Environmental and health impacts of gas stoves We recently replaced our gas stove with an electric induction stove. We have a goal of getting off fossil fuels because of the climate crisis, and I have been scared of gas since the 2020 explosion in Farmington. We were not thinking of health benefits when we made […]
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‘We’re just wild about Henry’
Every prospective resident who’s ever visited Thornton Oaks (a Brunswick retirement community) knows Henry Recknagle, the director of sales at Thornton Oaks since 2001. And, it seems, everyone who’s met Henry has good things to say about him. As a resident of Thornton Oaks, I can say he’s the real deal. Let’s take a look […]
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LD 46 will expand employment opportunities for Mainers with disabilities
In Maine, only 7.1% of adults with autism hold jobs. We need to do better for our Mainers with disabilities. We have a huge opportunity here. This is why LD 46 (An Act to Establish a Grant Program to Increase Postsecondary Educational Opportunities for Students with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder) is […]
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A responsible, governing budget for all
Every two years, the Maine Legislature is responsible for drafting a state budget that works for all Maine people — an almost impossible task given the variety of issues and challenges that affect all of us. While each community that I serve here in House District 98 — Durham, Pownal and parts of Bowdoin, Lisbon […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Let’s talk about the Easter menu
Yes, there will be glazed ham on the menu, along with herbed mashed potatoes, sourdough buns, lovely candied carrots and light citrusy desserts, a.k.a. key lime pie and lemon curd parfaits. And we must have this incredible, crunchy salad, the one I could devour every day, sometimes for lunch and dinner. It’s my new favorite […]
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Former Midcoast lawmaker charged in connection with December crash
Jeremy Saxton of Harpswell was arrested Saturday in connection with a crash five months ago that killed 75-year-old Donald Harding of Yarmouth.
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Setting priorities in your push for sustainability
You are not alone. In every community, there are individuals just like you who are committed to making a positive difference for a more sustainable future by preserving Earth’s bounty for future generations. But how do you prioritize the most effective actions that fit your family’s or organization’s goals? Sometimes, deciding how to act on […]
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Sustainability in the yard and garden
As daytime temperatures rise, many of us are thinking ahead to springtime work in our yards and gardens. Considering some basic issues beforehand will pay off when the action begins. One hot topic nowadays is rewilding, a form of sustainability that seeks to restore natural processes by reducing human influence on the land. Rewilding can […]
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Rolling kayaks and canoes — for safety
The ability to roll a kayak or canoe in whitewater or the ocean is a great asset. A successful roll can make the difference between a very enjoyable paddling experience and an unpleasant swim. A failure to roll risks the loss of boat and paddle or worse. The kayak roll was developed by Inuits for […]
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Brunswick quiz bowl team couldn’t make competition, so one student won it himself
A pair of big showings for Brunswick students, as senior Alexei Douhovnikoff won the Maine State Quiz Bowl at Windham High School on April 5, and junior Indigo Selinger tied for best overall with a perfect score at the State Math Meet on April 7.