And a very pretty one, too.
2017
Add native plants for holly jolly Christmas for people and wildlife
The berries of shrubs such as winterberry and mountain holly provide snacks for animals and uplifting color for humans.
Bill Needelman deals with rising water in Portland
Among his many duties, the city’s waterfront coordinator helps residents understand the risks of living by the sea.
Let it snow wooden flakes
Doles Orchard in Limington makes delicate, laser-cut snowflakes that can decorate your home all winter.
The truth about your online shopping carbon footprint
The shipping news might surprise you.
Here’s to moving toward a more sustainable vanilla bean harvest
For one, try beans grown in places other than Madagascar.
Boat Parade of Lights adds sparkle to Portland’s holidays
A small crowd turns out at Fort Allen Park to watch the parade in Portland Harbor.
Health regulations for miners being re-evaluated
President Obama lowered the limit for workers’ exposure to coal dust and the Trump administration claims such rules have depressed the industry.
Deadline for some to enroll in Affordable Care Act plans is extended
HealthCare.gov issued similar extensions previously under the Obama administration.
Number of local ordinances targeting puppy mills grows in the U.S.
There are about 250 laws across the country that ban the sale of pets from commercial breeders.