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Lawyers to be stationed in libraries across state to offer free legal advice
More than 60 lawyers will be in 43 libraries around the state Wednesday, which is Law Day, to provide resources and assistance to people seeking help on legal issues. The Lawyers in Libraries program will be held from noon to 2 p.m. statewide. Lawyers will present information about free resources, ...
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Stephen and Tabitha King offer to cover one-third of $9 million Bangor library renovation, if library finds ways to foot the rest of the bill
BANGOR, Maine — Authors Stephen and Tabitha King have pledged $3 million toward renovations at Bangor’s century-old public library, as long as the library reaches its goal of raising another $6 million, according to the library’s director. The Bangor Public Library has kicked off a $9 million fundraising effort in ...
Dedication set for memorial to Bangor men killed in World War II
on Nov. 01, 2012, at 4:01 p.m.
BANGOR, Maine — Fifteen years after the Maine World War II Memorial was installed at Cole Land Transportation Museum, a granite monument naming all 112 Bangor men killed in the war will be dedicated during Veterans Day ceremonies. Museum founder Galen Cole, a Purple Heart veteran who attended Bangor High ...
Family Ties: Ordering microfilm, fiche from the library? Do it online
It used to be that ordering microfilm or microfiche required two trips to a Latter-Day Saints Family History Center — one to order the film from the library in Salt Lake City, then a second trip to actually view it. Researchers now can place their order for film or fiche ...
Lecture on Great American Songbook set for Bangor Library
Call him old-fashioned, call him sentimental, but Michael Paul Lund has made it his mission to celebrate and educate people about the Great American Songbook and its many interpreters. Lund, a Lincolnville resident, has given his lectures all over the country and will give one titled “Great American Popular Singers” ...
John Bapst goes international with new program
BANGOR, Maine — Minh Le has gone from one extreme to the other in the last year and a half, going from living in a home city of 9 million people to a Maine mill town with a population of just under 7,000. Now he finds himself somewhere in the ...
Book festival to bring 35 authors to downtown Bangor
The fifth Bangor Book Festival will bring a record number of authors to Bangor on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 30-Oct. 1, for a celebration of literature that will reach beyond the typical venue, the Bangor Public Library, to four other downtown locations. “This year has been a banner year for ...
Library programs on tap in Bangor
on Aug. 26, 2011, at 6:21 p.m.
BANGOR — Bangor Public Library will begin its fall programs on Monday, Sept. 12, at 145 Harlow St. Every age group has a program, from birth to teen. The Children’s Department will offer 12 programs a week. All are welcome to stop by and find the right one for them. ...
Bangor Public Library readies for reading program
on July 25, 2011, at 3:46 p.m.
BANGOR, Maine — The Bangor Public Library Summer Reading Program events Monday through Friday, Aug. 1-5, in the story room at the library. “Crafty Critters” at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 1; “My Life With Ballet” at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2; “Mother Goose Storytime” at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3.; ...
Bangor photographer helps preserve library’s World War-era poster collection
BANGOR, Maine — The images are iconic. Not only are they prime examples of Americana and commercial art from the World War I and World War II eras, they also evoke memories of Americans’ shared sacrifices during two events that left indelible marks on the nation. Virtually everyone has seen ...
RSU 87-MSAD 23 board to meet in Carmel
on June 03, 2011, at 5:25 p.m.
CARMEL, Maine — The RSU 87-MSAD 23 board will hold a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 6, at the superintendent’s office in Carmel. For information, email jbackus@msad23.org. Baked bean supper to be served in Holden HOLDEN, Maine — The Holden Congregational Church will hold a baked bean supper ...
Lifestyle Calendar, April 18, 2011
on April 17, 2011, at 2:55 p.m.
BANGOR — Dave Morrison of Camden will read from his poetry, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, Bangor Public Library. CAMDEN — Hank Tyler on “Reviewing environmental issues and accomplishments , 1960 to 2010 and into the future,” 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21, Camden Public Library. 236-3440. DOVER-FOXCROFT — Open mic ...
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The man behind Eddington
Happy Birthday, Eddington! We wish you a year full of enjoyment in your bicentennial events, which begin with an evening of town history, music, displays, cake and beverages 6:45-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22, at the Eddington-Clifton Civic Center, also known as Comins Hall. The celebration will include a playlet by ...
LePage tells legislative leaders he’s moving out of State House because of ‘censorship’
Nichole Cable’s friends, family attend accused killer’s emotionally charged court appearance
Lincoln’s Coffee Pot Cafe shuts its doors
Maine Sports Hall of Fame member, DJ Dana Wilson convicted of child pornography possession
Community members rally in memory of Nichole Cable; events, fundraisers planned
Guest Post: “I’m about ready to name my daughter Revolution.”
Rep. Diane Russell’s fool’s errand
Help Maine charter schools succeed before adding more
Goodwin steps down as Brewer High School boys basketball coach
Tommy Lawrence pitches UMaine baseball to victory in first America East tournament game
Garcia sorry after ‘stupid’ Woods fried chicken jibe
Live updates: UMaine baseball vs. Stony Brook at America East Championship
Martin, Gardner pitch Hampden baseball team past Brewer
Maine School of Science and Mathematics alumni drawn to give back to magnet school
Federal agencies eye return to restored historic Custom House in Portland
It’s hard to keep secrets from a friend who is clairvoyant
New York City rumble showcases Maine’s lobster roll dominance
