WEST PARIS — Sylvia May (Drake) Allen, 81, of West Paris, went to be with Jesus, surrounded by her family Sunday, Nov. 19. She was born April 29, 1936, in Canton, the daughter of Henry and Ruby (Chamberlin) Drake Sr. She graduated from Livermore Falls High School, Class of 1954. After graduation she worked at the […]
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Gingerbread House gets facelift
Kevin Russell of Olde Tyme Painters paints the front side of the Gingerbread House Wednesday afternoon on Main Street in Norway. The Friends of the Gingerbread House group recently got a $20,000 grant from the Davis Family Foundation to do the work.
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Maine artist says his painting of Arleigh Burke missing from Navy ship
LOVELL (AP) — A Maine artist who created a portrait of the late Adm. Arleigh Burke says the painting is AWOL. Roger Williams of Lovell wants to know that happened to the painting he donated 25 years ago when a guided-missile destroyer bearing the Navy hero’s name was commissioned. Williams told WCSH-TV (http://on.wcsh6.com/2irpFzZa ) that […]
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The right paint tools matter
Paintbrushes come in a variety of sizes to suit a variety of purposes. Wide brushes work best for large, flat surfaces. Narrow brushes work best in small, tight spaces. Generally, the larger the brush, the less control and precision you will have. Along with size, you need to pay attention to the brush’s bristles. Synthetic […]
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Historic Grange building interior to get a new look
NORWAY — It’s been so many years since the walls of the historic Norway Grange No. 45 have been painted that the colors could only be described by those who saw them as “hideous” and “horrible.” This year a decision was made that decades of grime and dirt, faded and nondescript wall colors would be […]
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Prep work important before painting
Painting a home’s interior can give it a completely new look and feel. A fresh coat of paint can make a room feel more vibrant and up-to-date, creating a whole new attitude within the room without breaking the bank. Whether creating an accent wall or painting each wall within a room, painting is a relatively […]
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Paint like a pro: Easy exterior and interior painting tips
The task of home painting projects may seem daunting, but by following a few helpful steps you can give your home a fresh, clean appearance and incorporate some of your favorite new home décor trends. “Whether your painting projects call for sprucing up your indoor space or freshening up outdoor trim, a little advance planning, […]
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Watercolors highlight of Prendergast exhibit at Bowdoin
BRUNSWICK — Seeing the exhibit, “Maurice Prendergast By the Sea” which is now showing at the Bowdoin College Museum of Art is a refreshing and uplifting experience. Eighty seven paintings from major museums across the country make up the selection of Prendergast works chosen by Joachim Homann, curator of the Bowdoin College Museum of Art, […]