Jim Weider is a familiar name to the legion of fans of the legendary group, The Band. From 1985 to 2000, he replaced Robbie Robertson as the group’s lead guitarist, writing songs and performing on their three studio albums, “Jericho,” “High on the Hog” and “Jubilation.” In 2018, his group, The Weight Band (made up […]
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Beppe Gambetta to perform at The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
Beppe Gambetta plans to take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. in Boothbay Harbor. From his unique background as an Italian musician in love with both American roots music as well as the music of his native country, Gambetta has travelled the world […]
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Hallowell legion seeks donations for benefit lawn sale
HALLOWELL — Goodrich-Caldwell American Legion Post 6 seeks donations for its benefit lawn sale, scheduled from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at 114 Second St. No televisions or clothing will be accepted. Proceeds will benefit the legion’s community programs. To have donated items picked up, call Don Garrison at 207-491-0128, Larry Auger […]
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St. Francis Catholic Cemetery to begin fall cleanup
WATERVILLE — The St. Francis Catholic Cemetery crew plans to start fall cleanup for the coming winter season during the first week of October. Items such as real and artificial flowers, vases and baskets will be gathered and disposed of. Burial right holders are advised to remove any items that they may wish to keep […]
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Neighbors Driving Neighbors to hold volunteer orientation
MOUNT VERNON — Neighbors Driving Neighbors seeks volunteers to become drivers for the nonprofit organization. Serving the towns of Belgrade, Fayette, Mount Vernon, Rome and Vienna, the organization matches drivers with residents who need a ride to medical appointments, the grocery store and other errands. References and a background check are required for new drivers, […]
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Kennebec Valley Community College offers certificate programs
Kennebec Valley Community College is providing an opportunity to earn a certificate in medical assisting, advanced medical emergency technician or health science at the Mid-Coast School of Technology in Rockland. The programs will be offered in a hybrid format, with some content offered online and some hands-on activities in person. The college also will offer […]
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UMF Art Gallery to feature ‘Vital Traces’ exhibit
Opening reception set for Sept. 23, exhibit on view through Oct. 28.
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UMaine Extension plans sugarbush leasing webinar
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Land for Good plan to offer a webinar about the sugarbush lease process at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28. “Developing Sugarbush Leases” will include resources and best practices for assessing land value and land leases, and discussions of case studies relevant to maple producers considering a lease […]
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Annual Maine Playwrights Festival now open for submissions
PORTLAND — Acorn Productions, producers of the annual Maine Playwrights Festival, recently announced that they have begun accepting scripts for this year’s 20th edition of the state’s long-running incubator for new plays by local playwrights. Anybody living in Maine is eligible to submit a new play between eight and 30 minutes in length for consideration […]
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‘Save Your Breath’ 5K run/walk set for Nov. 6
An in-person event is planned in Augusta with virtual run included.