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Lake Street Dive drummer talks playing Thompson’s Point and channeling Mr. Miyagi

The band celebrates its 20th anniversary with a pair of shows in Portland this weekend. We ask drummer Mike Calabrese five questions.

Plus, details on many more upcoming concerts and comedy shows.

by Dennis Perkins August 12, 2024August 8, 2024

Before ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ these indie offerings offered a different – and sometimes dark – take on the genre.

From a former dairy farm in Saco to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, there are several places to take in works of art, along with some fresh air.

River Jam includes performances by Louisa Stancioff and Oshima Brothers, among several others.

The dog’s ‘commentary’ will have you in stitches.

by Kate Cough The Maine Monitor August 11, 2024September 9, 2024

While lobster populations have declined recently, decades of growth in the Gulf of Maine have led to changes in the animals’ habitat, scientists say.

Keepers planned a day full of enrichment for Suzie while educating visitors about Maine’s black bear population.

by Andrew Jeong The Washington Post August 11, 2024August 11, 2024

Many other artists, including Adele, Aerosmith, Rihanna and Pharrell Williams, have told Trump to stop using their work at his events.

by Maura Judkis The Washington Post August 11, 2024August 11, 2024

Remember when the animal stories in politics were mainly about cute pets? Suffice to say, the 2024 election references are more wild.