Equality Community Center shows ‘Hannah Gadsby: Nanette,’ and The Apohadion hosts a movie event to benefit the family of late local musician Dave Noyes.
March 2020
Maine Street Mania Scavenger Hunt in downtown Brunswick ongoing
The Brunswick Downtown Association is hosting Maine Street Mania, a two-week shopping promotion and scavenger hunt. Maine Street Mania cards are available at participating businesses. Cards submitted with at least 12 correct answers will be entered into a drawing for gift certificates and prizes. Drawings take place on March 17. Cards that are complete with […]
Letter to the Editor: Lawmakers should pass Indian Land Claims update
I’m writing in favor of all the 22 recommendations in L.D. 2094, which seeks to repair the well-known issues with the Maine Implementing Act and the Land Claims Settlement. These recommendations, currently in the Judiciary Committee, were developed by a Tribal-State task force created by Gov. Mills. From this process, we have comprehensive legislation that […]
Maine Voices: We all play a role in childhood literacy
Children with no books in their homes are at risk of falling behind academically right from the start.
Maine health care providers gearing up for coronavirus
The state has had no confirmed cases of COVID-19, but hospitals and other providers are making preparations and practicing their procedures for treating patients and minimizing exposure.
Try Dos Naciones for a Mexican or El Salvadoran meal
You’ll find good food and a warm atmosphere at this new Congress Street restaurant.
On this date in Maine history: March 2
March 2, 1797: Massachusetts Gov. Sam Adams signs a bill approved by the state’s legislature, known as the General Court, calling for a referendum in the District of Maine about whether Maine should separate from Massachusetts. The General Court acted in response to petitions received from Maine. The vote is scheduled for May. Unlike a […]
Births
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center Easton Charles-Howard Verrill, born Feb. 17 to Cassandra and Benjamin Verrill of New Gloucester. Grandparents are Mary Verrill of New Gloucester and Marcy and Richards Sutphen of Hebron. Great-grandparents are Tom and Sharon Webster of Mechanic Falls.
Deaf and queer communities celebrated together at 20th USM drag show
The Royal Majesty Drag Show is marking its anniversary with a show co-hosted by Deafies in Drag comedy duo.
Tickets on Sale: Hard rock band Skillet takes the State Theatre stage
Other shows happening this month include Against Me, Enter the Haggis and Martina McBride.
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