The future of Meadow Lanes remains uncertain

With an application to convert part of the Wilton bowling alley into a cannabis dispensary yet to be filed with the planning board, the future of Meadow Lanes still hangs in the air.

Proposal for cannabis business at Wilton bowling alley lacks application

The Planning Board held a discussion last month but lacks specifics.

‘It’s in my blood’: Longtime candlepin bowlers keep a New England tradition alive

As candlepin alleys slowly disappear in Maine, diehard fans and some new to the sport hope to keep the challenging, unique brand of bowling around. 'I love this game because you cannot conquer it.'

Where to candlepin bowl in Maine

The Maine Candlepin Bowling Association and other sources list at least 15 candlepin bowling alleys around the state still in operation.

String. Deadwood. Spread eagle. A beginner’s guide to speaking the language of candlepin

Pro bowler from Mexico finds Portland is right up his alley

After a thrilling competition at Bayside Bowl last summer, Arturo 'El Niño' Quintero couldn't hide his enthusiasm for the area. And in the local bowling community, the feeling was mutual.

Bowling with new gear

Pro bowlers feed off the energy of fans at Bayside Bowl

The Professional Bowlers Association returned to Portland to host televised events during a weeklong stay that ended Sunday.

PBA Tour returns to Bayside Bowl for three events this week

It will mark the first time the Professional Bowlers Association competes in front of fans since the start of the pandemic.

Sabattus couple buys Lewiston’s Sparetime Recreation, saving it from closure

The bowling alley will still close May 4, just temporarily, and reopen in late summer under the new owners, Justin and Samantha Juray.