On a silly stage that regularly features jugglers, a contortionist, a hypnotist, a hunchback and two woolen hicks posing as “The Buckfield Department of Tourism,” Oren Robinson is a quiet, steadying force. For four years, Robinson has served as the musical director of the Early Evening Show, a live variety show masquerading as a TV […]

The Maine lobster is a well-known delicacy around the world, but it wasn’t always that way. The lobster didn‘t start to become a delicacy until people from Massachusetts and points beyond developed a taste for it. Before then, it was not only deemed a food for those in poverty, but used as bait for other […]

Snow fall I once made a snarky comment about the giant snowman in Bethel and lived to regret it. For a time, I was like Salman Rushdie, running from place to place, hiding all the time. The folks in Bethel love towering things made of snow, and I can respect that. I extend nothing but […]

Some events require tickets or are subject to other limitations. If in doubt, we recommend you contact the venue. Night Life listings must be e-mailed to [email protected] and received no later than Monday. Tonight Sunday Night Dance Party with Steve Colella, 8 p.m., Mixers, Sabattus Karaoke, 8 p.m. to midnight, Schemengee’s Bar and Grille, Lewiston […]

Wish you were here A fellow named Steve Anctil Jr. writes from the Correctional Center in Windham looking to say hello to his peeps. If the dude doesn’t score a few pen pals – and maybe one of those prison brides – out of this, I’ll be shocked. “This goes out to all my haters […]

James Minkowsky likes to know that you’re safe. He values your well-being so much, in fact, that he’s dedicated his entire life to it. His protection comes in many forms. Minkowsky has worked as a beat cop, protecting you and your family from bad guys on the street. He’s worked as an investigator with the […]