The rate of growth puts the state 9th among the nation’s top-performing states for the period, reversing the decline of a year ago.
2016
Portland native Elizabeth Strout on list for Man Booker Prize for fiction
Strout, who won the 2009 Pulitzer Prize, is one of 13 authors on the longlist for Britain’s prestigious prize.
Maine man seriously hurt while rounding up neighbor’s bull
The bull had broken through a fence and wandered into the neighbor’s yard.
Police seek SUV driver who knocked car into Alfred river
The owner of the unoccupied car says it was hit by a large black SUV that immediately left the scene.
Our Opinion: Waterville’s problem bigger than one budget
It will take long-range planning to bring down the city’s tax rate.
The Maine Ingredient: Elegant summer fruit and vegetable hors d’oeuvres ready in an instant
Slice, add something creamy or salty and impress your guests.
Indian condiments bring on both fresh taste and memories
An Indian childhood comes to mind for author Visi Tilak.
Belgrade Lakes club’s Lobster BLT makes the cover of Golf Digest
The sandwich is so popular, people call ahead to reserve them.
Unexpected guests? Impromptu picnic? With these wines on hand, you’ll always be ready
Be prepared for whatever summer brings with a small stockpile of wines.
Cookbook Review: ‘Simply Ramen: A Complete Course in Preparing Ramen Meals at Home’
Even for cult foodie favorite ramen, who has two full days to make a bowl of noodles? Not this reviewer.