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Caroline Praderio
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Caroline Praderio is a former Down East assistant editor.
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6 Away-From-it-All Campgrounds

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Arts & Leisure

4 Pet-Friendly Maine Outings

If your pet comes along for the ride, why not give him a bit of vacation fun. Here are four great ways to enjoy a pet-friendly outing in Maine.
5 Irresistible Food Trucks in Maine
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5 Irresistible Food Trucks

Our May issue includes an oversized guide to Maine's busiest season, so everyone can pick and plan their perfect summer itinerary.
Maine-Made

The Elves of the North Woods

A family handcrafts toys designed to last a lifetime.
Food & Drink

The Pearl

Chef Michele Ragussis received a fateful call from a former employer in need of a chef for The Pearl, a revamped waterfront dining spot.
Travel & Outdoors

4 Spots for a Great Locally Churned Scoop

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4 Booming Fourth of July Fireworks Displays

What’s Independence Day without a little sparkle? These towns are booming with patriotic spirit.
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10 Picture-Perfect Photo Ops

Our May issue includes an oversized guide to Maine's busiest season, so everyone can pick and plan their perfect summer itinerary. With so many to choose from, we've given you 10 great spots to snap your perfect Maine photo.
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Bottled Up

A couple invites Mainers to rethink the way they buy olive oil.
Arts & Leisure

Parade of Lights

Portland Harbor’s Christmas parade is a brief — but brilliant — holiday celebration.
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Band Together

Maine’s community concert bands are a fixture of summertime. How will they fare in an uncertain future?
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