Chris Van Dusen, of Camden, created the image of 2 otters lounging in the water, which Swift made famous in October in a film promoting her latest album.
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Music, lights, tours and other ho-ho-holiday happenings in Lewiston, Auburn and beyond
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
Looking for a Christmas tree? Try these Franklin County small businesses.
These Franklin County tree farms and nurseries will help you find the perfect Christmas tree to bring home for the holidays.
After winning a Grammy with Beyoncé, Auburn native earns another with Bad Bunny
Colin Leonard took home a Latin Grammy for master engineering the Puerto Rican superstar’s Album of the Year.
6 Maine events this week include a tree lighting and the Mallett Brothers Band
Also, the Art on the Hill holiday craft fair is all weekend at the East End Community School in Portland.
Bethel rallies for yearlong celebration of America’s 250th birthday
A creative mix of films, discussions, crafts and a star-spangled Fourth of July highlight Bethel’s plans for 2026.
Your guide to passive-aggressive Maine-made Christmas gifts | Column
With these presents, you can feel good about buying local while getting a message across.
Model train fest in Auburn draws in enthusiasts of all ages
The Great Falls Model Railroad Club showed off its miniature locomotives with pride at its annual ‘ExTRAINaganza’ this weekend.
Lost and sleeveless in the wilds of Auburn! | Column
Mark LaFlamme ponders what vest life will look like. Loin cloth? Tire iron? Hoverboard? Whatever, it will for sure come with a side of mayo.
Skowhegan Indian still needs new owner, although someone is interested
Joe Almand, who helped with the sculpture’s last major restoration in 2014, said he has submitted a proposal to restore the local landmark.