Celebrate the Franco-American Collection’s archival holdings with author and journalist Douglas Rooks, writer and teacher Denis Ledoux, and Severin Beliveau, founding partner of one of Maine’s largest law firms, with a panel presentation and discussion “What it Means to be Franco: An Exploration of Themes in ‘First Franco: Albert Beliveau in Law, Politics and Love’” […]
Uncategorized
Posted inUncategorized
Singer-songwriter to entertain at Cabin Fever Concert Series
Singer-songwriter Bruce Marshall will perform in the third Cabin Fever Concert of the winter hosted by Music for Mavis Gazebo committee from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, in the Community Room at the Turner Public Library. Marshall’s music career spans five decades and the guitarist has been a full time musician his entire adult […]
advertisement
Posted inUncategorized
Two nights of stand up comedy featuring Rob Christensen on tap at Great Falls Comedy Club
Rob Christensen, a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor who was born and raised in Brooklyn, will headline two shows at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 22, and Saturday, March 23 at Great Falls Comedy Club in Auburn. A self-proclaimed bad-ass ruffian who doesn’t shy away from cuddling with baby animals, his unique humor is smart, […]
Posted inUncategorized
Jay honors town’s Spirit of America recipient
The Jay Select Board recently recognized Janice Sweeney for her exemplary citizenship and outstanding achievement and honor brought upon the community, with the 2024 Town of Jay Spirit of America Foundation Tribute. As a lifelong member of the community for more than 70 years, Sweeney began her work as a volunteer while attending Jay High […]
Posted inUncategorized
Maine musician to bring country music to Oasis of Music
Singer-songwriter Dennis Moro will perform at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, at Trinity Commons in Lewiston. Moro, a Maine Ole’ Opry member, started playing guitar at the age of 11 and is self-taught. He was on the road 15 years with Dakota as the lead guitarist opening for […]
Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
Byron Janis, renowned American classical pianist who overcame debilitating arthritis, dies at 95
NEW YORK — Byron Janis, a renowned American concert pianist and composer who broke barriers as a Cold War era culture ambassador and later overcame severe arthritis that nearly robbed him of his playing abilities, has died. He was 95. Janis passed away Thursday evening at a hospital in New York City, according to his […]
Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
Cockney Rebel singer Steve Harley, who had a hit with ‘Make Me Smile,’ dies at 73
LONDON — Steve Harley, a British musician whose glam-rock band Cockney Rebel had an enduring hit with the song “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me),” has died. He was 73. Harley’s family said Sunday that he had “passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side.” Harley said late last year […]
Posted inUncategorized
Chesterville voters to approve decreased budget
For some departments and accounts the Budget Committee and Select Board are recommending different numbers.
Posted inUncategorized
Mt. Blue wrestler fundraises to help with tourney fees
Brooklynn Webber of Mt. Blue High School has her sights set on four major wrestling tournaments this year, and has started a GoFundMe to help with expenses such as travel and tournament fees.
Posted inUncategorized
DownEast Folk Festival features traditional dance and music
Everything from fiddles and flutes to banjos and bones will rattle the rafters when the DownEast Folk Festival takes place beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, at Mount Ararat Middle School and the Orion Performing Arts Center in Topsham. This day-long celebration of traditional dance and music features an array of workshops, performances […]