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A coalition of dedicated scientists and high-profile chefs wants to get invasive green crabs out of Maine’s waters and into your belly.
Portland’s Mufalo Chitam draws on her own experience to help the state’s newest residents rebuild their lives.
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They're cutting down trees and lifting up a town.
Once a foe to greens, now a surprising ally, writer and former Augusta heavyweight George Smith looks back on a rich Maine life — and ahead at one last challenge.
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A coalition of dedicated scientists and high-profile chefs wants to get invasive green crabs out of Maine’s waters and into your belly.
Portland’s Mufalo Chitam draws on her own experience to help the state’s newest residents rebuild their lives.
Winter ain’t here yet! Pick the right last-gasp weekend getaway and you can still get out and play before the snow flies.
They're cutting down trees and lifting up a town.
Once a foe to greens, now a surprising ally, writer and former Augusta heavyweight George Smith looks back on a rich Maine life — and ahead at one last challenge.
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Winter ain’t here yet! Pick the right last-gasp weekend getaway and you can still get out and play before the snow flies.
A categorical ranking of all 65 of Maine lighthouses, inspired by the 10th anniversary of Maine Lighthouse Day.
When staff photographer Benjamin Williamson wants to shoot Maine at its most essential, he hops the ferry for Monhegan, 10 miles out to sea, year-round population about 60. We asked him a few of his favorite places to set up a tripod.
For author Ron Currie, childhood summers on McGrath Pond are the stuff of memories— wistful, fickle, and poignant.
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The Mariners tip their helmets to Wes McCauley, one of hockey’s most popular refs.
A coalition of dedicated scientists and high-profile chefs wants to get invasive green crabs out of Maine’s waters and into your belly.
Opinions, advisories, and musings from the length and breadth of Maine
Peaks Islander and Episcopal lay minister Thurl Headen feeds his spirit through fashion.
At his new Portland restaurant, chef Greg Mitchell plays by the book to serve up old-time comfort.
Portland’s Mufalo Chitam draws on her own experience to help the state’s newest residents rebuild their lives.
Food & Drink
A coalition of dedicated scientists and high-profile chefs wants to get invasive green crabs out of Maine’s waters and into your belly.
Food & Drink
A coalition of dedicated scientists and high-profile chefs wants to get invasive green crabs out of Maine’s waters and into your belly.
At his new Portland restaurant, chef Greg Mitchell plays by the book to serve up old-time comfort.
Top-notch bagels are piling up around Maine.
On Portland’s flourishing bar scene, there’s a happy hour for everyone.
Hard cider is part of Maine’s heritage, and a new Belfast bar is betting on its renewed a-peel.
Travel & Outdoors
Winter ain’t here yet! Pick the right last-gasp weekend getaway and you can still get out and play before the snow flies.
Travel & Outdoors
Winter ain’t here yet! Pick the right last-gasp weekend getaway and you can still get out and play before the snow flies.
A categorical ranking of all 65 of Maine lighthouses, inspired by the 10th anniversary of Maine Lighthouse Day.
An autumn ramble through western Maine's backwoods and back roads.
Maine’s southern coast offers the American summer vacation at its beach-blanket best. Grab a towel and come with us.
When staff photographer Benjamin Williamson wants to shoot Maine at its most essential, he hops the ferry for Monhegan, 10 miles out to sea, year-round population about 60. We asked him a few of his favorite places to set up a tripod.
Photography
Roses are red, violets are blue, do you know where this is? We'll give you a clue.
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Roses are red, violets are blue, do you know where this is? We'll give you a clue.
Each month, Down East editors select our favorite response to “Where in Maine?” Here is our favorite letter from September’s photo of Mount Kineo.
Down East staff photographer Benjamin Williamson highlights some of his favorite shots from around the state.
When staff photographer Benjamin Williamson wants to shoot Maine at its most essential, he hops the ferry for Monhegan, 10 miles out to sea, year-round population about 60. We asked him a few of his favorite places to set up a tripod.
A small but growing number of Maine lobstermen are turning to offshore fishing in the winter: a photo essay from aboard the lobsterboat Sea Glass.
Arts & Culture
The Mariners tip their helmets to Wes McCauley, one of hockey’s most popular refs.
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Arts & Culture
The Mariners tip their helmets to Wes McCauley, one of hockey’s most popular refs.
Bangor Symphony Orchestra music director Lucas Richman has wielded the baton for 10 seasons, and the Grammy-winning maestro just signed on for five more.
Visit our calendar to find the best things to do, places to see, and events to attend in Maine.
Sure, he was mildly berserk, but for writer Leath Tonino, a woodsy uncle was the Pine Tree State personified.
In The Lighthouse, a cinema auteur pits two grim keepers in a battle of wills on a harsh, uncanny Maine island.
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