theatre in Auburn. Call-backs are scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 16. […]
Photos: The Bacon Brothers at Waterville Opera House
Actor Kevin Bacon and his brother Michael performed with their band Sunday to a sold-out crowd. Photos by Morning Sentinel photojournalist Michael G. Seamans.
‘Painting the Light’ features work of trio of artists
Denmark Arts Center presents “Painting the Light”, a show of contemporary landscape paintings of Maine and New Hampshire by a trio of artists – Janet Gill who paints with pastels, and Linda Gray and Jeanne Ouellette who both paint in oils. Their work is inspired by the vibrant and ever-changing light on the landscapes where […]
U.K. court says hospital can end comatose boy’s life support
It’s not what 12-year-old Archie Battersbee’s parents wanted.
USDA getting tougher on salmonella in chicken products
Proposed regulations would force food processors to reduce the amount of salmonella bacteria found in some raw chicken products or risk shutdowns.