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April 29, 1989: 3 Augusta policemen, firefighter suspended for alleged off-duty misconduct, new report focuses on Augusta Mental Health Institutes’ care, and 35 acres of land has been charred in Augusta
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Posted inFood & Dining
Atsuko Fujimoto became a baker out of boredom. She might be the best in the country.
The owner of Norimoto Bakery in Portland’s Deering Center came to her craft later in life and with little forethought. Now, she’s up for a James Beard Award for the third time.
Posted inFood & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
Maine schools look to add more plant-based options to their cafeterias
Nutrition directors from several districts attended a training held by the state in February with an eye to adding more vegan and vegetarian lunch dishes this fall.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Short on yard space? There are plenty of vegetables you can grow in pots
Tomatoes, potatoes and peppers are among them.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
When condiments took over their tiny Portland apartment, this chicken dish came to the rescue
Chicken Vinegar Bread started as a way to use up a jar of hot cherry peppers but has become a staple for Rachel Getz and her partner.
Posted inFood & Dining, Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: Squeeze into Mazzat or take its Middle Eastern menu items to go
Join the regulars who have found their way to the tiny spot on Bishop Street in Portland.
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April 28, 1978: Longstanding dispute with Augusta Sanitary District has ended, Gardiner man announces his candidacy for Kennebec County Sheriff, and anti-nuke group to hold rally on State House lawn next week
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April 27, 1999: 3 Thomas College graduates sue school saying program failed to deliver them education and job offers they were promised, Maine lawmakers ponder 50% pay raise, and its 1925 in the year 1999 in Benton
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Posted inBooks, Life & Culture, Maine Authors, Uncategorized
BUSHNELL ON BOOKS: ‘The Buoyant Letters of Mimsy Bell’ and ‘ The Prints of Siri Beckman’
A powerful story of remembrance, regret and redemption from midcoast author Laurel Dodge, and book of wood engravings and woodcut images presented by the artist.