There are haunted house attractions, cemetery tours, scary movies and family-friendly fun all over the state, from Lebanon to Rockland or Kittery to Farmington.
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Arts, entertainment and books news from the Sun Journal.
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LeAnn Rimes sings about ‘Portland, Maine’ in new duet
The song was also released in 2014 by Tim McGraw and drew some local ire for the lyric ‘I don’t know where that is. And I don’t want to know.’
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Art exhibit honors Maine’s Deaf community, victims of Lewiston shootings
The curators wanted to create a place for healing as the 2-year anniversary of the tragedy approaches.
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Mt. Blue alumna Mali Obomsawin to perform with Yo-Yo Ma in Portland
Former Mt. Blue bassist and Abenaki musician Mali Obomsawin will join world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma for a sold-out concert celebrating the Northeast’s cultural heritage.
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Mystery Photo for Oct. 19, 2025
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
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Where older Mainers can get deals and discounts
There are reduced prices available for a wide range of offerings, including park passes, train fares and movie tickets.
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From Cooper Flagg to L.L.Bean totes, Maine’s influence is everywhere this year | Column
A competitive U.S. Senate race and a Cape Elizabeth native’s hit song are adding to the outsize cultural impact our small state is having.
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A commemoration in Lewiston, banjos in Bath, world premieres and spooky crafts | Get out!
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
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5 things to do when you’re in Belfast
A local gives his recommendations for food, drink and recreation.
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They heard The Thirsty Pig was haunted. So they spent the night there. | Column
Two local musicians wanted to promote their Halloween event at the Portland bar — and witness the phenomena themselves.