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Can You Name This Maine Mystery Spot?
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Where in Maine? Our Favorite Answer

Here is our favorite letter from May's "Where in Maine?" photo of Pine Point in Scarborough.
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Food & Drink

Damariscotta’s River House Keeps It Close to Home

Big on local sourcing, the "values-based" restaurant splits the difference between folksy and frilly.
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Die-Hard Gamer Girl

Fan artist Alysa Avery creates a world of centaurs, demons, and fairies.
David Brancaccio says Lubec Channel, Lubec, Maine, is his favorite Maine place
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David Brancaccio’s Favorite Maine Place

The public radio host reflects on a stretch of water down east.
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Maine Makers Rise to the Occasion

Maine artisans are helping the community contend with the pandemic.
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A Blooming Meadow Flourishes — in Portland?

Step inside Robin and Rob Whitten’s sprawling Munjoy Hill garden.
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A Maine Museum Has the World’s Largest Collection of Moon Rocks?

The new Maine Mineral & Gem Museum has grabby exhibits about mining and more.
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The First Years

When I moved to Prospect Harbor with my family in the 1970s, I learned about its northern water, working harbor, and ...
Atsuko Fujimoto’s not-your-father’s Danish, filled with strawberry–green-tea custard from Norimoto Bakery
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Atsuko Fujimoto’s Crossover Cooking

At her wholesale Norimoto Bakery, she's infusing classic pastries with farflung flavors.
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The Wild Kingdom Outside Your Window

There’s never been a better time to enjoy backyard birding.
Pat Costigan, Maine's only typewriter repairman
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Typewriter Repairman Is Still Clattering Away

Pat Costigan repairs and restores old writing machines.
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Maine Water Buffaloes Make Amazing Gelato

ME Water Buffalo Co. farm and creamery is a heartfelt affair.
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