Omicron, winter and other factors made this past month a chore. But it wasn’t all bad news.
2022
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine could legalize ‘magic mushroom’ drug to treat depression
Early studies have shown that psilocybin-assisted therapy can dramatically reduce severe depression, but some warn that it’s not safe for everyone.
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Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Southern pine beetles are not an immediate threat, the experts say, but they are a cause for concern
The invasive beetles have been spotted in Maine and could be a harbinger of other damaging bugs to come.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Birding: Checking out the bird counts in central Maine
The Maine Christmas Bird Counts are conducted annually throughout the state.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
What’s up in February: Action above slows, but the days are growing
This month will not be quite as dramatic as January, but the sun will feel a little stronger and higher each clear day this month.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Enough is enough
As we reach winter’s halfway point, we assess whether we have enough fuel and food – literally and figuratively – for the rest of the season.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Elaine L. (Olson) Carlson
HALLOWELL – Elaine L. (Olson) Carlson, 90, of Hallowell, formerly of Hingham, Mass., passed away peacefully at her home on Jan. …
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Obituary: Joseph A. Brandt
WINDSOR – Joseph A. Brandt, 94, died on Jan. 26, 2022, a proud member of the Greatest Generation.
Joseph was born …
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Obituary: Diane M. Welch
MANCHESTER – Diane Mitchell Welch passed peacefully on Jan. 22, 2022.
Born July 1, 1942, in Portland and raised in Manchester, she …