ORONO — The 2021 University of Maine senior art exhibition is scheduled to open Friday, Nov. 19, in Lord Hall. It features more than 60 works by 10 students. “Overture” includes paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures, digital artworks and mixed media pieces by seniors in a studio art class led by professor of art James Linehan. […]
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A Madison fabric shop in operation for more than 40 years to close at year’s end
The Fabric Garden owner Michaela “Kala” Murphy says retirement is calling, but she’ll miss helping customers with their designs and creative urges.
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Maine State Police to discuss online safety with Madison parents, students
State Police Detective Joe Royle was invited by the school district to speak about the threats children and teenagers face online.
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Madison tomato grower repeatedly violated federal laws with hiring practices, report found
A federal investigation determined Backyard Farms had a practice of dismissing domestic workers to make room for incoming foreign workers between 2017-2019.
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Quilt trail continues across Somerset, Franklin counties
Fifteen new quilt block murals have been created and installed in Lexington Township, New Portland, Anson, Embden, Madison, East Madison, Solon and Skowhegan. The High Peaks Creative Council received a Community Building grant from the Maine Community Foundation and the Jean and King Cummings Fund to support this public art project. In May, the council […]
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‘Who‘s in Bed With the Bulter’ to complete theater season in Madison
“Who’s in Bed With the Butler” will close out the season at Lakewood Theater, at 76 Theater Road in Madison. Performances are set for 8 p.m. Sept. 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18; 4 p.m. Sept. 12; and 2 p.m. Sept. 15. A California billionaire has bequeathed all of his assets to his only […]
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Former Anson fire chief remembered during memorial service Saturday
Gary Ward was remembered on Saturday as a man who committed his life to his family, community and his faith.
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Madison man who died after car went into river remembered for his commitment to community
Gary Ward, 86, died Thursday after his SUV went into the Kennebec River in Anson.
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‘Scapino’ to be staged in Madison
Lakewood Theater plans to stage “Scapino” starting Aug. 29 at the theater on Theater Road in Madison. Performances are set for 8 p.m. Aug. 26, 27, 28, Sept. 2, 3, and 4; 4 p.m. Aug. 29; and 2 p.m. Sept. 1. In this hilarious update of Moliere’s classic farce, disgraced lawyer Scapino returns to Naples, […]