1794: Jabez Ricker makes a land swap with the Shaker religious community in Alfred, Maine, for land in Bakerstown (present-day Poland). Shortly after their arrival to the property, travelers, looking for a place to stay, knock on their door and the innkeeping business begins. 1797: The Ricker family opens the Wentworth Ricker Inn, later known […]
Karen Kreworuka
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Poland Spring Bottling Museum: The source of Poland Spring water history, from chasing thirsty cows to selling water worldwide
The unique museum in Poland — full of history and hands-on exhibits — highlights Maine’s pure water as much as the marketing and business genius of Hiram Ricker.
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Celebration Barn, world-renowned hotbed of physical theater, turns 50
The well-known performance and training space in South Paris was started by Tony Montanaro in 1972 and remains globally recognized for its artistic experimentation.
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Weightlifting deemed best exercise for those older than 50
Strength training adds muscle mass and increases metabolism.
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The Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity
The museum at 121 Main St., Bridgton, is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last tour at 3:30) through Oct. 8 or by appointment. Admission: $8 for adults, $4 for students, free for children ages 15 and under. There is no charge to visit the museum gift shop. Masks are required. […]
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Bridgton museum highlights life of Rufus Porter, ‘the Yankee DaVinci’
The Rufus Porter Museum of Art and Ingenuity captures the life and times of the early-American artist and inventor who was known as both a Renaissance man and a ‘terrible businessman.’
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Report cites Maine for senior health strengths, challenges
State places 13th in nation in annual United Health Foundation rankings.
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The power of adult friendships
Good friends make us healthier and happier. They ‘renew my spirit and fill my soul,’ as one Lewiston woman says. Four area residents share their experiences with adult friendships, and advice on how to make new friends.
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Indoor yard sale for Ukraine set for June 4 in Buckfield
DEAR SUN SPOTS: An indoor yard sale to support Ukraine is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at the Masonic Building, 3 High St. in Buckfield. This year’s rain-or-shine fundraiser will benefit the people of Ukraine and support the Lodge’s social service efforts. The yard sale will feature thousands of treasures […]
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Lewiston school counselor focuses on hope
Silver Linings: Substance abuse counselor Vicky Wiegman set to retire after 35 years at city schools.