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Columns, J.P. Devine

On the Edge: Orange Chicken on Santa’s beard

December 24, 2023December 23, 2023

With the power out, J.P. Devine looks for light in memories of Christmas outings at the mall.

It’s the shopping season, so get a head start on seed shopping

by Tom Atwell December 10, 2023December 8, 2023

Bonus: You may find a good Christmas gift for someone on your list.

Life & Culture

When is St. Nicholas Day? And how did this Christian saint inspire the Santa Claus legend?

by LUIS ANDRES HENAO December 7, 2023December 7, 2023

The legends surrounding jolly old St. Nicholas – celebrated annually on Dec. 6 – go way beyond delivering candy and toys to children.

Food & Dining, Recipes

Heaven scent: Holiday aromas emanate from Bates College’s tourtières

by Tim Cebula December 3, 2023December 2, 2023

For decades, the dining commons kitchen at the Lewiston school has baked and sold fragrant meat pies for the school community, a tradition that links the college with city’s French Canadian heritage.

Business, Times Record

L.L. Bean’s annual Northern Lights holiday events kick off

by Luna Soley November 21, 2023November 22, 2023

There are curling lanes, a temporary barn, heated benches and a mailbox with a direct line to Santa outside L.L. Bean’s flagship store.

Times Record

Holiday lights at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens ‘make you want to decorate at home’

by Luna Soley November 20, 2023November 22, 2023

Gardens Aglow opened this Saturday and will welcome visitors through the end of the year.

Local & State, Morning Sentinel

Parade, Kringleville, lighting events to kick off holidays in Waterville, Winslow

by Amy Calder November 5, 2023November 6, 2023

The Children’s Discovery Museum of Central Maine has announced the holiday activity lineup, which includes visits with Santa Claus at Kringleville at Castonguay Square in downtown Waterville, beginning the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

Nation & World, News, Uncategorized

Ukraine moves official Christmas Day holiday to Dec. 25, denouncing Russian-imposed traditions

by FELIPE DANA July 29, 2023July 29, 2023

Last year, some Ukrainians already observed Christmas on Dec. 25, in a gesture that represented separation from Russia, its culture, and religious traditions.