Snowdrops, blossoming out of February snow, are a sign that life recurs within the very fabric of winter itself, Dana Wilde writes.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Backyard Naturalist: Surprised by jellyfish
Dana Wilde mulls the rare sightings of Craspedacusta sowerbii, hoping to be surprised someday by a bloom of freshwater jellyfish.
Central Maine newspapers name new key editors
The Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel have promoted Jessica Lowell, Stacy Blanchet and Ben Bragdon to new roles to guide newsroom coverage.
On the Edge: Happy Catholic Schools Week, sisters
J.P. Devine ponders his own Catholic school memories and the sisters who taught him along the way.
Thinking Things Through: A storied history with ‘card catalog vintage’
Liz Soares mulls the evolving ways in which we can find and organize what we read.