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My Maine Stories
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Orphanage on Revere Street
by anonymous
An orphanage operated by a Mrs. Oliver on 54 Revere Street in Portland, Maine in 1930.
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The man who dedicated 52 years to Biddeford's iconic Alex Pizza
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
A work ethic learned from his parents and passion for the employees and customers of Alex Pizza.
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Timberland Legacy, My Family's History in Maine
by Lisa Huber
A long connection to the forestry industry and conservation movement in Maine
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Working at International Paper and being part of the community
by Gary Desjardens
Working for International Paper and volunteering for the Special Olympics of America
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I was a regional volunteer coordinator for the Women’s March
by Erica McNally
Erica McNally's experiences in Washington at the Women's March, 2017
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Spiros Droggitis: From Biddeford to Washington DC and back
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
A Greek family's impact: from the iconic Wonderbar Restaurant to Washington DC
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Alex Mouzas: Passionate about sharing his Greek-American roots
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
A personal, in-depth look into the life and contributions of area Greek-Americans
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Everything we did was new and exciting in the Vellux division
by Maurice Paquette
If you applied yourself you could do anything at Pepperell Mills.
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Redlining and the Jewish Communities in Maine
by David Freidenreich
Federal and state policies created unfair housing practices against immigrants, like redlining.
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Story of the "little nun"
by Felicia Garant
My grandmother made a nun's outfit for me
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Why I came to Maine and what's kept me here
by Kate Webber
I came to Maine for college but then got involved in contradance and museums.
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Dr. Norman Beaupré: Preserving his Franco-American culture
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
Journey growing up as a Franco-American in Biddeford to his career as a professor and author.
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I have thought about Vietnam almost every day for 48 years
by Ted Heselton
Working as a heavy equipment operator in Vietnam
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Nemo's Nightmare of World War I
by Mike and Bryan Luciano
Franklyn J. "Nemo" Burbank of Livermore Falls was our ancestor who fought in World War I.
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Norcross Deer Hunting
by Albert Fowler
How hunting has impacted my life
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Sister Madeleine Couture: Dedicating her life to teaching
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
The story of a life immersed in family and teaching
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Sister Therese Bouthot:Life of service as a Good Shepherd sister
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
From humble beginnings to playing a leadership role in the service of others
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For Sale
by ALD
2022 Pen on paper 9 x 12 in
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Participating in the 2017 Women’s March on Washington
by Sarah Gaba
Participating in the Women's March in Washington, D.C., 2017
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Cantor Beth & Dr David Strassler: personal insights on life
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
The journey of a couple devoted to each other, their family, their community and their religion
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Lionel "Toots" Bouthot: A life filled with music
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
From the age of 5, a lifetime of contributing to the musical fabric of Biddeford.
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Mike Remillard shares his in-depth knowledge of our community
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
You will learn a lot from Mike's fascination with many topics from church organs to submarines.
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My career as a wildlife biologist
by Ron Joseph
Rural Maine provided the foundation of a rewarding career as a wildlife biologist.
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Nicole Morin-Scribner: living the dreams of her immigrant parent
by Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center
A 6-year-old immigrant makes the most of her opportunities while staying connected to her roots