Features
Champion of the Hamadan
Tad Runge showcases a type of oriental rug long dismissed as inferior. Location: Yarmouth
- By: Rebecca Martin Evarts
- Photography by: Amazeen
The Missing Lynx
Once thought to be interlopers from Quebec, the Canada lynx is now known to be thriving in the Maine North Woods, even in heavily cut-over sections. Location:
- By: Phyllis Austin
- Photography by: Len Rue Jr
Maine Sources, Recognizing Heirloom Masterpieces
Antique quilts and their restoration. Location: York
- By: Christine Parrish
- Photography by: Randy Ury
THE GREENEST SPOT IN MAINE
The Longfellow family presides over a huge complex of greenhouses. Location: Manchester
- By: Edgar Allen Beem
- Photography by: Kevin Shields
Home At Last on Little Deer Isle
The McWilliams family incorporated ideas from all over the world when they built their dream home on Little Deer Isle. Location: Little Deer Isle, Chickadee Cove
- By: James Schwartz
- Photography by: Brian Vanden Brink
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- Photography by: Brian Vanden Brink
Maine Sources, Vessels of the Finestkind
Jamie Oates work is set apart by his virtuosity with glazes and ceramic design. Location: Belfast
- By: Virginia Wright
- Photography by: Amazeen
Maine Sources, Sculpture or Furniture?
Master furniture maker, Lee Schuette likes to blend the historical design and detail with a modern flair. Location: Kittery Point
- By: Meadow Rue Merrill
- Photography by: Amazeen
Departments
New Man in Rockland
Rockland’s new harbormaster. Location: Rockland
- By: Ken Textor
Hinckley Consolidates
Hinckley Company Boatbuilders is expanding their operation in Maine. Location: Southwest Harbor, Trenton
- By: Ken Textor
Speedy Justice
Paying your traffic fines on line.
Stone Age
The discards from century old granite works are being recycled into new countertops and other home building items. Location: Franklin, Deer Isle, Jonesboro
Boat People
Portland, as well as other communities with harbors, is passing legislation limiting the docking of houseboats. Location: Portland
Where Are They Now?
An update on the whereabouts of some of Maine’s former governors.
Getting Sappy
A list of statistics on Maine maple trees and syrup.
Books to Go
A program to stock doctor’s offices and hospitals with a variety of children’s books to be given out at patient visits.
- Photography by: Michael Ricci
Riding the Rails
Soon Portland won’t be the end of the line for Maine’s commuter rail network. Location: Auburn
- Photography by: Kevin Shields
Changing of the Guard
Humorous comparison of the styles and preferences of our present and last governors.
Bad Odor
In several campaign races last November, the unprecedented barrage of attack ads seemed to backfire.
- By: Jeff Clark
Save a Spot
Reader’s comments on the January 2003 issue regarding Maine in Ten Years.
- By: EDWARD LORUSSO
Coyote Outrage
Reader’s comments concerning Maine’s coyote snaring program.
- By: Don Loprieno
Schoodic Specifics
Park planner, John Kelly , gives corrected information on the changes occurring at the former Schoodic Naval Base. Location: Winter Harbor, Gouldsboro
- By: John Kelly
Let It Snow
.A guide for snowshoers, skiers, and snowbirds of all kinds.
- Photography by: Kevin Shields
Briefly Noted
Brief reviews of three new books. Location: Stonington, Java Joe’s, Portland Public Market, Smiling Hill Farm
- By: Paul Doiron
All Politics is Local
Bowdoin Professor and Pollster, Christian Potholm explains how the political game is played in Maine.
- By: Jim Brunelle
Wells Radiation Center
The decision to build health care facilities should not be determined by politics. York Independent article. Location: Wells, York County
ATV Troubles
Damaged roads and property from irresponsible ATV riders is causing much ado in parts of Maine. Biddeford Journal Tribune article.
Health Care Savings
Maine’s political leaders have quite a challenge ahead in providing a better health coverage system. Bangor Daily News article.
Organic Gardening 101
Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association offers a number of educational courses throughout the year. Location: Unity
- By: Andrew Vietze
Personable Pathfinders
A group of like-minded folks in Lubec gets together once a week to walk and hike the many trails available in the area. Location: Lubec
- By: Andrew Vietze
Public Secrecy
Maine’s Freedom of Access Act gives all citizens the right to view all government documents unless specifically prohibited. Brunswick Times Record article
Unexpected Company
Author’s humorous recollections about meeting numerous Maine natives on a trip around the world.
- By: Shelley E. Dunn
Local 188, Portland
A delightful restaurant in Longfellow Square is also an interesting art gallery. Location: Portland
- By: Andrew Vietze
- Photography by: Kevin Shields
March Highlights
Concerts, Plays, maple sugaring ,and a big spring flower show top this month’s schedule.
York Harbor Confection
Vintage photo of the stately manse formerly occupied by a physician in York Harbor. Location: York Harbor
- By: Ellen MacDonald Ward