MONDAY Christmas Bird Count, all day in York County The 116th Christmas Bird Count is underway and proceeds into early January. Since the count began, it has relied on the dedication and commitment of volunteer citizen scientists. Two Christmas Bird Counts are held in York County: The York count on Monday and the Biddeford-Kennebunkport count […]
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Birding: Feeding birds has long nourished our souls
The tradition can be traced at least as far back as Henry David Thoreau.
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Special education students drawn to Maine charter schools
Relatively small classes and individualized attention may account for enrollment that’s at more than twice the national rate.
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Skiing in Maine: For a change of pace, hit the hill in the afternoon
Early risers can see their favorite mountain in a new light – and often for less money – after midday.
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Maine’s liveaboards embrace holiday season
Small cabins don’t have to deter decorations and the spirit of the holidays.
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Feeling the pull of ‘the Force’: ‘Star Wars’ exerts its cultural influence on the lives of Mainers
Over nearly 40 years, the film series has served as a cultural primer, a school-year equalizer, a shared family tradition, and a reminder of the simple joys of youth and a good story.
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Bagpiper seems to be a natural for a Scot’s funeral
But a bagpipe-playing Shriner brings to mind an image I can’t help but laugh at.
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Christmas gifts for the country’s presidential hopefuls
There’s even something for the obscenely rich megalomaniac in the race, even though he doesn’t deserve anything but scorn.
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Lincoln piles on the luxury with 2016 MKX
The vehicle will need to attract not only loyal customers but also poach clients from rival automakers.