Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying and irritating, they also can be dangerous. In the worst cases, mosquitoes can spread diseases such as West Nile Virus. But more than likely, mosquito bites can simply ruin an evening outdoors if you’re not prepared. But before you spray chemicals that can be toxic to you and the environment, you […]

For the birds Word in the bushes is that the people who run things at Thorncrag bird sanctuary in Lewiston are seriously pondering a move to ban dogs from their trails. Dogs! This is only one step away from banning birds from the sanctuary, which sounds funny today, just might be under way tomorrow. Dog […]

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 […]

James Davis, an 8th-grader at Sabattus Central School, is a typical kid living in rural Maine. He likes the outdoors and his family. He likes to read, but isn’t concerned about being the smartest or best. But his proud parents — Jim Davis and Christine Smith — are ecstatic that he will soon be competing […]

Oh, sure. Looking back, there were signs all over the place. You know what they say about hindsight. It was the summer of 2007. Diane and Donnie Duplissis had just let themselves into the house they rented on Dodge Pond in Rangeley. Beautiful place. Better than the brochures even. The weather was great. Friends were […]

My gripe is people who cough into their hands. Common sense should tell them, that only works if you wash your hands immediately. I have a real problem with customers who cough into their hands and then handle products that I might purchase. And even worse are cashiers who cough into their hands and then […]