More than 500 spectators turned out for the annual event.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Goats headline open house at Kennebec Cheesery
Jean Koons has about 40 milk-producing goats at Koons Farm in Sidney, and their artisan cheeses were showcased as part of Maine Open Creamery Day.
‘Blade Runner 2049’ has weak $31.5 million opening
The adventure romance ‘The Mountain Between Us’ debuts in second place with $10.1 million.
Dine Out Maine: North 43 chef re-emerges with fresh, international take on American bistro
The view at South Portland restaurant is killer and the menu is eclectic.
The story of Maine’s makers is told through labor banners old and new
‘Creative Maine’ exhibit at the Maine Historical Society explores the ingenuity of the Maine economy.
Horses are a fixture at Portland fire museum open house
The museum on Spring Street features antique equipment and photo exhibits.
Nearly 2,000 attend Oktoberfest in Gardiner
Highlights of the eighth annual Swine & Stein celebration included a beard and mustache contest, live music, food trucks and a dozen craft beers.
Arts festival at Skowhegan brewery showcases Somerset County cultural offerings
The second annual Somerset Family Arts Festival served as a fundraiser for developing a cultural plan for the region.
Maine rapper Spose pulls off album in 24 hours
He collaborates with 50 musicians and producers at a Windham recording studio.
Actor Patrick Dempsey gets Lewiston cancer center fundraiser underway
In addition to raising money, the Dempsey Challenge brings together bicycle riders and runners, volunteers, cancer survivors and affected families.