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Small-batch cheese spread with a big taste

by Meredith Goad October 23, 2016October 23, 2016

Squire Mountain tub cheese comes in six flavors and three sizes, and it won’t break your cracker.

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Annie Tselikis runs the Maine Lobster Dealers’ Association

by Mary Pols October 23, 2016November 16, 2016

She’s a marketing expert, but one with roots in sustainability.

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Maine used to be the ax-making capital of the world, and now vintage has its value

by Meredith Goad October 23, 2016October 23, 2016

Fans of vintage Maine axes want to see the industry restored.

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Cutting down the volume of household trash begins at the grocery store

by Kati Corlew October 23, 2016October 23, 2016

One University of Maine at Augusta professor figures out how to shop zero waste, one item at a time

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Hardscaping newbies have to read, try and maybe try again

by Tom Atwell October 23, 2016October 23, 2016

This season before cold and snow is the right time to tackle construction in your garden, from patios to sheds.

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Open Book: Dana Wilde’s new book is an ode to Maine’s seasonal beauty

October 23, 2016October 23, 2016

In “Summer to Fall: Notes and Numina from the Maine Woods” ($16.95), newspaper columnist and Troy resident Dana Wilde focuses on a time of year when Maine has “the most gorgeous weather in the world.” The task he sets himself writing about this period is not easy, he writes: “Exposing the feel of an autumn […]

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Expos in Portland, Orono aim to help food providers scale-up production

October 23, 2016October 23, 2016

‘We want people to walk out of the room informed on how to take the next step in selling to an institution like Sodexo or the University of Maine,’ the event’s director said.