Call it perverse coincidence, but the recent dramatic spike in egg prices just coincided with dieticians, supported by honest medical science, lifting the bane from eggs for being unhealthy due to cholesterol concerns. Eggs are now declared the perfect source of protein, not only for building muscle but also as an easily digestible nutrient rich food.
Characters of the County: Dickie Spofford Shares the Credit
In the days when Richard “Dickie” Spofford was Boothbay’s fire chief, the firefighters under his command would refer to him in the reverential tones sailors might use for a particularly effective captain.
Skidompha Skoop
Apologies for writing about the Institute of Museum and Library Studies and its troubled future again, but we have an update and opportunity. This is an important issue, and I urge you to read on.
Characters of the County: Walking to Work with Michael Martone
A town’s story exists beyond the pages of history; it’s evident in the roads, the businesses, and the overall infrastructure of the community.
Putting the Y in Community Celebrating Food Education Success At The CLC YMCA
The CLC YMCA is thrilled to celebrate a landmark year for our food education program, FARMS at the Y, which has brought the joy of healthy eating and local food awareness to more than 1,000 students in nine local schools.
Bringing Food Home Fuel Up For Summer Fun
Summer days can be full of chaos and sunshine. Between beach trips, bike rides, park outings, and everything in between, mealtimes don’t always make the list. That’s where the Summer Meals Program comes in. Kids and teens 18 and under can grab a free, healthy meal at sites all around Lincoln and Knox counties. No signing up, no ID, and no catch.
Characters of the County: Along the Shores of Lisa Brackett’s Life
Those who live in a small community end up wearing a few different hats, and no one knows that better than Monhegan Island’s town clerk, tax collector, registrar of voters, manager of The Bait Bag, and former owner of the Bristol Diner, Lisa Brackett.
Round Pond
There is some beautiful new signage along with fresh flower barrels as you enter the village thanks to The Helping Hands. The old welcome signs were looking pretty tired and worn. These look amazing and will certainly make everyone feel welcome.
Characters of the County: Chapter by Chapter with Ann Leamon
So far, Ann Leamon’s life has taken her around the world to traverse the landscapes of economics and venture capital, competitive bike racing, baking, creative writing, and more. But no matter where she lands, Leamon said, most of the decisions the Waldoboro poet and writer has made are shaped by a love of learning and stories.
Henry, A Dog’s Life in Maine
Greetings, friends. As my mom and I are gathering thoughts for this article, we are sitting and shivering on our screened-in porch on this fine June morning. Brrr. I think we are going from winter straight to winter.
Thrifty Good Food Juicy Pork Chops, Citrusy Lentils and Peach Muffins
The merry month of June has arrived on our calendars with graduations assuring that Edward Elgar’s “Pomp and Circumstance” heads all charts for the most played music of the month. Felix Mendelssohn’s “Wedding March” probably comes in as a close second.
Characters of the County: Oh, The Places Chauncey Erskine Has Gone
Beyond travel is adventure, at least according to Chauncey Erskine, who has been an English teacher around the globe, traveled Southeast Asia on a motorbike, started a couple of successful businesses in Lincoln County, and been a ski instructor in Japan.
Skidompha Skoop
First, thank you to everyone who showed up at our summer read kickoff!! We had an incredible crowd celebrate with us and pick up their bingo cards. I was in Boston that day, but stories and pictures reveal a day of fun, interest in reading, and love of the smoothie bike!
Characters of the County: With Art and Community, Peter Bruun Knocks Down the Walls of Stigma
Peter Bruun, an artist, art teacher, and director of the nonprofit Studio B, has spent much of his career using art to process and illuminate relevant community issues.
Triathlon Training Tips with Sarah
Start to get excited for the Pemaquid Beach Triathlon, hosted by Bristol Parks and Recreation and Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust. The triathlon is on Sunday, Aug. 24. Eleven weeks to go! Until then, I will be writing weekly articles providing training tips for the beginner triathlete.
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