DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, from noon to 1 p.m., the Auburn United Methodist Church on Park Avenue will offer the Blessing of Ashes in the parking lot, weather permitting. Otherwise, this tradition will be in the building. At 6 p.m., there will be an Ash Wednesday service in the sanctuary. All […]
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Bethel’s Frank Del Duca comes in fourth in two-man bobsled
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Bates College seeks city approval for $45M fitness center
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Meet the new Rangeley Highlander reporter
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How the Homeland Security shutdown affects Maine’s airports and federal workers
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Theater in Auburn, ‘Hopeful’ talk in Lewiston, protecting winter in Bethel and more | Get out
Highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.