I apologize if you felt cheated because there was no dessert recipe in the column last week. There just wasn’t room for it, so I’ll make it up to you now by putting dessert first. If you’re like most of us, you usually have bananas on hand in all stages of ripeness. When the bananas […]
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Mt. Ararat brings musical theater back to Midcoast
‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,’ the high school stage company’s first musical since 2020, opens at Orion Performing Arts Center March 4.
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Harpswell school board candidates reject partisan bickering
Political veteran Tyler Washburn of Orr’s Island and newcomer Ryan Larsen of Harpswell Neck are running for a seat on the School Administrative District 75 Board of Directors.
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Model train group captivates Midcoast kids
The Maine 3-Railers entertained kids and their families during visits to Patten Free Library and Topsham Public Library during school vacation week.
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Cooking at the Cove: This & That – foraging can uncover a dynamite meal
I’ve mentioned before that I live several miles from a grocery store and often find myself foraging in the cupboards and fridge for something delicious to eat rather than make yet another trip to town. During one recent foray in my pantry on a frosty Saturday morning, I discovered a bag of dried chickpeas and […]
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Bath’s first Winterfest promises weekend of family fun
Bath’s three-day Winterfest begins Friday with a parade of lights, followed by a weekend of performances from comedians, dancers and musicians, as well as free events led by local organizations.
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High lead levels detected in Bath schools’ drinking water not a worry, school official says
State testing showed the presence of lead in the drinking water of three Bath schools, but school officials blame that on water fountains being shut down during the pandemic.
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Home births in Maine rise as patients seek control during pandemic
Home births in Maine jumped by 23% in 2020 according to CDC data, as patients avoided hospitals.
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Cooking at the Cove: A burst of sunshine in the middle of winter
This is a fantastic meal to prepare when you want something special to brighten your week. And don’t we always need that? It’s also a nice meal to make when you have someone to help with the prep. Whether you’re alone in the kitchen or have company, get this unusual combination of ingredients chopped and […]
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Sande’s Picks: Carnaval ME brings Bites & Brews to Portland
Bites & Brews on the Eastern Prom in Portland is a major part of the 2022 Carnaval ME Winter Festival, being held Feb. 17-26 in Portland’s East End. Tickets to the B & B Igloo include samplings from craft brewers and well-known restaurants for sessions from 2-4 p.m. or 6-8 p.m. Some of the eateries […]