Francis, who was 88, made his last public appearance on Easter Sunday.
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Crafty Mainers have it all sewn (and buttoned and knit) up
Mainers have the highest rates of participation in some kinds of fiber art — weaving, crocheting, quilting, needlepoint, knitting or sewing — in the country.
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Maine’s hidden ‘Sistine Chapel’ inspires artists with 70-year-old frescoes
The recent launch of a website dedicated to frescoes in a Maine meeting house has created a new surge of interest in the paintings.
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How to buy concert tickets — and avoid getting scammed
Maine lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban bots and put a price cap on resale tickets.
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Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s ride at these Maine events
Lantern-hanging, a talk and readings of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem ‘Paul Revere’s Ride’ are scheduled as part of the 250th anniversary.
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Photographer’s passion project transforms women from familiar to fantastical
Ruby Wallace-Ewing says she takes inspiration from the older women she photographs, many of whom are celebrating a major life milestone or accomplishment.
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Belichick’s girlfriend Jordon Hudson will compete in Miss Maine USA
Hudson, an entrepreneur from Hancock, also competed in the pageant last year.
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On Record Store Day, get your fill of vinyl at more than 12 stores in Maine
Participating stores around the state will be selling special releases.
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Where to shop for vinyl records in Maine
Add to your record collection at 24 stores statewide.
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Maine’s Catholic diocese is tapping into solar power
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland has leased land to solar developers to build what are believed to be the first arrays on church property in the state.