Feeling safe and supported in the great outdoors
BY JULIA BAYLY One of the best things about living in Maine are the year-round outdoor recreational opportunities in the state. Miles of coastline, hundreds of lakes and rivers, mountains and forests — much of it accessible to the public — means there is something for…
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Meet the Queen of Queen City: Priscilla Poppycocks
BY JUDY HARRISON Priscilla Poppycocks is one of the most recognized drag queens in the Queen City, as is her creator Dominick Varney, who has performed in or directed more than 50 productions at Penobscot Theatre Company. “She is Maine’s answer to Dame Edna (a creation…
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Health Equity Alliance: making pride happen in Bangor
BY CRYSTAL SANDS The Bangor Pride annual events have become such an important tradition in our city that most of us have come to expect rainbows in June and the big pride parade, but we may not be aware of who organizes these events and the…
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Tips for supporting LGBTQ+ friends and community members
BY CASEY BERNARD Although times have changed and communities have evolved to be more accepting of LGBTQ+ members of Maine communities, there are still times and situations when LGBTQ+ people do not feel as welcome or accepted in all spaces. For tips on supporting LGBTQ+ friends,…
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A brief history of Pride Month
COURTESY OF METRO CREATIVE Each June, pride celebrations serve to recognize and highlight the contributions of people who identify as LGBTQ+ and shed light on issues currently facing the community. Pride Month celebrations can take many forms, with some including parties, parades, proms, and even protests.…
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