Harrison held its third annual celebration of Independence Day at the Caswell Conservancy Center on July 4. Like the original Declaration of Independence of 1776, of which copies were sent to Maine towns and read to its inhabitants, the Declaration of Independence was read by Samantha Irish of Bridgton and Frank Daggett and Muffett Crowell […]
2018
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Sylvain's Acadian Aces to give free concert during art walk
L/A Arts announces a free summer concert featuring Sylvain’s Acadian Aces from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 27, in DuFresne Plaza, 72 Lisbon St., Lewsiton. Vocalist and guitarist Robert Sylvain and charismatic fiddler Hawk Kallweit supply a one-two punch that’s instantly compelling and distinctive. With Maine’s own true accordion ace Junior Stevens on button-box, and […]
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Looking Back on July 24
100 Years Ago: 1918 (Lost watch ad): On Sunday, July 21, between Poland Spring and Rockland, a very small oval-shaped wristwatch, with a border of diamonds. Wristband consists of a small black ribbon. Initials E. P. C. on back of case. Finder return to Mrs. M.R. Gano, Poland Spring House, South Poland, Me. Very liberal […]
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Reader offers thanks for help during water emergency
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a very nice wheelchair with a gel cushion. It will not fit a large person. I would like to donate it to someone who can really use it. Please come prepared to explain your situation. Contact me at 207-784-8891. —No name, Auburn DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon United Methodist Church […]
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Slaid Cleaves to perform at Celebration Barn Theater
The Celebration Barn Theater presents singer-songwriter Slaid Cleaves at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 28. Described as “terse, clear and heartfelt” on NPR’s Fresh Air, his songs speak to timeless truths. Tickets are available for $28 each. All tickets are general admission; members receive priority seating. Lobby and concessions open at 6:30 p.m. Purchasing tickets […]
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Claire T. Morin
AUBURN — Claire T. Mathieu Morin passed away Wednesday, July 18, at the Hospice House in Auburn. Claire was born in Lewiston on April 7, 1944, the daughter of the late L. Vincent and Delice Rioux Mathieu. She lived in Lewiston all her life. Claire married Richard Morin on May 2, 1964, at Ste. Croix Church. […]
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Taurus: Take your time
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elisabeth Moss, 36; Anna Paquin, 36; Jennifer Lopez, 49; Kristin Chenoweth, 50. Happy Birthday: Be positive, but don’t feel the need to make changes without proper research. You’ll be inclined to take on too much or to make promises that are unrealistic this year if you aren’t careful. Much can […]
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Priscilla Quirrion
FARMINGTON — Priscilla Quirrion, 91, of Wilton died early Saturday morning, at Orchard Park Nursing Care Center in Farmington. She was born in Fayette on Feb. 23, 1927, a daughter of Herbert and Eva Keene Dyke and attended Jay schools. On Nov. 10, 1962, she married Phil Quirrion in Chesterville. He died on her birthday, Feb. […]
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Lisbon cancer victim honored
Ronald Bonsaint, 9, of Lisbon was honored as an Anthem Hero at Hadlock Field in Portland for his courage and perseverance battling leukemia. The recognition was from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and its support of the Maine Children’s Cancer Program. Bonsaint, center, who is in remission, got to take a celebratory home run […]
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Helen Dubish Melledy
AUBURN — Helen (Dubish) Melledy of Monmouth and formerly of Enfield, Conn., passed away peacefully Monday, July 23, at 98, after a long decline in health. Helen was born in Enfield, Conn., where she married Edward Melledy and raised a daughter. There, she was active in the PTA functions and church activities. She spent the summers […]