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May 30, 1975: Jackman drug rehab center allegedly violated Fair Labor Act, Belgrade votes to take dump site, and German press call Frank Sinatra ‘super-gangster’
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May 29, 1986: $20,000 in camp loot from thefts in Belgrade, China and Albion recovered by police, U.S. Dept. of Energy cancels its search for high-level nuclear waste repository in Maine, and Skowhegan fabricator gets some good news about his loan
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Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture, Maine, Outdoors
Mainers divided over rise of glamping
Some communities are pushing back on plans to develop ‘glampgrounds’ that seek to offer an outdoor hotel-like experience.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Before summer’s bounty arrives, go big with fresh herbs
While you patiently wait for the dazzlers, like strawberries and tomatoes, pair the last of the storage root veggie crops with a sprightly herb pistou.
Posted inFood & Dining, Outdoors, Sports
A day-hiker’s guide to trail food
Our expert sources share tips on the snacks, meals and drinks that keep them properly fueled and hydrated on summer hikes, from GORP and PB&Js to dried kiwis and charcuterie boards.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
A weird spring led to some weird problems in the garden
On bottom-blooming forsythia and other mysteries.
Posted inFood & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
Vegan cooking classes on offer at MaineGeneral Medical Center
Cookbook author and cooking teacher Colin McCullough makes plant-based cooking easy, fast and tasty for beginners.
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May 28, 1996: Half-sisters to meet for first time in Winthrop, voters have the chance to computerize libraries across Maine, and old name, new home for Augusta House
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May 27, 1978: Augusta investigator says ‘bird-killing corn’ requires permit before use, cultural affairs group may give town of Starks new lease on life, and Colby College graduates its largest class ever at 420
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