Features
Too Many Campuses?
The University’s new chancellor sees “massive change” ahead for the system. Article includes several charts featuring tuition and room and board rates for the past ten years, numbers of students at the various campuses, yearly expenditures by the state, and a comparison of Maine’s system to other states.
- By: Jeff Clark
- Photography by: Toby Hollis
Accepting the Challenge
The first blind hiker to complete the entire Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. Location: Sebec
- By: Jonathan Van Fleet
- Photography by: Benjamin Magro
Cover
- Photography by: Dean Abramson
Bangor on the Move
.Vintage photo of nineteenth century Bangor’s Main St. at Hammond Street Location: Bangor
- By: Ellen MacDonald Ward
Only Yesterday
Edgar Allen Beem revisits that fatal Dallas day in 1963, then outlines the various times that JFK visited Maine.
- By: Edgar Allen Beem
FRIDAY NIGHT IN SKOWHEGAN
Skowhegan’s high school football team. Location: Skowhegan
- By: Virginia Wright
- Photography by: Peggy McKenna
A Lovely Honesty
In the Berwicks of today, just as in the nineteenth century, real Mainers continue to live grand simple lives. Location: Berwick, North Berwick, South Berwick
- By: Powell Boyer
- Photography by: Dean Abramson
The Bewitching Hour
Night time photos of Rockland. Location: Rockland
- Photography by: Tillman Crane
Holy Smokes
The smoked salmon from Maine has become a multi-million dollar industry. Location: Ellsworth, Winter Harbor, Perry, Portland, Belfast, Stonington, Sullivan
- By: Brooke Dojny
- Photography by: Benjamin Magro
Murder Most Foul
A nineteenth century murder conviction and a botched hanging lead to the eventual banning of the death penalty in Maine. Article includes a vintage photo of the Bath business district. Location: Bath
- By: Ken Textor
Departments
Sailor’s Superstitions
An assortment of time-honored nautical superstitions.
- By: Ken Textor
Thomaston Bound
Things to do, see, and eat in Thomaston. Location: Thomaston, St. George River
- By: Ken Textor
Farewell, Mr. Gould
A favorite Maine storyteller has left the scene.
Taking To the Ice
Lewiston-Auburn now hosts a semi-pro hockey team. Location: Lewiston, Auburn
- Photography by: Michael Ricci
Bad Buoy
A lost lobster buoy ends up on the coast of Scotland Location: Beals Island, Scotland
Belfast’s Awakening
Belfast city council meetings must now end by 11:00 p.m. Location: Belfast
End of the Chain
The last Maine store of Porteous, Mitchell & Braun is closing. Location: Presque Isle
Staying Warm
.The shortage of and higher prices of firewood.
Bypassing Wiscasset
The town of Wiscasset may have a plan for building a bypass before the State imposes one. Location: Wiscasset
Free To Good Home
Three ancient oil-fired cranes will soon be retired from duty on the Searsport waterfront. Location: Searsport, Mack Point
Neighborhood Politics
The town of Scarborough has rejected a proposed solution to their runaway growth. Location: Scarborough
- By: Jeff Clark
Moody’s Memories
Reader’s comments about Moody’s Diner.
- By: Maria Manos Clark
Trouble on the Trails
Reader’s comments about ATV riding.
- By: Cindy Morin
Powder Playgrounds
Maine offers dozens of spots for skiers, snowboarders, and snowshoers to make fresh tracks.
- Photography by: Dean Abramson
Cautionary Tale
A new book tells the tragicomic story of one Indian casino in Connecticut. Location: Ledyard
- By: Paul Doiron
Acadia Ascent
A challenging trail to the summit of Penobscot Mountain. Location: Acadia National Park
Too Young to Drive
The legal age for operating watercraft needs to be reconsidered. Maine Sunday Telegram Article
Taxing Questions
The Maine Municipal Association website has a handy resource in the Homeowner’s Guide to Property Taxes in Maine.
Rail-Trail Questions
Ellsworth American article about developing the Down East rail on old rail beds.
Saco Boosters
Biddeford Journal Tribune article about booster clubs and funding for school sports programs. Location: Saco
Too Many Prisoners
Augusta Kennebec Journal article about prison and jail overcrowding.
Almanac Predictions
Portland Press Herald article about the 2004 Farmer’s Almanac predictions for the coming winter.
Pharmacists Needed
Bangor Daily News Article about the shortage of pharmacists in Maine.
Artful Discussions
The Portland Museum of Art ties book discussions to current exhibits, making for an interactive art experience. Location: Portland
Growing Up
The author reminisces about the sale of her family home and the emotions this experience evokes. Location: Bath
- By: Elizabeth Peavey
Ribollita, Portland
A cozy trattoria in the Old Port district keeps alive the flavors of city’s Little Italy. Location: Portland
- By: Debra Spark
- Photography by: Randy Ury
November Highlights
Autumn is the perfect season to visit the state’s theaters, concert halls, and museums.