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Laura Serino is a North Haven dweller, founder of the Fore Front Fashion blog, and former digital editor of Down East magazine.
Maine-Made

33 Maine-Made Gifts to Give This Holiday Season

’Tis the season to support Maine makers, artists, and small businesses — and to find something perfect for everyone on your list.
Food & DrinkRecipes

Bold Comfort

In an excerpt from his new cookbook, chef Kerry Altiero shares some of his favorite recipes from Rockland’s beloved Cafe Miranda.
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4 Holiday Table Ideas

Impress your guests with a beautiful table for your holiday dinner. Check out these four festive and inexpensive ideas.
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Down East Calendars

Ring in the new year right with our full selection of Down East calendars — perfect for anyone on your...
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Sand Bar Board

Sustainably built and rugged enough to handle a rocky coastal climate, this 12-foot stand-up paddleboard (or SUP) was made from...
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Dessert Sauces

It’s basically dessert on a spoon and it’s created from all-natural ingredients by Chef Abby Freethy. $6.25, Northwoods Gourmet Girl....
Our Towns

Best Places to Live in Maine: North Haven

Contributor Laura Serino loves her close-knit island town (even when the restaurants are closed).
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Our Favorite Stories of 2014

Although they run the gamut from reporting to narrative to profile, our fave favorite stories this year have a few things in common: community, resilience, deep connection to place.
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Our 10 Favorite Photos from 2014

We've looked back on the hundreds of images that graced the pages of our magazine this year and picked the 10 that stayed with us long after the issue went to print.
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Toboggan

A much more elegant alternative to the cafeteria tray, this toboggan is made in Camden from native ash and water-resistant...
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Ipcar’s Cat Calendar

You don’t have to be a crazy cat lady (or cat man, for that matter) to appreciate the stunning images...
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Cajun Pickles

When it’s time to choose your favorite jar from Jack’s, you might (ahem) find yourself in a pickle, but these...
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