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From Augusta: Reflecting on the solemn anniversary of Lewiston’s shooting

The Oct. 25, 2023, massacre in Lewiston turned out to be the deadliest mass shooting of the year, and in the top 10 deadliest mass shootings in our nation’s history. The Lewiston shooting cost 18 lives, and inflicted physical and emotional injuries to many. Tragedies remind us that Maine often feels like one big town […]

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People and Business: Nov. 13

Hires, promotions, appointments Suzanne Moffatt was hired at Bar Harbor Wealth Management, a subsidiary of Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, as senior vice president, senior wealth manager. She has 40 years of experience in financial services, having worked as senior vice president, relationship manager and trust officer at Bangor Savings Bank for the last 18 […]

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Arts Calendar: Nov. 15-22

Comedy Friday 11/15 & Saturday 11/16 Jackie Kashian: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $24.25-$34.63. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Wednesday 11/20 “Cage Match” Improv Night: Competing improv teams, 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Friday 11/22 Ryan Hamilton: 8 p.m., State Theatre, 609 Congress St., Portland. $25-$40. statetheatreportland.com Friday […]

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Community Calendar: Nov. 15-22

Bulletin Board Friday 11/15 “Miami Vice for the Ice” fundraiser: Benefits Cape Elizabeth community ice rink, 6:30 p.m., Purpoodock Club, 300 Spurwink Road, Cape Elizabeth. $50-$175. givebutter.com/c/CCA-Gala-24 “Give Thanks” Apple Pie Fundraiser deadline: Order apple pie to benefit Cumberland Community Food Pantry, hosted by Cumberland/North Yarmouth Lions Club. $20. cnylions.org/apple-pie Saturday 11/16 H.O.M.E. Inc. holiday […]

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Mainewhile: Heart is back in the game after tough week

What a strange moment in time we are all sharing. At least, it sure feels strange to me. How about you? This has been a hard week. If you are someone who has read my column before, this will likely come as no surprise – and if you are new to it, well, it’s always […]