From midway rides to eating contests and livestock pulls to demolition derbies, Maine’s fairs and festivals have something for everyone.
Yarmouth
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
New Sharon: First Maine Baptist missionary to Burma remembered
George Dana Boardman, born in Livermore where his father was a Baptist minister, was initially going to serve in India but became the first Maine Baptist minister to Burma almost 200 years ago.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
A Yarmouth woman wants more people to read this book about accidental killings
Karen McKenna invited the author of the the new book ‘Accidental Killing: a Survivor’s Handbook’ to speak at the library in Brunswick.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News, Things to Do
Observe Memorial Day with these events across Maine
Several cities and towns will have parades and ceremonies.
Posted inSports, Tennis, Varsity Maine
Top seeds control Day 2 at Maine singles tennis tournament
Yarmouth’s Andre Violette, seeded sixth, is the lone player outside the top four to make it to the semifinals.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Elan School and Yarmouth fires connected to 4 teens, state fire marshal says
The state agency says 7 fires in Poland and Yarmouth were intentionally set. Two teens have been charged in connection to some of the fires, and more charges may be coming.
Posted inFood
It’s farmers market season in Maine. Here’s what to expect
In central and southern Maine, farmers markets are starting to supply early crops and gather excitement about extending the growing season.
Posted inGirls Lacrosse, Sports, Travis Lazarczyk, Varsity Maine
The most competitive sport this spring? It’s Class A girls lacrosse
The division is deeper than it’s been in years.
Posted inBusiness, Leslie Bridgers, Local & State
See the roadwork happening on the way to Maine summer hot spots | Column
With construction season underway, here are the projects to look out for en route to the state’s travel destinations.
Posted inFood
Oldies but goodies: Mainers cherish — and cook on — their old stoves
When it comes to stoves, ‘brand spanking new’ does not appeal to everyone.