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Will Bleakley is a former associate editor at Down East magazine.
Arts & Leisure

The Lighthouse Keeper-Upper: David Nazaroff

Construction By Will Bleakley Photographed by Benjamin Magro Construction remains among our top ten despite the downturn, responsible in 2011...
Food & Drink

A Better Brew

A new wave of specialty roasters is redefining the state’s favorite beverage for a new generation of coffee enthusiasts.
Arts & LeisurePhotography

William Wegman’s Ode to Maine

“William Wegman: Hello Nature” focuses on the work the famed artist produced in Rangeley. Don’t be afraid to laugh along.
Food & Drink

Locally Sourced and Deeply Fried

For three days every September, the Common Ground Country Fair in Unity becomes one of the state’s finest food courts.
Travel & Outdoors

Sailing the Sound

Experience Acadia’s mountains by the sea in Somes Sound. BY: WILL BLEAKLEY PHOTOGRAPHY BY: SUE ANNE HODGES Sailing through the...
Food & Drink

Lost and Found

The Lost Kitchen brings an inventive use of fresh, local ingredients to Belfast’s dining scene. BY: WILL BLEAKLEY PHOTOGRAPHY BY:...
Arts & Leisure

Think Fast

Every February, Bridgton plays host to the Four Square World Championships and its colorful cast of characters. By Will Bleakley...
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Moonbat Kingdom

People say there’s something in the water in Belfast — and it’s no longer chicken grease. With a thriving downtown...
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One Scary Good Cause

The Camp Sunshine Pumpkin Festival lights up Freeport for one of the season’s most heart-warming events
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Odd Fellows All

Every August, the Sweet Chariot Music Festival turns Swan’s Island into a musical Brigadoon.
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Vampires! Werewolves! Zombies!

Gothic sixties soap opera Dark Shadows is more alive than ever, thanks to a new film adaptation by Tim Burton...
Travel & Outdoors

Frozen in Time

Lost Valley, a low-key ski slope in Auburn, has taught generations of Mainers to love the cold. BY: WILL BLEAKLEY...
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