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Waterville’s Central Maine Striders share their wisdom about running (and life).
The former Penobscot chief tackles the famously grueling stretch of the Appalachian Trail to test his body and spirit and connect with his ancestors.
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When she’s back in Maine, find the space archaeologist picnicking on MDI’s Seal Harbor Beach.
Your region-by-region preview of the traditions, activities, and events that make summer in the Pine Tree State unforgettable.
“I don’t think people realize the potential of paper,” says Quantum Artistic’s Stacy Bettencourt.
Waterville’s Central Maine Striders share their wisdom about running (and life).
The former Penobscot chief tackles the famously grueling stretch of the Appalachian Trail to test his body and spirit and connect with his ancestors.
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Your region-by-region preview of the traditions, activities, and events that make summer in the Pine Tree State unforgettable.
The former Penobscot chief tackles the famously grueling stretch of the Appalachian Trail to test his body and spirit and connect with his ancestors.
In the far northern stronghold of Acadian culture, it’s getting rarer to hear “Valley French,” once more common than English. What’s at stake if it’s lost?
In 1933, on a surprisingly freewheeling ramble through the Northeast, the reluctant new First Lady crashed with potato farmers, packed a pistol, and realized what she could bring to the office.
The larger-than-life mascot has resolutely watched over the evolution of Maine’s fishing economy — and evolved with it.
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When she’s back in Maine, find the space archaeologist picnicking on MDI’s Seal Harbor Beach.
Smoked meats and homemade hot sauces are the focus on a menu of crowd-pleasers.
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With essays by Lily King, Richard Ford, and others, Breaking Bread raises funds to fight hunger.
Food & Drink
With essays by Lily King, Richard Ford, and others, Breaking Bread raises funds to fight hunger.
Smoked meats and homemade hot sauces are the focus on a menu of crowd-pleasers.
A South Portland takeout spot riffs on a classic nosh.
Part cocktail bar and part gelateria, the multipurpose restaurant serves up everything from meatballs to panini to tiramisu.
Topsham blacksmith Nicholas Downing is bringing back an old-school cocktail tool.
Travel & Outdoors
Your region-by-region preview of the traditions, activities, and events that make summer in the Pine Tree State unforgettable.
Travel & Outdoors
Your region-by-region preview of the traditions, activities, and events that make summer in the Pine Tree State unforgettable.
From 5Ks to 50Ks, these scenic destination races draw runners from around the world.
What a four-time national-champion tobogganer knows about sledding that you don’t.
We canvassed sledders across the state to point you to a few superb slopes, whether you’re chaperoning the kids or grandkids or sneaking in a few runs yourself.
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Each month, our editors select our favorite response to “Where in Maine?” Here is our favorite letter from March's photo.
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Each month, our editors select our favorite response to “Where in Maine?” Here is our favorite letter from March's photo.
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Down East staff photographer Benjamin Williamson highlights some of his favorite shots from around the state.
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It is home to one of the state's most photographed lighthouses.
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Waterville’s Central Maine Striders share their wisdom about running (and life).
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Waterville’s Central Maine Striders share their wisdom about running (and life).
The former Penobscot chief tackles the famously grueling stretch of the Appalachian Trail to test his body and spirit and connect with his ancestors.
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