Features
Seduced and Enslaved
A growing number of otherwise normal Mainers have fallen prey to the enchantment of orchid growing. Location: Ellsworth
- By: Richard Grant
- Photography by: Sara Gray
Understanding Maine Winter
A new collection of art by seventy five contemporary and historic artists depicting our longest season, Winter.
- By: Robert Post
Cover
- Photography by: Kevin Shields
Need a Lift?
You might want to tuck your family into a condo at Sugarloaf, one of the liveliest and most laid-back communities in Maine. Location: Sugarloaf
- By: Virginia Wright
- Photography by: Sara Gray
Battery-Powered Learning
Maine’s pilot program putting laptop computers in seventh grade classrooms is getting rave notices from teachers and students. Location: Portland, Freeport, Pembroke
- By: Jeff Clark
- Photography by: Benjamin Magro
The Right Channel
Psychic medium, Vicki Monroe does a radio call-in program, gives psychic seminars, and offers private readings.
- By: Michaela Cavallaro
- Photography by: David A. Rodgers
Departments
Microbrew Harbor
Thirsty sailors near Castine can tie up at Dennett’s Wharf for locally brewed beer and ale plus oysters and a reasonably priced menu. Location: Castine, Bagaduce River
- By: Ken Textor
Aquaculturist Passes
The grandfather of Maine’s aquaculture industry has died. Location: South Bristol
- By: Ken Textor
Local Hero
The Maine Italian sandwich celebrates its centennial. Location: Portland
Losing Touch
The dependence on weather channels and official forecasts disconnects us from the real world outside our windows.
East-West Byway
Some intrepid Ashlanders are recreating a historic trek. Location: Ashland, Quebec
- Photography by: Michael Ricci
Snow Jobs
Aroostook’s embrace of biathlon is beginning to pay off. Location: Fort Kent, Presque Isle
Our War on Coyotes
One of the nation’s foremost outdoors writers says that coyote snaring is both ineffective and inhumane.
- By: Ted Williams
- Photography by: Len Rue Jr
Protected Area
Concern over an article that Down East ran about Bates-Morse Mountain Conservation Area that will encourage too many people to the delicate, fragile property. Location: Phippsburg
- By: Judith A. Marden
Back to the Land Again?
A new book argues that progress isn’t all it is cracked up to be, and takes up the question of whether it is possible today to live in a sane relationship with the natural world.
- By: Richard Grant
Briefly Noted
A collector’s guide to the tinted landscape prints of Charles Sawyer.
- By: Paul Doiron
Fort Fun
Some of the most interesting sights in Portland Harbor are the old forts. Location: Portland, South Portland
- By: Andrew Vietze
Attack Ad Ban
Maine Sunday Telegram article about Political attack ads.
Bangor at the Crossroads
Bangor has learned how popular as well as lucrative cultural and arts events can be. Bangor Daily News article. Location: Bangor
Damariscotta Fare
A cozy two-story restaurant retrofitted into an old hardware store. Location: Damariscotta
- By: Andrew Vietze
Sugarloaf Supershow
A world famous team will perform a repertoire of choreographed acrobatic tricks at Sugarloaf in February 2004 Location: Sugarloaf
- By: Andrew Vietze
Durham Delights
Author reminisces about a special winter when he rediscovered ice skating. Location: Durham
- By: Stephen Leonard
The Third Age
Traditional retirement is out of the question for a growing number of aging, yet active Mainers.
- Photography by: Nance Trueworthy
For More Information
A list of chambers of commerce around the state.
All the News You Need to Know
A list of Maine newspapers
A New Option for Retiring in Maine
A new kind of independent-living community is springing up around the state.
On the Marsh, K’port
A superb restaurant offering a cuisine both elegant and whimsical; a feast for the eyes and the palate. Location: Kennebunkport
- By: Aurelia C. Scott
- Photography by: Randy Ury
Maine Senior Colleges
A list of colleges offering courses geared to the interests of older Mainers.
A Quick Tour of Maine
Every corner of the state offers advantages for retirees. Full page Stapleton photo of Cape Porpoise. Location: Cape Porpoise, Kennebunkport
- Photography by: Michele Stapleton
Maine’s Retirement Communities
A comprehensive list of retirement facilities in Maine.
Maine By the Numbers
Statistical Chart showing population figures, median income, temperatures, crime rate and more by county.
The Hospitals of Maine
A list of hospitals, large and small, all across the state of Maine.
February Highlights
Winter festivals and live performances brighten up our shortest month.
Skating in Bangor
Vintage photograph of skaters on the Penobscot River, with the old covered bridge in the background, circa 1880. Location: Bangor, Penobscot River
- By: Ellen MacDonald Ward