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Features 66 Our Town Spanning the tidal Machias River way down the coast, the village of East Machias hasn't forgotten its roots — and isn't about to. By Virginia Wright. 74 America's Summer Playground Savvy entrepreneurs have been touting Maine's fresh air and stunning scenery since the first

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Beyond the Halls of Ivy

The handsome old village of Orono refuses to surrender its identity to strip malls and chain restaurants or even the University of Maine. Location: OronoStillwater RiverPenobscot

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Candy Out, Granola In

Bangor Daily News: Savvy school officials in Orono have weaned their students from junk food.

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Where in Maine?

Recognize this official-looking edifice in all its spring glory? Image subjects: Raymond H. Folger Library Location: Orono

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