Happy spring, everyone. We made it through another Maine winter. Although the calendar says March 20, Mother Nature could still have a few surprises left for us, but we know that winter is finally winding down. We will be complaining about black flies and too much traffic before we know it. The last few days, I have noticed that the male goldfinches have a few spots of bright yellow reappearing here and there on their winter plumage, and the purple finches are looking much brighter as well. We have also gained well over three hours of daylight. Time to plant the seedlings!

Winter intends to have its say; that is the sense of things this week. We are preparing for another snowstorm. Wind and cold and dangerous roads will mean we don’t go out unless we have to. Those who do have to go out — the plow trucks and the drivers — will be up at […]

I know we have presented this article many times over the years, but we must stress the extreme importance of getting one’s pet in for a physical exam at the very least once a year. Pets age so much faster than we do that by the time one sees symptoms, the problem could have far-reaching effects.

Climate and environmental concerns, a desire for local control over energy, and the benefit of free fuel are all good reasons for pursuing public renewable-energy goals. But one of the most important is economic growth: attracting manufacturers, software designers, installers, and other green energy businesses.

After a hefty snowstorm, houses reveal their flaws: snowy roofs that show the framing underneath like an X-ray; huge, growing icicles along the eaves, even though it’s too cold for snow to melt; and indoors there may be water-stained or drippy ceilings. What is going on?

Hi there, dear readers! Here is your Marilyn Beane’s World columnist back with another new week with more news of my sweetheart Elden’s and my lives at Crawford Commons Assisted Living, 132 Middle Road, Union, ME 04862.