In his letter (June 26), Ed McCaffrey says that arguing for religious freedom will result in having even religious rights “diminished or eliminated,” like that isn’t already happening. A school will prohibit the wearing of a cross but not a pagan pentagram. Tolerance is being pushed with intolerance toward those who should have the freedom […]
June 2014
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M. Caminiti: Representing the hard-working people
Driving around Farmington, I am struck by the number of bumper stickers I see asserting, “Working People Vote Republican.” It’s striking because Sen. Susan Collins and other Republicans recently failed to support a raise in the minimum wage from $7.25 to $10.10 an hour. Republicans argued that the raise would lead to job loss, while […]
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Sugars and sugar alcohols
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently was diagnosed as being prediabetic and told to watch my sugar intake. So I now read the nutrition facts on packages. However, I am confused about the listed sugars. Sometimes the label includes both “sugar” and “sugar alcohols.” For instance, a package can read “sugars 1 g” and “sugar alcohols […]
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Upcoming festivals in Harrison
Deertrees Theatre serves up the perfect dessert to your 4th of July celebrations HARRISON — As the embers fade on the barbecue from your 4th of July celebrations, extend the real feel for summer and head to Deertrees Theatre for an upcoming concert. The historic building and grounds are spruced up and inviting you to […]
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Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival opens July 15 in Harrison
A highlight of the summer for area concert lovers, the Festival series is noted for presenting a wide array of classical works, both traditional and contemporary, performed by some of the country’s finest artists. Music Director Laurie Kennedy is highly regarded for designing programs that are stunning in variety and excitement. Whether you are a […]
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Strawberry shortcake, open house, and music at two Otisfield events July 6
Come expecting some boisterous music: three-part harmonies, fire-breathing fiddle and mandolin licks, and the thump-thump of a stand-up bass. Critics have commented that Tricky Britches reintroduces us to the delicious crudeness of early-century tunes at the same time they manage to produce some originals that “sound old as dirt.” The concert will be offered free […]
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25th Bethel Art Fair to open July 3
July 3: 1-4 p.m. Guided tours of the Dr. Moses Mason House, Bethel Historical Society 6-9 p.m. Live music and Independence Eve fireworks, Bethel Inn Resort July 4: 11:30 a.m. Bethel Historical Society annual picnic and concert 1-4 p.m. Guided tours of the Dr. Moses Mason House, Bethel Historical Society 5-7 p.m. High Street Art […]
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PORTopera celebrates 20th season with production of Verdi’s ‘Rigoletto’
PORTLAND — PORTopera will present one of Giuseppe Verdi’s great masterpieces, “Rigoletto,” as its 20th season production; performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 23 and Friday, July 25. Both performances, with full orchestra conducted by Stephen Lord and under the direction of PORTopera Artistic Director Dona D. Vaughn, will take place at Merrill […]