For some Mainers, sub-zero temperatures might mean letting your engine warm up for a few minutes or tossing an extra log on the fire. But for those without access to reliable heating or a refuge from the elements, the cold can be life-threatening. When winter temperatures reach extreme lows, as they did last week, networks […]
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Arctic temperatures raise risk of ice dams on Kennebec River
With the coldest temperatures in nearly four years settling in across central Maine this week, ice is expected to form quickly on lakes and rivers.
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Posted inFood, Recipes
To rescue bland winter fruit salads, keep 9 simple guidelines in mind
It’s easier to eat healthfully in the new year (or any time) if the stuff you are eating actually tastes good.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: Winter salads deserve a spot in your kitchen
No juicy, peak season tomatoes or tender kernels of just picked corn, but winter salads in Maine can offer heft, crunch, tang and charm all their own.
Posted inBooks, Food, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: New book suggests you design your garden for the unlikeliest of seasons – winter
In ‘Winterland,’ Maine gardener Cathy Rees argues that if your garden shines in the snowy season, imagine how great it will look in spring, summer and fall.
Posted inBusiness, Food
Restaurant-loving couple creates heated cushion to keep eating outside
The Southport couple started Hüga to make al fresco dining less frigid over the winter.
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Boy rescued from Outlet Stream in Vassalboro after falling through the ice
Lanny Dellinger, 12, of Winslow was hanging on to ice to keep his head above water when first responders with wetsuits on freed him.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Volunteers needed to shovel snow for elderly
PORTLAND — With winter around the corner, the Age-Friendly Steering Committee is looking for volunteers to shovel snow for elderly residents. Neighborhood volunteer coordinators are also needed to help match Portland residents aged 65 and older with local volunteer groups and individuals willing to help with snow removal. Volunteers are not required to shovel on […]
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Over Easy: July is never too soon to think about winter in Maine
Here in Maine, July is never too soon to think about winter. The thought arrived with the two cords of cut and split firewood dumped next to my driveway. It was still July, but we live in the climate zone called temperate, where it seems the cold is never too far away, waiting patiently for […]
Posted inThe Maine Forecast
Spring snowstorm Monday night, warmer for the rest of the week
The snow wraps up Tuesday morning. The warm up starts Tuesday afternoon. Spring like weather returns after the wintry start to the week.