March 2003

Champion of the Hamadan

Tad Runge showcases a type of oriental rug long dismissed as inferior. Location: Yarmouth

The Missing Lynx

Once thought to be interlopers from Quebec, the Canada lynx is now known to be thriving in the Maine North Woods, even in heavily cut-over sections. Location: 

Maine Sources, Recognizing Heirloom Masterpieces

Antique quilts and their restoration. Location: York

THE GREENEST SPOT IN MAINE

The Longfellow family presides over a huge complex of greenhouses. Location: Manchester

Home At Last on Little Deer Isle

The McWilliams family incorporated ideas from all over the world when they built their dream home on Little Deer Isle. Location: Little Deer Isle, Chickadee Cove

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Maine Sources, Vessels of the Finestkind

Jamie Oates work is set apart by his virtuosity with glazes and ceramic design. Location: Belfast

Maine Sources, Sculpture or Furniture?

Master furniture maker, Lee Schuette likes to blend the historical design and detail with a modern flair. Location: Kittery Point

New Man in Rockland

Rockland’s new harbormaster. Location: Rockland

Hinckley Consolidates

Hinckley Company Boatbuilders is expanding their operation in Maine. Location: Southwest Harbor, Trenton

Speedy Justice

Paying your traffic fines on line.

Stone Age

The discards from century old granite works are being recycled into new countertops and other home building items. Location: Franklin, Deer Isle, Jonesboro

Boat People

Portland, as well as other communities with harbors, is passing legislation limiting the docking of houseboats. Location: Portland

Where Are They Now?

An update on the whereabouts of some of Maine’s former governors.

Getting Sappy

A list of statistics on Maine maple trees and syrup.

Books to Go

A program to stock doctor’s offices and hospitals with a variety of children’s books to be given out at patient visits.

Riding the Rails

Soon Portland won’t be the end of the line for Maine’s commuter rail network. Location: Auburn

Changing of the Guard

Humorous comparison of the styles and preferences of our present and last governors.

Bad Odor

In several campaign races last November, the unprecedented barrage of attack ads seemed to backfire.

Save a Spot

Reader’s comments on the January 2003 issue regarding Maine in Ten Years.

Coyote Outrage

Reader’s comments concerning Maine’s coyote snaring program.

Schoodic Specifics

Park planner, John Kelly , gives corrected information on the changes occurring at the former Schoodic Naval Base. Location: Winter Harbor, Gouldsboro

Let It Snow

.A guide for snowshoers, skiers, and snowbirds of all kinds.

Briefly Noted

Brief reviews of three new books. Location: Stonington, Java Joe’s, Portland Public Market, Smiling Hill Farm

All Politics is Local

Bowdoin Professor and Pollster, Christian Potholm explains how the political game is played in Maine.

Wells Radiation Center

The decision to build health care facilities should not be determined by politics. York Independent article. Location: Wells, York County

ATV Troubles

Damaged roads and property from irresponsible ATV riders is causing much ado in parts of Maine. Biddeford Journal Tribune article.

Health Care Savings

Maine’s political leaders have quite a challenge ahead in providing a better health coverage system. Bangor Daily News article.

Organic Gardening 101

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association offers a number of educational courses throughout the year. Location: Unity

Personable Pathfinders

A group of like-minded folks in Lubec gets together once a week to walk and hike the many trails available in the area. Location: Lubec

Public Secrecy

Maine’s Freedom of Access Act gives all citizens the right to view all government documents unless specifically prohibited. Brunswick Times Record article

Unexpected Company

Author’s humorous recollections about meeting numerous Maine natives on a trip around the world.

Local 188, Portland

A delightful restaurant in Longfellow Square is also an interesting art gallery. Location: Portland

March Highlights

Concerts, Plays, maple sugaring ,and a big spring flower show top this month’s schedule. 

York Harbor Confection

Vintage photo of the stately manse formerly occupied by a physician in York Harbor. Location: York Harbor