Meet Maine Radio Legend George Hale
As soon as he returned home from Florida this spring, George Hale couldn’t wait to get back on the air with his co-host Ric Tyler at WVOM, 103.9 FM.
Labor of Love: 90-year-old Lester Sprague Whittles Walking Sticks for Family and Friends
Years ago, Lester Sprague and his wife, Harriet were visiting Duck Lake in Northern Hancock…
History in the Garden and How the New World Upset it All
Among the spectacular plants discovered in the Americas, azaleas captivated European gardeners. Photo by Lynette…
Outfoxing the Williest Opponent of All
The last resort is to set a trap to catch and release pests elsewhere. Photo…
A Shot at Life
Hope on the Horizon, As More Receive COVID-19 Vaccines. Brooke Adams is checked out by…
A Conversation with Kevin Hancock of Hancock Lumber
"The company really is the people who work there today." With retail stores, kitchen design…
Stepping Back into Maine’s Past
Antiques create a time machine at the Smith Company in Cornish Steve Smith recently sat…
Fall is the Time for Freshwater Lobster
When I heard there was a hiking trail to the summit of Lobster Mountain, I…
Enjoy a Chapter of Maine’s Fire Tower History on Big Moose Mountain
Photos by Carey Kish The view from the ledges atop 3,194-foot Big Moose Mountain is…
Weather or Not: ATVs Ascend Mount Washington
Back in 2015 was the first time my spouse and I planned to ride our…
Yanked Potato Farls
The Yankee Chef Northern Ireland has a superb accompaniment to their breakfast dishes that truly supersedes hash browns, and that is the Farl. While there is
History in the Garden and How the New World Upset it All
Gardeners make history. Gardening is history itself. The story of many ancient civilizations can be chronicled in their gardens. For centuries, anthropologists have been mining
A Conversation with Wendy Weiger
A Woman Who Lives in the Woods In her quiet, knowledgeable way, Wendy Weiger, MD, PhD, urges people to think about two important, interrelated truths.
Santa’s Gifts: The Gift of Giving Back
It all began in his early twenties, sharing drinks at a bar with a couple of ladies he was trying to impress. The two women
Portland Veterinarians Make Island House Calls
Most of the time when Maine’s island residents need everything from groceries to building supplies and clothes, they either hop on their boats or take the
Meet Maine Mariners First Year Head Coach Ben Guite
“Play fast, competitive and play hard,” Maine Mariners first year head coach, Ben Guite, said to his team before their home opener. The Mariners began their 72-game season in the
About Maine: Celebrate the Holiday Season!
December’s calendar is always bursting with fun things to do. However, with COVID-19 acting the Grinch, it’s best to check ahead. Our holiday wish is
Jeffrey Nelson: A Northwestern Champion on the East Coast
“Looking back you could hear the countdown in the last ten seconds of the game, and just the excitement that you were going to win
Puffy Turkey and Dumplings: The Perfect Thanksgiving Day Leftovers!
The Yankee Chef One of the most sought-after recipes has got to be chicken and dumplings. But isn’t leftover turkey just as good? I think so! No matter what
Love and Marriage Bloom for Sam and Erin in Maine Seniors Magazine
All pictures by Misha Friedman Our readers will remember the creative marriage proposal of Sam and Erin that occurred right here between the pages of
Kindred Spirits: The Field House Connection
“Dear Rachel, Your island home continues to stand against the ravages of time, tides, and winter storms – with a bit of help…Your house is still well
Welding the Past into Eternity: Art for Your Yard
At first glance they grab at you, pull you in with their size, their shape, their weightless appearance, and their absolute incongruity and magnetism. Jay Sawyer’s
