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Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Source
Maine’s small, midsized farms suffering from labor shortage
The ‘relentless challenge’ of finding workers is leaving crops rotting in the field.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Religion and Values
Russian hackers targeted Orthodox clergy
The targeting of high-profile religious figures shows the wide net cast by the cyberspies.
Posted inAnimals, Local & State, News
At Two Lights State Park, minke whales put on an unexpected show
The scenic views in Cape Elizabeth have an added attraction for tourists this summer: whales swimming close to shore to feed.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture
Carrie Ann Inaba, Ross Matthews named co-hosts for Miss America competition
The next Miss America will be crowned in a nationally televised broadcast on Sept. 9.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, News, Religion and Values
Former Maine bishop’s response to abuse allegations in Buffalo spurs calls for his resignation
Bishop Richard J. Malone faces mounting criticism but says he won’t step down, because the ‘shepherd does not desert the flock at a difficult time.’
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Nation & World
Fans mourn Aretha Franklin at gospel-infused public viewing
The two-day viewing is part of a week of commemorations for the music legend, who died on Aug. 16 at age 76 and will be laid to rest Friday.
Posted inLocal & State, Religion and Values
Bishop Deeley plans day of repentance in response to abuse revelations
The event follows news that more than 1,000 were molested by priests in Pennsylvania, as well as the resignation of former Cardinal Theodore McGarrick of Washington.
Posted inNation & World, Religion and Values
Pope apologizes for ‘crimes’ against Irish women, babies
Somber protesters recite the names of 796 babies and young children who died at a Catholic-run orphanage.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes, Source
Recipe: Eliza’s Roast Chicken Caprese Salad Sandwich
Step One – avoid soggy bread.