Features
The Last of the Monhegans
Monhegan Island remains a magical place for all who visit. But is the island in danger of losing its soul?
Bangor Rock City
Why the Queen City should never have become the live music capital of Northern New England. And why it did anyway.
Making Waves
Grain Surfboards in York has carved a nice in the surfing industry.
Island Getaway
There’s a little slice of heaven on Mooselookmeguntic Lake.
Special Section
92 Days of Summer
Our no-recess guide to summer happenings in Vacationland.
Departments
Where in Maine?
Can you identify this summer hideaway?
Editor’s Note
The Mail
Letters to the Editor
Your Maine
How do you kick off summer in Maine?
A Reverberating Question
A Down East fishing community weighs whether to trust the Canadians with a beloved artifact.
What’s in a Picture
Mother of the Year
The Lost Tribe
A sophisticated prehistoric culture lived in Maine thousands of years ago. Then they suddenly vanished.
The Things They Carry
Hikers honor fallen veterans at the summit of Maine’s tallest mountain.
Other Views
Commentary from around Maine
Drawing the Line
FEMA stirs up a flood of controversy along the coast.
Island Love Song
A brand-new cottage is built with memories and turn-of-the-century charm.
A Popping Success
Best known for its addictive (and healthy) popcorn, Little Lad’s aims to change the way America snacks.
A Signature Summer
A tip from a movie star wasn’t the only highlight of my summer waitressing job.
Resting Place
Old-fashioned funeral rituals bring comfort to family and friends.
Ocean
Dining at the Cape Arundel Inn blends fine French cuisine with luxurious atmosphere.
The Menu
Slates
Humor by the Boatload
Silly poetry, unnecessary speed, and 19th-century selfies at Maine Maritime Museum.
The Great Outdoorsman
A collection by columnist George Smith explores family, faith, and rural living in Maine.
The Real Deal
A new show on the History Channel brings dickering pros to the nation’s attention.