Liz Soares recounts the life and final days of Martha, her 15-year-old Lab-pit bull mix.
Scott Monroe
Posted inColumns, J.P. Devine
On the Edge: Lent is back
The return of the annual Catholic season of sacrifice has J.P. Devine listing five modern ways to observe Lent to make positive changes to his lifestyle.
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Posted inColumns, Dana Wilde
Backyard Naturalist: Climate change bubbles
Climate scientists have been right all along, and there is basically no time left to be patient with people who do not know what they are talking about, Dana Wilde writes.
Posted inColumns, J.P. Devine
On the Edge: Three blind mice laughing
J.P. Devine is feeling guilt in the pursuit of catching household rodents.
Posted inColumns, Dana Wilde
Backyard Naturalist: Flowers in February
Snowdrops, blossoming out of February snow, are a sign that life recurs within the very fabric of winter itself, Dana Wilde writes.
Posted inColumns, J.P. Devine
On the Edge: Mary and her Twinkie
J.P. Devine remembers a day many years ago when his first Valentine reemerged in a chance encounter.
Posted inColumns, Liz Soares
Thinking Things Through: Sharp dressers are at the top of their game
Appearances count for a lot, as illustrated by a local school’s “Dapper Wednesday” movement that’s received national attention, Liz Soares writes.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Photos: Central Maine florists in full bloom for Valentine’s Day
Florists were busy across the region Tuesday as staff prepared for the annual day of love and affection.
Posted inColumns, J.P. Devine
On the Edge: Happy Days are here again
Gloomy and dark days have given way to skies that are clear again, J.P. Devine writes.
Posted inColumns, Outdoors, Ron Joseph
In the Field: Canada jays a rare marvel in Maine
Ron Joseph recalls the magical moments he’s seen remarkable birds that exude personality and charisma.