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On ‘Swag,’ Justin Bieber leans into the skid

by Chris Kelly Washington Post July 14, 2025July 14, 2025

On his surprise release, pop superstar Justin Bieber obscures a solid Ra&B album by getting distracted by the trappings of fame.

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Enjoy nature in nature with the can’t-miss movies at Maine Outdoor Film Festival

by Dennis Perkins July 14, 2025July 14, 2025

The film festival leans into Mainers’ love of the outdoors with a 5-day movie lineup of documentaries, shorts, Maine-made movies, and other cinematic explorations of the world around us.

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Relive the ’80s and ’90s with concert photos from The Ballpark at Old Orchard Beach

by Aimsel Ponti July 14, 2025July 11, 2025

Huge acts played at the outdoor venue for more than a decade.

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Portland friends spread cold water joy as Two Maine Mermaids

by Aimsel Ponti July 14, 2025July 14, 2025

Kelsy Hartley and Caitlin Hopkins lead an annual International Women’s Day dip at Willard Beach.

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11 things you need to do at the Yarmouth Clam Festival

by Ray Routhier July 14, 2025July 17, 2025

To get the most out of southern Maine’s biggest summer party, you should eat clams, see the shucking contest and get a photo with Steamer, among other things.

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Indie-pop band Lucius to play new album at Portland and Bar Harbor shows

by Aimsel Ponti July 14, 2025July 11, 2025

Local superfan Marian Starkey will be there.

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Maine has long been a destination for international artists. Under Trump, some are staying away.

by Megan Gray July 13, 2025July 12, 2025

Artists, festivals and presenters are feeling the effects of the president’s policies on immigration enforcement, travel bans and sexual orientation.

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Maine’s roller skating scene gets a leg (and some wheels) up from social media

by Corey Fiske and Skyler Cummings July 11, 2025July 12, 2025

Online videos of roller skaters at Westbrook’s Happy Wheels have gone viral recently. They’re working to attract younger people to the activity and sport.