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PublishedJune 6, 2021
Almost forgotten artist D.D. Coombs deserves to be remembered
The once well-known Auburn painter produced local landscapes as well as portraits of Maine dignitaries, cartoons and caricatures, drawing until the day he died.
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PublishedApril 7, 2021
Iraqi culture, heritage topic of discussion at museum
Bowdoin College
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2021
The Presidents’ plates: We look back at presidential visits to Maine, with an eye on the food
From lobster to coconut ice cream, it's Fare to the Chief.
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PublishedDecember 21, 2020
Congress backs Sen. Collins’ measure for women’s history museum
Two new Smithsonian museums for the nation's capital included in year-end funding bill, including one Collins has sought since 2003.
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PublishedOctober 22, 2020
Graveyard tour puts a spotlight on Norway’s forefathers
Six tours will be held between Oct. 30 - 31 at the Rustfield Cemetery on Greenleaf Street in Norway.
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PublishedFebruary 23, 2020
Colony, Chapter II: Rivalry
An acrimonious relationship develops between Maine and Massachusetts.
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PublishedFebruary 16, 2020
Colony, Chapter I: Dawnland
Maine's path to statehood began long before you think it did.
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PublishedSeptember 27, 2019
Strong Historical Society to explore archaeological findings at Blue Ledge
The society will meet at 79 Main St. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, and, as always, the meeting is open to all.
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PublishedJuly 29, 2019
Vote on Maine statehood was far from assured two centuries ago
Every attempt over the previous 30 years to separate from Massachusetts had failed until July 26, 1819 – 200 years ago this week.
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PublishedJuly 21, 2019
What you ought to know about Maine on its 200th birthday
The state's 'wretched' early years. George Washington. A black-bear-inspired war with Canada. A national reputation for drunkenness. And unmistakable political clout in Washington, D.C. They're all just part of Maine's colorful 200-year history.
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