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Dec. 31, 1994: Seafood fans eagerly await Red Lobster restaurant in Augusta, incoming councilor in Gardiner will listen to her people, and meet this Hallowell librarian and her 1-woman show
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Dec. 29, 2003: Check out this Whitefield home that’s powered by solar, wood, and ideas, and Children’s Center of Augusta officials ask county for long lease
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Dec. 28, 1987: City of Waterville seizes over 47 properties last week after residents failed to pay taxes, and Gov. John McKernan Jr. focusing on economy, taxes, welfare and OUI in next legislative session
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Posted inBooks, Life & Culture, Maine Authors
BUSHNELL ON BOOKS: ‘Outermark’ and ‘Warm Your Bones’
Jason Brown’s new powerful short-story collection, and recipies from Portland food writer and culinary instructor Vanessa Seder.
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Dec. 27, 1975: Fire causes heavy damage to Marquis Radio & TV building in Hallowell yesterday, and drivers had to either splash through it or bust in Augusta
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Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Ignore the news, ignore the season. The garden can be lovely in winter
Rhododendron shrubs, and even the tiny viola, may surprise and delight you in winter.
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The best books in 2024? These Mainers should know.
Stephen King, Tess Gerritsen, Richard Ford and Monica Wood are among those who shared their favorite books of the year.
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Dec. 26, 1992: Are superintendents in Maine overpaid? Not by a long shot they say. Also, stores in central Maine are ready for swappers.
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Winslow volunteers serve up Christmas dinner, holiday company
Norman ‘Ziggy’ Lawrence started the annual Christmas Day event with his wife 16 years ago in Waterville.