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The results of our annual Best of Maine Readers' Choice Poll, last-minute weekend getaways, Maine's new and improved oyster trail, and more!
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The Forest City’s former poet laureate says Maine’s literary community is uniquely close knit.
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No matter how you play, we have your gear needs covered.
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Invasive European earthworms, mysterious black stains, award-winning handwriting, and more.
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Remembering the Remarkable Life of David Driskell

At the Portland Museum of Art, the late Maine painter gets his first major solo exhibition.
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Where to Eat in Maine Right Now

After more than a year of adapting and adjusting, Maine’s restaurant scene is as dynamic as ever. As the summer ramps up, here are 20 spots — classic to contemporary, classy to casual — where we can’t wait to grab a table (or a take-out feast).
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How Does Maine’s New “Tallest Building” Compare to Other Maine Structures?

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a sampling of the fermented products available at Onggi in Portland, Maine
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Find Funky Fermented Foods and Beverages at Onggi

Portland’s new fermentation-focused market carries everything from kimchi to preserved lemons to sourdough.
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