Could classic books be behind the trend in what we call our kids?
Leslie Bridgers
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How not to look like a tourist in Maine | Column
Five pointers for subtly proving you’re local — or making it seem that way.
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Maine gets another mention on ‘SNL.’ Could a Senate race sketch be next? | Column
The return of a Tucker Carlson impersonation has us wondering, who would play Graham Platner?
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Hummingbirds’ arrival has Mainers buzzing | Column
Technology has given birders more ways to share their enthusiasm.
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Portland’s Maine-born population has dropped to 40%. Is that a problem? | Column
If the trend of the past five years continues at the same rate, there will be no native Mainers living in the city by 2050. Alarm bells? Not yet.
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Why Timothy Simons is my favorite Hollywood Mainer | Column
The actor from Readfield, who is giving the UMaine commencement address this weekend, hasn’t gotten too big for his home state.
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Squeeze in these seasonal activities before the tourists get here | Column
In the month before Memorial Day, many of Maine’s summer destinations are ready and waiting.
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Maine businesses are cashing in on Hearts of Pine fever | Column
Companies, brands and institutions of all kinds are attaching themselves to the uber-popular Portland soccer team. Makes sense to me.
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More Mainers are learning to play mahjong, many from Melanie | Column
Hoping to play more while she’s here, a part-time Peaks Island resident started teaching the game. People want in.
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Maine’s plain license plate has gained a following | Column
One in 8 drivers have opted out of the new pine tree design.