Julia Gagnon is a star — as far as Maine is concerned, at least. The 22-year-old from Cumberland had appeared on “American Idol” weekly since March and advanced to become one of the final seven contestants before she was eliminated earlier this month. What was your favorite performance from Julia on this season of ‘American […]
Things to Do
Events and things to do from the Sun Journal.
Map: Find the pizza places that readers recommend
We asked where readers go for their favorite pizza.
Garden tours, plants sales and more ways to spend time among flowers
Visit Maine’s botanical gardens or get a sneak peek of what your neighbors are growing in their back yards.
Keep tabs on singer Julia Gagnon’s life after ‘American Idol’
The Cumberland singer, who made it to the top seven on the show, regularly posts photos and videos on Instagram, where she’s amassed a following.
Test your knowledge of famous Maine moms with our Mother’s Day quiz
Raising children is among the many accomplishments of these impressive ladies.
Test your knowledge of local news with Sun Journal’s weekly quiz
Test your news IQ with Sun Journal’s weekly news quiz.
Second Auburn Lobster Festival set for Saturday
The Auburn Lobster Festival is officially an annual event after the success of the first-of-its-kind bash for Auburn.
This year’s Bates Film Festival reunites old Hollywood friends
Among the special guests are director John Sayles and Oscar-winning actor Chris Cooper. Screenings and other events, scheduled for May 14-19 and all free, will take place in Lewiston and Portland.
Maine Country Music Hall of Fame set for May 19
Four musicians are to be inducted.
Mt. Blue High School Art Show on display at UMaine at Farmington
The University of Maine at Farmington plans to host the Mt. Blue High School Art Show at the Emery Community Arts Center on Academy Street. The exhibit, “Artful Antics,” is set to be on display from Thursday, May 16 through Saturday, June 1. An opening reception is set for 5-7 p.m. on May 16. The […]