Jennifer K. Breedlove investigates the inexplicable behavior of others in ‘Murder Will Out,’ which won the Mystery Writers of America First Crime Novel Award.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
A sweet spot may be coming for Maine-made bitters
Local producers of cocktail bitters and digestifs see potential for growth with both craft cocktail fans and those looking to drink less alcohol.
Skowhegan creamery’s ricotta earns more praise
Food & Wine magazine placed Crooked Face Creamery’s applewood cold smoked ricotta atop its list of 25 essential American-made cheeses.
Maine Restaurant Week slated to start March 1
The almost two-week-long event offers deals on restaurant meals and special events.
These Mainers are learning to play musical instruments later in life – and gaining unexpected joy
It is never too late to pick up an instrument for the first time, or after a long time away, say these Maine musicians.
Warren fly-fisher’s new novel explores ecology and changing tides
In his fourth novel, ‘Rolling Back the River,’ Paul Guernsey angles for his big catch.
Late Rev. Jesse Jackson came to Maine for presidential campaign, conference
The civil rights leader, who visited Portland and Orono, died Tuesday.
For restaurant workers, seasonal jobs come with perks
Chefs, cooks and bartenders at Maine’s summer resorts and restaurants return for the season rested and rejuvenated after other jobs and other types of work.
‘Lend Me a Soprano,’ ‘Glengarry Glen Ross’ among 6 Maine events this week
Also, catch the Maine Voices Live interview with Portland Hearts of Pine co-founder Gabe Hoffman-Johnson.
5 things to do when you’re in Biddeford
The artistic director of City Theater has several suggestions.