The supermarket aisles continue to feature berries, vegetables, and greens throughout the cold months, giving the home cook limitless possibilities for meals regardless of season. However, the home cook values the fresh produce locally in season and relishes seasonal recipes that emphasize our connection to the annual cycles of mother nature.
Characters of the County: For Bill Bragg, Hard Work is a Value
For almost his entire life, William “Bill” Bragg has made his living doing the jobs that needed to be done in and around his hometown of Waldoboro.
Characters of the County: Leah Puckey Knows What She Wants
Leah Puckey spent a good deal of the first half of her life knowing exactly where she was supposed to be and what she was supposed to be doing. After realizing a change of plans in 2007, she has spent much of the last two decades figuring out what comes next.
Henry, A Dog’s Life in Maine
Well, here it is October.
You know who is beyond thrilled, kind of giddy? Mom, who loves Halloween. Eighteen days as of this writing till you know when. Yes, the yard is decorated with all kinds of ghouls, a werewolf, a clown (yikes, Mom is afraid of clowns), and a Nosferatu thing going on.
Round Pond
I am having such a terrible time to put into words what the gathering for Sheala Jackovich was like this past Sunday night. There simply are not enough adjectives to describe the peace and love that surrounded all that attended.
Characters of the County: It’s Not Just a Job for Kevin Burnham
It’s been said when people in the Boothbay region need to call the Boothbay Register for some reason, they don’t say “I am going to call the newspaper.” They say, “I’m going to call Kevin.”
Round Pond
Every so often, and if you are very lucky, you have a day that you know was so absolutely perfect that you will always remember it. My day happened last week under the most beautiful clear blue sky, light winds, and on a very special island.
Characters of the County: Eileen Higgins Lives a Life of Love
Boothbay resident Eileen Higgins is living proof of the old adage, “Do something you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.”
SBS Gazette
On Sept. 18, Sept. 23, and Sept. 25, South Bristol School went on field trips for Marine Week.
Characters of the County: Breanna Lawrence Crafts a Career as a Contractor
Breanna Lawrence does not like to wait.
The Jefferson contractor also doesn’t like to sit still or keep people waiting. Emails, text messages, and phone calls are returned quickly and she almost always answers her phone because “you just never know,” she said.
Voluntary View By Land and By Water, Coastal Rivers Volunteers Clear The Way
On a sunny Thursday afternoon, a group gathers at the Pemaquid Pond hiking trail with saws, weedwackers, garden cutters, and other tools.
The Pumpkin Vine Help Power Maine’s Biggest Festival
Every October, thousands of people flock to Damariscotta to celebrate Maine’s largest and most colorful festival, the Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta. From giant pumpkin boat races to the famous pumpkin drop, the festival has become a cornerstone of Maine’s fall traditions and a huge economic boost for our local businesses.
Characters of the County: Allison Eddyblouin Centered on Faith and Family
It might surprise some people, but Allison Eddyblouin was not born into the Catholic Church. Her mother was Catholic, but her father was Episcopalian. It was through her mother’s family that Eddyblouin grew up adjacent to the faith. She converted when she was 23.
Henry, A Dog’s Life in Maine
Happy days to all my readers and friends. Well, it looks like fall is officially here. That makes you-know-who very happy. OK, before we start, I am sure you’re asking yourself, so let’s get it over with. The answer is 48 days.
