In their fifth annual summer musical coproduction, Maine State Music Theatre and Portland Stage announce the rousing musical revue “Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash” in a quasi-biographical musical show about the “Man in Black” playing at Portland Stage from Tuesday, Aug. 3, through Sunday, Aug. 29. Originally playing on Broadway in 2006, […]
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Acclaimed storyteller to share his comedic autobiographical tales
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Artists, poetry and live music featured in Art Walk L/A
Art Walk L/A begins at 5 p.m. on Friday, July 30, with fully in-person arts experiences downtown including artist receptions, a poetry reading, live music and more. Look for artist displays along Lisbon Street and in Dufresne Plaza in Lewiston. Events 5-6 pm: Lewiston Public Library hosts a public reception for Lewiston High School students […]
Augusta musician to release new album, video
Augusta musician Ben, the Maker, will release a new music video for the song “Worth It?”, featuring Nikki Hunt, at 12 a.m. on Thursday, July 29, on Youtube, Facebook, and Instagram. Ben’s latest album, “Adoration,” which includes “Worth It?”, will be released simultaneously on streaming platforms. The video features an epic squirt gun battle at […]
The Veggies to play at The 1800 Club
Local classic rock band The Veggies will perform at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 31, at The 1800 Club in Auburn. Band members are Donnie Hebert (vocals), Moe Mckenna (bass), Shawn Callahan (lead guitar), Ray Tardiff (drums), and Anna Hunnewell (vocals). The Veggies have been performing throughout New England for over 15 years. There is […]
UMaine System trustees advance proposal for boutique hotel on Orono campus
A public-private partnership would allow for the development of an 87-bed boutique hotel using the vacant Coburn and Holmes Halls.
Fauci says U.S. going in ‘wrong direction,’ may need booster
Fauci said recommendations on masking for the vaccinated are under “active consideration,” as the delta variant fuels a surge of infections around the nation.
Rain not a problem for East Benton Fiddler’s Contest, Convention & Bluegrass Festival
Musicians and fans flock to Littlefield Farm.
Hope Haitian Choir plans free concert in Farmington
The Hope Haitian Choir plans to perform a free concert at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 2, at Farmington Baptist Church, 194 Whittier Road, Farmington. These children and their chaperones are to share their stories and voices. Donations are welcome. For more information, call 207-779-0731.
New vaccination numbers in Maine hold steady amid rise in COVID cases
Maine already has one of the highest vaccination rates in the country, but some providers say they are continuing to see interest from small numbers of people looking for convenience.