FARMINGTON — The UMF Art Gallery is pleased to present its upcoming exhibit, “Bethany Engstrom: In the Works.” Engstrom’s compelling work is on display from Oct. 31 – Dec. 13. An opening reception will be held at the gallery on the University of Maine at Farmington campus on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 4-7 p.m. The […]
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Let’s stick together
To the Editor: The 2024 election is just around the corner, and, given that this has been the most contentious, divisive campaign in recent memory, I have a suggestion to offer, a favor to ask. I’m sure each one of you knows someone of the opposite political persuasion, so try this – Monday night the […]
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Guest Opinion: Harris reflects our values
When I was a girl in Farmington, I was in awe of Republicans like Sen. Margaret Chase Smith and Democrats like Sen. Edmund Muskie. For many years Western Maine produced strong leaders of both parties who served our state and our country well during the toughest of times. Their integrity was important to them. Their […]
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Guest Column: A tale of two hurricanes and the breakthrough ’54 Election in Maine
The recent Hurricane Helene at the end of September and then Milton just 13 days later are an unusual onslaught. It is not only a tragedy for the southeastern US but also one also one with potential implications for the choice of national leaders at a time only a few weeks out from the November […]
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Movie Review: ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’
Back in 2019, “Joker” managed to make over $1 billion at the global box office and earn 11 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and a Best Actor win for Joaquin Phoenix. I recall respecting the movie for Phoenix’s performance and the inspired idea to paint him as a Scorsese-style antihero, but I also recall not […]
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Mt. Blue High School boys JV cross country team are KVAC champions
AUGUSTA — The Mt. Blue High School boys JV cross country team won the KVAC JV Championship at Cony High School on Saturday, Oct. 19. The Cougars placed four runners among the top eight for a comfortable win over runner-up Camden Hills. Sophomores Nick DeMarco and Damian Wynn placed second and third overall for Mt. […]
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4-H offers online session for aspiring volunteers
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on Nov. 12 and 19. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees will […]
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Temple seeks public input on community resilience priorities
TEMPLE — Temple community members are encouraged to participate in a public workshop on Oct. 28 to inform the town’s enrollment in Maine’s Community Resilience Partnership, a program that helps communities reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions while adapting to extreme weather, flooding, and other climate impacts through direct support and grants of up […]
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‘One Lewiston’ effort to collect blood continues
LEWISTON — Turnout was strong for the first commemorative “One Lewiston” blood drive at Central Maine Medical Center [CMMC], and the opportunity to donate continues. The onsite blood drive, which took place on two days last week, was a joint effort among the American Red Cross of Northern New England, LifeFlight of Maine and CMMC. […]
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House of Hamill returns to Old South concert series
FARMINGTON — On Friday, Nov. 15, the dynamic band House of Hamill returns to Farmington for their third appearance, bringing their energy and eclectic, upcycled collection of folk and Celtic music to Old South Church Concert Series. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert kicks off at 7 p.m. Tickets $25 adults, $20 seniors […]