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Ramadan

Published
March 13, 2025

Traditional foods used to end daily Ramadan fasts. Now? Pizza, burgers and tacos

Generational preferences, convenience and cravings can lead Maine Muslims to surprising iftar foods.
Published
March 12, 2025

Muslim holy days should be state holidays, Lewiston lawmaker says

Rep. Mana Abdi, D-Lewiston, is pushing for Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha to join Christmas, Thanksgiving and others on the state calendar of holidays.
Published
March 9, 2025

Biddeford community celebrates Ramadan, breaks fast together

A local couple organized the community iftar at the University of New England on Saturday, with a special focus on Islamic culture and art.
Published
April 7, 2024

Breaking the Ramadan fast: What Muslims from all parts of the globe eat

Though they fast every day during the holy month, Muslims enjoy scrumptious traditional foods during the evening iftar meals and the holiday's final Eid al-Fitr feast.
Published
March 13, 2024

In Biddeford, iftar dinner builds community during Ramadan

The tradition of inviting the community to a fast-breaking dinner will continue this year on March 23 at Southern Maine Health Care. This year's gathering includes a panel discussion that celebrates Muslim women.

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Published
March 10, 2024

Muslims spot Ramadan crescent moon in Saudi Arabia, meaning month of fasting starts Monday for many

The sacred month, which sees those observing abstain from food and water from sunrise to sunset, marks a period of religious reflection, family get-togethers and giving across the Muslim world.
Published
April 21, 2023

In photos: Muslims gather to celebrate the end of Ramadan

Story and photos by Brianna Soukup/Staff Photographer
Published
March 23, 2023

Local Muslims express gratitude for the first day of Ramadan

The 30-day celebration is marked by daytime fasts, self-reflection, generosity and religious devotion.
Published
May 2, 2022

In photos: Muslims around Maine come together to celebrate Eid al-Fitr

There was laughter, dancing and smiles as hundreds gathered to pray and celebrate the Muslim holiday, Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan.
Published
April 29, 2022

In photos: Ramadan brings a gathering of faith, music and food

At sundown, the Ocean Gateway in Portland came alive with performances, traditional Arabic music, prayer and food to celebrate one of the last nights of Ramadan.