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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Central Maine restaurants experienced a Christmas Day like no other
Most local restaurants said business was slower than past years.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment
Queen Elizabeth pays tribute to ‘kindness of strangers’
Queen Elizabeth II has delivered a heartfelt message of hope in her Christmas address, praising the ‘indomitable spirit’ of those who have risen ‘magnificently’ to the challenges of the pandemic.
Posted inNation & World
A pandemic Christmas: Services move online, people stay home
The coronavirus upended Christmas traditions, but determination and imagination kept the day special for many.
Posted inTimes Record
A Christmas message from Bishop Deeley
A light in the window at Christmas is said to be an Irish custom. The candle, placed in the front window of a home, becomes an invitation to the Holy Family passing by seeking a place to stay that this home would welcome them. The candle is a welcome to the Christ who is coming […]
Posted inThe Maine Forecast
Cloudy to start the week; rain, wind storm expected around Christmas
The beginning of the week will be cloudy but mostly dry. Heavy rain and strong wind gusts are possible around Christmas.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Are fancy pans worth their weight?
These obscure kitchen tools will have to prove themselves to keep their spot on the shelf.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: If 2 people and a ham spells eternity …
… then 4 people and a porterhouse is just right. It’s holiday time, so don’t stint on the porcini butter.
Posted inFood, Recipes
You’re invited to a Maine Christmas cookie swap
We asked Mainers to share their favorite Christmas cookie recipes, and oh my Santa, they came through like Rudolph in a winter storm.