The Lombard log hauler that was in a poor location off Front Street is now in the spotlight on the grounds of the Waterville Historical Society’s Redington Museum on Silver Street.
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Behind closed doors at Castle Tucker
WISCASSET — Peek into the nooks and crannies of Castle Tucker on a Behind Closed Doors Tour from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 8. See rooms not included on the general tour. Experience this tour made more personal with a maximum tour size of six people to allow for social distancing. Located at 2 Lee […]
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Maine Voices: Listening to atomic bombing survivors’ stories is more important than ever
On the 75th anniversary of Hiroshima, we must understand the effects of nuclear weapons and debate their role in our society.
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Capt. Brian LeFebvre: Birthday is time to recognize Coast Guard’s key role in coastal Maine
Amid today’s pandemic-driven challenges, our can-do service culture – much like Maine’s Dirigo-rooted mentality – keeps us going.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
A defiant woman, a dazzling city and the fate of feudal Japan
Through multiple marriages and divorces, deception, disgrace and disownment, the real 19th-century woman at the heart of “Stranger in the Shogun’s City” was determined to do things her way.
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Maine Voices: Central to creation of DHS, Collins is silent as agency abuses power
The unconstitutional tactics used in Portland, Ore., and elsewhere are the result of the post-9/11 militarization of the government.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Military-related grievances still very much relevant
The Founders’ concern about quartering troops takes modern form in defense spending and war powers.
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Maine Suffrage Centennial: Women’s fight for equal rights continues today
The National Woman’s Party led the fight for the 19th Amendment 100 years ago, but the work is not finished.
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The gun that made a Wild West huckster a wealthy man
In the 19th century, Samuel Colt worked out the first reliable, mass-produced “repeating firearm.” By the time he died, his pistols were legion and legendary.
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Historic Castle Tucker opens for season with new hours
WISCASSET — Historic New England’s Castle Tucker opens for the season today with new hours and safety protocols due to the pandemic. This year, the museum will be open for tours Friday through Sunday. Guided tours will be given on the half hour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with the last tour each day leaving […]