As is the case so often here, Maine is doing things the way that makes the least amount of sense. The reason why the relief checks of $850 are being snail-mailed is beyond me. The checks are only being sent to those who filed tax returns, and many people submit their direct deposit information when […]
June 2022
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Scientists see long-term hope for Maine’s lobster fishery despite warming waters
Ongoing research suggests that Maine’s unique oceanographic features should help keep waters suitable for lobsters, and that continued conservation measures can keep the fishery resilient against future threats.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine Observer: Finding childcare isn’t getting easier
A working mother in the ’80s seems to have had more options than her daughter has today.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Society Notebook: MaineWorks founder named Spurwink’s Humanitarian of the Year
Margo Walsh created the organization that helps people find work despite employment barriers.
Posted inPremier Property, Real Estate, Sponsored
Fine craftsmanship featured at four-bedroom Falmouth home
$1,099,000 | 12 Terison Dr., Falmouth
Posted inFood, Recipes
Blueberry muffins, made with whole wheat, are healthful and swoon-worthy
Fragrant with cardamom and sweetened with honey, these tender breakfast staples will make you anything but blue.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Christ’s central message at odds with pastor on abortion
In objection and contrast to Keith Moore’s doctrinal claims in Maine Voices (“Unborn children deserve legal protection” June 4), the New Testament’s Christian message is that of compassion and love. The biblical Jesus would approach a woman’s abortion decision with compassion for the woman’s spiritual well-being, both in the difficult present caused by her pregnancy, […]
Posted inFood, Maine Gardener
Peat is an excellent growing medium for garden plants. But its use threatens the global environment
The mining of peat hastens climate change.
Posted inFood, Recipes
This triple pea salad recipe packs quite a crunch
Frying farro – or another grain if you’d like – is a brilliant technique that lifts this salad out of the ordinary.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Paired with the complex acidity of grapefruit, scallops emerge luxuriously
Andy Baraghani shares a quick, delightful seafood recipe from his new cookbook, ‘The Cook You Want to Be.’