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Lobster Bowl notebook: Late additions help strengthen both team’s rosters
Like most people, Rufus MacVane doesn’t answer his phone from unknown callers. Especially when he’s tuna fishing. But then MacVane started to glance at the text encoding of the voicemail. MacVane, a recent Yarmouth High graduate, could tell he was getting a call asking if — on short...
Amelia Moore continues punching up the ranks in pro boxing league
When the door to the Olympics closed last year, a door in Boston opened for Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School graduate Amelia Moore. Moore made her professional debut with the Boston Butchers of the Team Combat League earlier this year. She’s currently 8-0 with one knockout headed into Wednesday’s semifinals.
New art museum opening in N. Conway
CONWAY — There’s a new museum in town, dedicated to the historic paintings of the White Mountain School of Art of the 19th century. Set to open Thursday, it’s located at 2541 White Mountain Highway (next to TD Bank in the 3,000 square feet of space that was formerly home to the local branch of White Mountains Community College).
Obituary: Cole Bailey Dehetre
SOUTH PARIS – Cole Bailey Dehetre, 14, passed away unexpectedly on July 7, 2024. He was born in Norway, Dec. 20, 2009, the son of Stephen Dehetre and Renee Leland. Cole struggled with Rheumatoid arthritis for the majority of his life, but that did not stop him from being one of the kindest souls you’d ever meet. Everywhere he went he made lifelong friends, he was loved by many.
Waterford World’s Fair combines old-fashioned fun with agricultural education
WATERFORD — The Waterford World’s Fair can trace its roots back to 1852. “It used to be called Tom Greene’s Fair” after the man who founded it and held the first few fairs in a field near his house, fair Secretary Darcy Winslow said. It was mostly an event for neighbors to gather around and race horses.
Maine AG looking into USM’s parking enforcement contractor
The Office of the Maine Attorney General is looking into complaints that a parking enforcement company hired by the University of Southern Maine has used predatory tactics to squeeze money out of campus visitors. Public records turned over to the Portland Press Herald through a Freedom of Access Act request...
Maine basketball legend Liz Coffin finds ‘friendly competition’ on the course
SACO — Liz Coffin’s basketball jersey has been retired and hanging in gymnasium rafters for over 30 years, but you can still catch No. 44 in action at the golf course. The former Ashland High and University of Maine women’s basketball made the cut of the Maine Women’s Amateur on Tuesday. After two rounds of competition at the Biddeford-Saco Country Club, Coffin enters Wednesday’s final round in sole possession of 34th place with a score of 31-over.
Obituary: Jerry Bruce Wiggin Sr.
Jerry Bruce Wiggin Sr., 79, born on Nov. 8, 1944, in Wolfeboro, N.H., to the late Shirley and Ethel Wiggin. Jerry grew up and lived his life in Center Ossipee, N.H. On July 11, 2024, surrounded by his family at his home in Center Ossipee, he passed away. Everyone knew...
Who Needs Shark Week When Maine Has ‘Lobsteroids’
What if gigantic lobsters took over Maine? It's not very pretty but it made a hilarious movie. Lobsteroids is a cult classic. The movie basically combined Maine lobsters, Maine Rock and Roll bands, and Maine Steroids into one silly movie mess. You see, the steroid-injected lobsters, driven by the noise and frequency of Rock and Roll, try and take over Portland. Hilarity and carnage ensue.
Local Bakery in Portland, Maine, Gains Fame for Its Superb Bread
A Portland baking staple has recently received some well-deserved national attention. The fine folks over at The Bread Guide decided to take a look at bakeries across the country to try and determine the best bread bakers in each state. The results were posted recently, and Maine's representative was Standard Baking Company, an outstanding choice.
Record $2.3 million raised for Maine Cancer Foundation at this year’s Tri for a Cure
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW) - The 17th annual Tri for a Cure saw an unprecedented amount of fundraising for the Maine Cancer Foundation. Every year, more than 1,300 women participate in the all-female triathlon at the Southern Maine Community College campus in South Portland. This year’s Tri for a Cure...
Responding to Trash-Tossing in Maine: An Open Letter
I witnessed something recently that blew my mind. I thought it was something that had gone the way of the past, especially here in Maine. It's something so egregious that it made me lose a bit of faith in humanity. This incident occurred while I was driving on Route 202...
Portland, Maine, is a small city with big appeal for baseball fans
PORTLAND, Maine — ThePortland Sea Dogs are a Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox based in Portland, Maine. The team plays at Hadlock Field. From cheers in the stands to "cheers" for the cuisine in Portland, the small city is perhaps one of the "foodiest" cities in America. Papi is a Puerto Rican restaurant and bar located in the heart of Portland’s bustling Old Port district.
Community Champions: Oxford American Legion’s Impactful Blood Drives
The Fort Hill American Legion Post 376 in Oxford has had a longstanding tradition of hosting blood drives in partnership with the American Red Cross for over two decades. The unwavering commitment of Post 376 to community service has resulted in a significant increase in blood donations, leading to a recent recognition from the American Red Cross for the Legion's outstanding achievements in 2023.
Why Was This New England City Ranked Among Best for Quality of Life?
Here in New England, we know we're lucky to live in one of the best parts of the US. Countless studies have complimented our region over the years. WalletHub featured eight New England towns in their list of the nation's best small cities. New England has also been praised for having some of the most underrated destinations, hottest zip codes, best places to visit, and more.
Lobster rolls and beer are a piece of summer heaven in Portland, Maine
PORTLAND, Maine — No trip to Portland is complete without a stop for lobster and beer, and both are celebrated and served up in style atHighroller Lobster Co. Childhood friends Baxter Key and Andy Gerry started selling lobster rolls out of a hot dog cart in 2015. They teamed up with Peter Bissell of Bissell Brothers Brewery to open this restaurant three years later.
Trail walk at Shaker Bog Wednesday July 17
The heat kept a lot of our walkers inside last week, but a small group enjoyed a gentle breeze along the Sabbathday Lake Shore Trail. We all stayed hydrated and took our time while soaking up the pretty views along the lake. We are going to stay close to water...
This Interactive Map Can Help You Find Parking in Portland, Maine for Cheap
Parking in Portland can either be ridiculously expensive or absolutely free. It all depends on the time of day and where in the city you choose to park. This guide will help you find the cheapest parking the next time you visit Maine's largest city. There are all kinds of...
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