The annual gathering has become a major economic driver for the state’s biggest city.
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5 things to know about the Hamas militant group’s unprecedented attack on Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right allies were scrambling to respond to the rapidly changing events. As the day wore on, the casualties quickly mounted.
Biden condemns the ‘appalling assault’ by Hamas as Israel’s allies express anger and shock
Biden made clear in a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that “we stand ready to offer all appropriate means of support,” according to the White House.
West Paris library plans Star Party Oct. 14
West Paris Public Library is set to host Star Party, a free astronomy evening for all ages, from 7:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14 at the 226 Main St. library. Two experienced, amateur astronomers will be on hand, along with their telescopes, binoculars and planispheres. Attendees can bring any binoculars or scopes. Facilitators will be Rick […]
Leeds Historical Society plans fall walks for October
People can join members of the Leeds Historical Society as they walk and talk about several places in October. Rain dates and time for all of the walks are the next day, Sunday at 1 p.m., according to a news release from Pam Bell, a member of the Leeds Historical Society Board. • Monument Hill, […]
Spending piles up in Pine Tree Power, right-to-repair referendum campaigns
The owners of Maine’s largest power companies have spent nearly $30 million to oppose Question 3, while backers of Question 4, the right-to-repair proposal, have raised $4 million.
ISH playing at Mixers on Saturday night
Rock cover band ISH will play at 8:30 p.m. at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The band plays rock covers from the 90s and the 2000s. There is no cover charge and plenty of free parking. Mixers is located at 136 Sabattus Rd., Sabattus.
Waterville City Council urged to take action as need for food grows
An administrator for the Waterville Area Soup Kitchen told the council Tuesday the kitchen is serving 250 to 300 meals a day and demand for food is growing.
Educators’ organization to meet in Auburn Oct. 11
The Androscoggin Retired Educators plan to meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, at Sixth Street Congregational Church, 109 Sixth St. in Auburn. This is its annual scholarship auction. Members are asked to bring something for the auction, such as food items, seasonal items, books and puzzles, according to a news release from Elizabeth Bell […]
Patriots edge rusher Matt Judon to have surgery on torn biceps, AP source says
Patriots edge rusher Matt Judon has elected to have surgery to repair a torn biceps, according to a person with knowledge of the decision