Heather and Doug Donahue rely on friends and neighbors after a December blaze destroys parts of Balfour Farm in Pittsfield.
2018
Learning to shed stuff, like losing weight, makes you feel lighter
Decluttering can become a habit that’s good for you and for the environment.
Versatile Rex begonias come in many varieties
They’re beautiful even this time of year without foliage, thanks to lovely leaves.
To accept the challenge of eating local food, stay flexible
Substituting what farmers and fishermen have available makes a more lasting impact on the food system.
How Can You Improve Your Financial Fitness This Year?
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get healthier, you may already be taking the necessary steps, such as improving your diet and increasing your exercise. Of course, phsycial fitness is important to your well-being – but, at the same time, don’t forget about your financial fitness. Specifically, what can you do to […]
Still going strong
OLD ORCHARD BEACH — In November 2008, community group OOB365 was established. In it’s nearly 10 years, it has brought countless community events to town. OOB365 President and founding member Sharri MacDonald spoke at Tuesday night’s Town ocuncil meeting to invite the council to the group’s 10th anniversary gala. The event will be held at […]
Human trafficking exhibit to be held this month
BIDDEFORD — While not as prevalent in Maine, human trafficking is still a significant problem in the state and across the nation. From Jan. 12 through Feb. 17, Engine and Justa Moment Gallery will bring much-needed attention to this issue with art work by photographer Kay Chernush in the exhibition Bought & Sold: Voices of […]
BBB: Create a budget, stick to it
YORK COUNTY — The Better Business Bureau is urging folks make a budget this year — and stick to it. The agency has released the following tips and tools to help people get on the right track to a better financial future: • Calculate your monthly net income, which is after taxes, so you can […]
What does it mean to get old?
The secret lies in how we handle today, not yesterday or tomorrow. Today…that special block of time holding the keys that lock our yesterday’s nightmares and unlocks tomorrow’s dreams. Chuck Swindoll Beginning a new year is always exciting. A part of that is usually beginning the New Year with a resolution. Usually a New Year […]