Reporting Aside: There are great resources available in Maine for those thinking about starting a garden, Amy Calder writes.
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Skowhegan mom, daughter fear deportation
Reporting Aside: The duo fled Venezuela and entered the U.S. legally, now they fear being deported as they wait for a court hearing, Amy Calder writes.
Those ‘goody, goody gumdrops’ aren’t easy to find in Maine
Reporting Aside: Feb. 15 is National Gumdrop Day. But where are the celebrated candies?, Amy Calder writes.
At 89, Winslow caterer is hanging up her apron
Reporting Aside: Jean Theriault is retiring after 50 years of catering everything from weddings and funerals to gun shows and birthday parties, Amy Calder writes.
At 18, Winslow man loves his first full-time job
Reporting Aside: Nick Cyr landed his first full-time job about two months ago at the Goodwill store in downtown Waterville, Amy Calder writes.
Taking pause in a spinning world
Reporting Aside: Dropping everything digital may be a way to find respite in a world spinning out of control, Amy Calder writes.
This Madison man found by long-lost relative after years of searching
One should never cease searching for a long-lost relative or family member who has been given up for adoption, Amy Calder writes.
Spread some kindness in the new year
We should take what steps we can, no matter how small, to help make the world a better place in 2025, Amy Calder writes.
The gift of giving is the best gift of all
Having the privilege of handing out $100 bills to deserving strangers just before Christmas and seeing their reactions was more heartwarming than receiving any physical gift, Amy Calder writes.
Continuing a legacy, for children’s sake
Reporting Aside: While organizing a back room of her home with a friend recently, Sara Delgado Languet of Belgrade discovered they share a special connection to the Maine Children’s Home in Waterville.