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Our Towns

Rose Barboza, founder of Black Owned Maine

Furloughed By COVID, She Became a Champion for Maine’s Black-Owned Businesses

Rose Barboza wished there was a way to support Black business owners — so she started her own.
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Maine News You May Have Missed

The first Black person elected to the Maine Senate dies, Maine brews take home gold, and more.
Linda Holtslander

The 77-Year-Old Peaks Islander Who’s Never Missed a Soup Kitchen Shift

Volunteering comes naturally to Preble Street factotum Linda Holtslander.
Elizabeth McLellan

The Portlander Who Rescues What Hospitals Throw Out

Partners for World Health founder Elizabeth McLellan saw a medical need and filled it with rummage.
Baxter State Park, Sean Birkel's favorite Maine place

Dr. Sean Birkel’s Favorite Maine Place

The state climatologist loves Baxter State Park in autumn.
Norman MilletteSenior Citizens Barber Shop

Norman Millette Has Been Cutting Mainers’ Hair Since the Eisenhower Administration

Portland's Senior Citizens Barber Shop is sharp as ever.
Maine Dispatches

Maine News You May Have Missed

Cattle treading an unwise escape route. Plus, what happens if this Maine high schooler misses the ferry.
Kennebunk, MaineTom Chappell

Tom Chappell’s Favorite Maine Place

The Tom's of Maine founder is drawn to Kennebunk’s forested preserves and enjoys walking among the restored homes surrounding downtown.
Illustrations by Kelsey Grass

5 Things a Maine Newcomer Should Know

Other than how to pronounce Passagassawaukeag.
Stone Barn Farm, Bar Harbor, Maine Coast Heritage Trust

An Old Farmer Saves an Old Barn

Turning Bar Harbor's Stone Barn Farm into a preserve was a labor of love.
Maine Dispatches

Maine News You May Have Missed

This dog is not a bear. Plus, why is this Maine officer driving around in a cruiser with Massachusetts plates?
The harbor at Five Islands

Georgetown and Phippsburg: “More Maine Than Maine”

Straddling the Kennebec, the midcoast communities of Phippsburg and Georgetown embody the best of Maine’s sylvan, scenic, seagoing character.
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