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PublishedFebruary 2, 2025
‘Misery for dinner’ and other facts that lifted my Franco pride
Camden Martin's local class on the history of French Canadians in Maine is full of interesting information ... and answers to why I'm here.
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PublishedJanuary 14, 2025
‘Antiques Roadshow’ to make first stop in Maine for 30th tour
For years, the roadshow was filmed inside convention centers across the country, making it difficult to find a suitable location in Maine.
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PublishedJanuary 14, 2025
‘A River of Blood’: The violent history behind Kennebec River settlement
Gerard Gawalt shares how, although uncomfortable, facing decades of conflict between Abenaki and white settlers along the Kennebec River can help us better deepen our connection to people and place.
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PublishedDecember 10, 2024
How did Crash Road in Jay get its name?
Before it was Crash Road, it was called North Livermore-Jay Road.
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PublishedNovember 5, 2024
The origin of Livermore and Livermore Falls: a brief history
Who was Deacon Elijah Livermore and how did he found the town of Livermore?
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PublishedOctober 31, 2024
Local groups asking vets, families to share pictures of military service
The images will be added to the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars digital album.
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PublishedOctober 28, 2024
Harpswell’s Halfway Rock lighthouse preservationist receives Maritime History Service Award
On Oct. 24, Ford Reiche attended the National Maritime Historical Society's Annual Awards Dinner, where he was honored for preserving a piece of Maine's rich seafaring history.
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PublishedOctober 17, 2024
UMF students uncover historic artifacts at Abbott School site
UMF students, led by associate professor Lucas Kellett, are excavating the historic site of the former Abbott School for Boys as part of the ongoing Abbott Park Project, uncovering artifacts and collaborating with the Farmington Historical Society to preserve local history.
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PublishedAugust 15, 2024
Phillips Historical Society Museum preserves centuries of local history and personal stories
The Phillips Historical Society Museum in Phillips features unique artifacts such as a Mayflower tea set, military memorabilia and Portland Glass, while participating in community events.
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PublishedJune 4, 2024
History Night and Cruise-In hits big in Livermore Falls
The Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls Chamber of Commerce brought history, big eats and vintage cars on Friday, May 24.
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