According to Lisa Miller, one of the best ways to enjoy the beauty of the United States is by rail. Slower and more expensive than an airplane flight, but with more comfort and amenities than a car ride, long distance travel by rail is an underrated pleasure, Miller said.
Nobleboro History Revisited A 1980 Open House At The Historical Center
The old Hawthorne Schoolhouse looks pretty special with the new lawn and driveway all graded and seeded down by Chester Wright and son Dale. The large granite blocks that serve as curbing in the parking area in front of the historical center were given to the society by Jennie Trask Hall and son, Fred Willis Hall. These blocks had been part of the foundation for the Halls’ barn. The stones show the holes that had been hand drilled in order to insert the small wedges used to split the granite blocks.
Characters of the County: Jim Gallagher is a Good Man in a Good Place
Jim Gallagher is in a good place in life.
Now 75, leaning into retirement, the avuncular Damariscotta attorney is in good health. He lives in the house he grew up in on the Bristol Road in Damariscotta, which he shares with Barbara, his beloved wife of 55 years, and their youngest son, J.J.
Characters of the County: Bill Brewer Keeps the Records Straight
The William “Bill” Brewer the general public is mostly familiar with looks like a man with a great deal on his mind and little time for foolishness. Looks in this case are slightly deceiving. Brewer is indeed a serious man who likes to get things down, but his stoic visage disguises a refined sense of humor and a keen eye for detail.
Voluntary View Bookworms Share Their Love of Reading at Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop
Tucked behind the Elm Street Plaza in Damariscotta, stumbling upon the Skidompha Secondhand Book Shop can feel like the start of a story book.
Damariscotta History The Joys of Days Leading Up To Thanksgiving
In this article I want to refer back to the days and months of preparation which lead up to our great family Thanksgiving Day dinner and the week that followed. The everyday pace of life was much slower back in 1950 and I was 14 years old at that time.
Characters of the County: John Harris at the Wheel
Whether or not they know him personally, it is likely a Midcoast resident with a keen interest in vintage automobiles is familiar in some fashion with South Bristol resident John Harris.
Henry, A Dogs Life in Maine
Well, Halloween is over for another year. Mom is a bit sad but happy we had a great Halloween. We had some friends over for food and a nice fire in our fire pit. We are now settling into some November weather. Mom says it is pretty with gray and brown colors.
Thrifty Good Food Meatloaf, Vegetable Mélange, and Fruit For Rescue
As we enter the holiday season, it is tempting to focus on preparations to the celebrated star events. We plan to make our table shine with traditional and inventive dishes while juggling myriads of shopping, baking, socializing, and regular everyday chores as well as work.
Bringing Food Home How To Stock Your Pantry
Colder weather in New England always has me turning to the pantry to make soups, casseroles, and my favorite comfort foods. Whether you are a novice in the kitchen or have been cooking from scratch for years, there are some basic steps everyone can take to stock a pantry that will allow you to be ready to whip up that meal you are craving the next time the weather turns and you don’t want to make a trip to the store.
Characters of the County: Love, Justice, and Mercy with Rev. Nancy Duncan
Twenty-one years after she first ascended to the pulpit of the Broad Bay Congregational Church in Waldoboro, the Rev. Nancy Duncan said part of her still marvels that people turn out to hear her sermons.
Characters of the County: Paul Mosley Always Wanted To Be A Builder
Born and raised in Maine, self-employed handyman Paul Mosley knows he’s been dealt a lucky hand. During a 22-year military career as a builder with the U.S. Navy, Mosley worked all over the world on projects big and small before finding home late in life in the Midcoast.
Bringing Food Home Donating 101
There has been uncertainty around the Supplemental Food Assistance Program, known as SNAP, this month, to say the least.
Characters of the County: Kindness and Caring Always Works for Juanita Roushdy
If she had done nothing else since moving to Maine, Bremen resident Juanita Roushdy reserved a small place in the state’s history for herself as the founder of The Friends of Hog Island.
Voluntary View It Takes a Village at the Waldoboro Food Pantry
Monday mornings are for preparation at the Waldoboro Food Pantry and Monday, Oct. 19 is no different.
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