On a recent evening, with temperatures in the low 20s, I stopped in at my sister’s home for a hot tub soak and a cup of tea. I was thrilled by the impromptu invitation, and I really hit the jackpot when I was handed a steaming bowl of chili macaroni and cheese. This old-school recipe […]
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Theater Project’s ‘Phantom Tollbooth’ stars 31 young actors
The theme of the play aligns with the ‘learning journey’ of the cast, the director says.
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Arts Calendar: Dec. 15-22
Comedy Friday 12/22 “An Improvised Holiday Special”: 7 p.m., The Hill Arts, 76 Congress St., Portland. $15 advance, $20 at door. 18-plus. thehillarts.me Don’t Tell Comedy: 8 p.m., location revealed day-of, East Bayside, Portland. $25. 21-plus. donttellcomedy.com Talk Of The Town Comedy Show: 8 p.m., Maine House Of Comedy, 77 Free St., Portland. $20. eventbrite.com […]
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Community Calendar: Dec. 15-22
Holiday events Saturday 12/16 “Habari Gani” Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square, Portland. portlandlibrary.com Colonial Christmas open house: Noon to 4 p.m., Tate House Museum, 1267 Westbrook St., Portland. $18 adults, $12 students (ages 13-17), $10 children (ages 6-12), under 6 free. tatehouse.org Inaugural 3 Kings Holiday Party: […]
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Elder activists join forces to combat climate change
Third Act Maine, made up of retirees, is making itself seen and heard in its effort to get companies to divest in fossil fuel companies.
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Letter: For our children’s future, it’s time for gun control
In 1966, a gunman shooting from the University Of Texas tower killed over a dozen innocent people while wounding over 30 more. Almost 60 years later, our country has suffered over 600 mass shootings this year alone. Despite the noble efforts of gun control advocates, legislative solutions have proven futile. New Zealand, after a horrific […]
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Coastal Journal Meetings: Dec. 15-22
Bath Tue. 12/19 6 p.m. Recreation Commission Parks/Rec Wed. 12/20 2 p.m. Community Development City Hall Wed. 12/20 4 p.m. Bike/Pedestrian Committee City Hall Brunswick Mon. 12/18 10 a.m. Housing Committee Zoom, Town Hall Mon. 12/18 4:30 p.m. Climate Action Task Force Zoom, Town Hall Mon. 12/18 6:30 p.m. Town Council Zoom, Town Hall Tue. […]
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People and Business: Dec. 13
Giving back Hires, promotions, appointments Several Portland Water District members have assumed leadership positions at various organizations. Dustin Price, chief wastewater treatment plant operator for PWD, was appointed to the Joint Environmental Training Coordinating Committee Board of Directors by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. Scott Firmin, director of wastewater services, has been elected to […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Cozy up with a bowl of squash soup – and chocolatey cookies
What could be better on a chilly night than a bowl of hot, wholesome soup with fresh, homemade cookies to look forward to later? Like most soups, this butternut squash soup, with extras all roasted in the oven, is more flavorful when made a day ahead and reheated so all the ingredients have a chance to […]
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Winter farmers markets offer fresh food, familiar faces
Bath and Brunswick’s winter markets are open on Saturdays.