Once an eccentric tour guide when he first arrived in Waterville, J.P. Devine told some tall tales to Elm City visitors.
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Dana Wilde: Dreams of winter cold
Mulling the history of how we measure cold and warm, Dana Wilde is sanding the increasingly icy landscape of our existence.
J.P. Devine: Because my daughter says so
We’re at war and should be dressing the part, J.P. Devine writes.
Liz Soares: Our complicated relationship with food
Pondering food allergies and preferences, Liz Soares recounts how her recent hospital stay provided a lesson in food choice, or a lack thereof.
J.P. Devine: Music to dance by
Throughout the years, Kay Devine has always been there for J.P. and others to help them with their ‘lines,’ and it’s those memories that has J.P. thinking of dancing with She.
Dana Wilde: Winter space exploration
As some scientists try to figure out how to send tiny creatures or bacteria on spacecraft to other stars, Dana Wilde ponders the implications of our desire to explore the far reaches of space.
J.P. Devine: Finishing the face
A painting J.P. Devine made nearly two decades ago may soon get a face touch-up as he ponders the unfinished business we put off for “later.”
Liz Soares: Celebrating Epiphany, searching for the clear way
Observing the annual Christian feast day has multiple meanings for Liz Soares, who is looking for a way to move forward.
J.P. Devine: What did you get?
Opening up a bottle of single malt scotch, J.P. Devine ponders progress and possibilities.
Kennebec County Correctional Facility reports 5 remaining COVID-19 cases, down from high of 32
The monthlong coronavirus outbreak at the jail in Augusta is now contained to one block.