You’re overweight. The doctor says your high blood pressure and cholesterol are likely to result in heart disease, diabetes or cancer. You could die sooner than necessary or quite unexpectedly. Who’s going to care if you die? More people than you might imagine. Let’s take a look. Your loved ones, countless friends, your employer, customers, […]
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A fun fall family destination
Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Maine farm country, Pineland Farms is just 30 minutes from Portland. At Pineland, the beauty of the White Mountains is visible to the west as picturesque Maine farmland surrounds you. As the colors burst to life around us, Pineland Farms offers the perfect vantage point to soak in the beauty […]
Christ Church in Gardiner opts for natural gas, saves
Christ Church in Gardiner is the oldest continuously operating Episcopal Church in Maine. For more than 200 years, it has played a vital role in the community as a place for people to share their faith, host nonprofit events, raise money for community organizations and so much more. This year, the church is turning to […]
It’s just my Facebook – what’s the big deal?
How many times do we have to hear that what we post on Facebook matters? A Facebook page creates risk and can undermine a career or personal standing in the community if it appears inconsistent with our public persona. Social media web sites are part of our personal brand (read: reputation) and conveys a great […]
Pineland Farms Natural Meats
It may be September, but that doesn’t mean grilling season is over. In fact, some of the best grilling happens starting now right through next spring. No hot sun, no humidity, and no mosquitos or black flies! It’s also harvest time. With all that beautiful fresh produce (which is also delicious on the grill) why […]
Top five places to see state’s foliage in all its glory this fall
With Labor Day behind us and summer drawing to a close, thoughts of home heating through a long winter may be top of mind. However, when living in Maine this time of year it is important to savor the transformation of Maine’s forest canopy from green to hues of yellow, orange and red on mountainsides, […]
Fresh from the farm,
minutes to the table:
Pineland Farms potatoes
The family is asking, “What’s for dinner?” and you have no idea. The neighborhood potluck is tonight, and you forgot all about it. The kids just invited three extra friends for dinner. You need some food on the table, and you need it now. You also want it to be delicious and nutritious. What’s the […]
Plenty of reasons to smile
at Sparetime bowling alley
As one of the most popular local destinations for birthday parties, group events or just for an evening of fun, Sparetime Recreation continues to put smiles on everyone’s face. In addition to the happy customers, owner Andy Couture also is smiling. Not only are his customers happy, but he is thrilled about the impact natural […]
Five Reasons Why Natural Gas is Safer than Ever
Safer materials In the early 1960s, natural gas companies started using polyethylene (PE) pipe, commonly known as “plastic pipe.” The benefit of plastic over steel is that the plastic does not corrode and is far less likely to leak. Steel pipe is subject to corrosion and pipe wall loss leading to pitting and leaks. From […]
Pineland Farms Creamery – Home of Blue Ribbon Cheese
Whether it’s good and sharp, smooth and mild, or delicate and peppery, a good cheese can make one very happy, indeed.


