Features
The Forgotten Shrine
A marble-walled, sun lit chamber where Poland Spring water actually bubbles up from the ground. Location: Poland Spring
- By: Winnie White
- Photography by: Brian Vanden Brink
Where In Maine?
Photo of the retro bathhouse at Reid State Park Location: Georgetown, Reid State Park
- Photography by: Brian Vanden Brink
Ultimate Maine Golf
A Chris Van Dusen cartoon depicting a mythical golf course of Maine icons.
- Photography by: Chris Van Dusen
Oh, What They Did To Me!
The full regimen of treatments available at a brand new spa. Location: Ogunquit , Bald Head Cliff
- By: Elizabeth Peavey
- Photography by: Randy Ury
Cover
Location: Biddeford Pool
- Photography by: Dean Abramson
50 Adventures in Maine
A large assortment of activities for all ages.
- By: Powell Boyer
- Photography by: Jerry Monkman
- and Marcy Monkman
Beginning to Understand Jonesport
The coastal community of Jonesport where beauty is as honest and unselfconscious as you are likely to find anywhere in Maine. Location: Jonesport , Beals Island , Great Wass Island
- By: Wayne Curtis
- Photography by: Michele Stapleton
Franklin and Eleanor in Maine
Recounting a number of the former first family’s visits to Maine and their home at Campobello. Includes several vintage photos. Location: Campobello, York, Rockland, Eastport, Southwest Harbor
- By: Jonas Klein
Picnicking With the Kiln Gods
Watershed Center for the Ceramic Arts has established itself as one of the premiere residency programs for professional ceramic artists in the U.S. Location: Newcastle
- By: Edgar Allen Beem
- Photography by: Britta-Lena Lasko
Taking the Long View
A North Woods Victorian turned Inn with panoramic views, chamber music and a chef trained at the Culinary Institute of America Location: Greenville
- By: Wayne Curtis
- Photography by: Greg Morley
Best Bargain on Casco Bay
A no-frills cruise from Portland harbor that stops at several islands while delivering mail. Location: Portland, Casco Bay
- By: Meadow Rue Merrill
- Photography by: Michele Stapleton
Departments
Chop and Roll
Two types of waves that mariners may face.
- By: Ken Textor
Hunter Sloops
Cruising the Maine coast with a flotilla of what has been called the Chevy of modern sailboats. Location: Georgetown , Long Island, Casco Bay
- By: Ken Textor
Morris’ New Powerboats
Morris Yacht’s of Bass Harbor has given in to the public’s seemingly insatiable desire for expensive powerboats. Location: Bass Harbor
- By: Ken Textor
City of Lights
Portland joins the fad for placing numerous fiberglass “city mascots” on display. Photo of Portland Head light in Cape Elizabeth Location: Portland
- Photography by: Michele Stapleton
One Mainer to Another
Humorous quote about the cat population of Maine in 1939.
- By: Edwin Valentine Mitchell
Quiet Patriotism
Only Maine and Massachusetts celebrate the holiday of Patriot’s Day.
Bikers Aid
Touring Maine on two wheels has become easier due to a new map plus a booklet with cyclist info.
- Photography by: Randy Ury
Cussedly Contrary
While many northern states are experiencing out moves, Maine is seeing just the opposite.
Rolling Village
A newsy website has been created that chronicles the folks who ride the rails between Portland and Boston Location: Portland, Boston
Where Do You Get Off?
Chart showing exit by exit traffic numbers for two months in 2002.
The Difference Between Day and Night
Humorous comparison of day and night activities in Portland’s Old Port waterfront district. Location: Portland
Going to the Dogs
Slugger, the Sea Dog mascot has a new uniform. Includes a list of Sea Dog home games.
Service Stations
The disappearing full-service gasoline station.
- Photography by: Richard Procopio
Upgrading the Turnpike
The future of motoring in Maine may well include more toll roads rather than fewer.
- By: Jeff Clark
- Photography by: Michele Stapleton
Natural Remedy
A reader comments on Maine’s coyote population problem.
- By: Michael R. Davidson
Not Even Close
A correction to the Feb ’03 article concerning the number of hospital beds at EMMC. Location: Bangor
- By: Jill McDonald
Laptop Experience
A Teacher’s comments about the value of Maine’s laptop computer program for 7th graders. Location: Oakland
- By: Michael J. Denis
Perfect Pitch
Two new collections of short stories capture the voices of today’s Maine with searing accuracy. Location: Point Allison
- By: Paul Doiron
Getting Outdoors
A guide to state parks, city parks, public lands, and island walks for the summer of 2003.
- Photography by: Richard Procopio
Billboard law
Portland Press Herald article about a proposal to ban certain types of highway signs.
A Giant Stumbles
Bangor Daily News article about the closing of two paper mills in Northern Maine. Location: Millinocket, East Millinocket
- Photography by: Steve Meyers
Canada or Bust
What you need to cross the border between Maine and Canada.
- By: Andrew Vietze
The Other Maine
Humorous take on the radically different sets of demographics across Maine.
- By: Al Diamon
- Photography by: Benjamin Magro
Happy Trails
New developments in the work towards creating a walking and biking trail up the East Coast.
- By: Andrew Vietze
Still No Dice
Kennebec Journal article about the push by special interest groups to bring casino gambling to Maine.
The Souvenir
Author’s reminiscence about a summer at camp and a frenzy of old furniture buying. Location: Camp Searsmont, Lawry Pond
- By: Murray Osborn
ARROWS, OGUNQUIT
A southern Maine landmark which is routinely named one of the best restaurants in America. Location: Ogunquit
- By: Michaela Cavallaro
- Photography by: Randy Ury
Summer Highlights
A preview of events for the 2003 vacation season.
Wheeling in L-A
Vintage photo of the Lewiston Auburn Wheel Club, including a few high wheelers. Location: Lewiston-Auburn
- By: Ellen MacDonald Ward