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Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
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Maine schools, churches see growing interest in Turning Point USA after Charlie Kirk’s assassination
At least 20 Turning Point USA chapters have launched at churches, colleges and high schools across Maine since the conservative group’s founder was killed in September.
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Third annual Pumpkin Destruction Day rains down on Falmouth
Hurricane Meadows Farm in Falmouth celebrated the last moments of fall by dropping pumpkins from a helicopter on Saturday.
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“A New Home” at Community Little Theatre | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Community Little Theatre production of “A New Home” opened on Oct. 30. I know many Sun Spots readers will remember the original musical, “Lewiston: A New Home,” that was presented in 1995 to sold-out audiences. In the 30 years since that production, major events – both good and tragic — have […]
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Maine’s Carnegie libraries get a gift in celebration of American independence
More than 1,000 Carnegie libraries across the U.S., including 17 in Maine, will receive the money to mark the country’s 250th birthday.
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Maine’s 207 area code projected to last into 2050
‘The 207 area code is part of Maine’s identity,’ said Public Utilities Commission Chair Philip L. Bartlett II.
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Here’s how Lewiston-Auburn trick-or-treaters can get king-sized candy bars tonight
But you need the password if you want to score at the annual Geiger Halloween candy give-away tonight. Here it is.
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At Portland’s Victoria Mansion, an artist considers a history of slavery
The museum commissioned a painting to illuminate sparse records.
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Turner Community Hunters Breakfast Saturday | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Nezinscot Lodge at 32 Weston Road in Turner will hold its Community Hunters Breakfast on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 4:30-7:30 a.m. This traditional breakfast is not only for hunters, but also for members and families in the community. The event is free of charge but donations will be accepted. — Dave, Turner […]
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After 20 years, ‘American Idol’s’ Julia Gagnon found a brother she had never met
The former ‘American Idol’ finalist began looking for her brother after her birth mother died in Guatemala in 2024. The search ended with a joyful reunion in North Carolina last week.