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Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Waterville parade, Kringleville canceled due to virus, but other activities planned
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Kringleville and the annual Parade of Lights will not be held this year, but a “Light Up the Town” decorating contest and virtual Santa visits will be part of planned replacements.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Compass: Parents, this holiday season, give your children your presence
There is no more important gift than face-to-face time together, without phones or screens or social media.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Loneliness a problem year-round for many seniors
In an aging and rural state like Maine, the problem is particularly striking.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: As the North Pole melts, Santa is vulnerable
This year, offer him vegan cookies and oat milk, and help stave off climate change, in a small way.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Hunting: Need a Christmas gift for the hunter in your life?
Yes, it’s late but if you’re still stumped, we’ve got lots of ideas.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
Plum delicious – with hard sauce
The Gaylord family in Wells puts Quaker Plum Pudding on the table every Christmas in honor of their mémé.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
How to make panforte, Italy’s medieval-era fruitcake with a peppery kick
Enjoy Christmas in Tuscany, without braving the holiday airport crowds.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Tree festival draws festive crowd in Waterville
The festival, which is hosted by the Sukeforth family, is expected to have more than 15,000 attendees over the course of the two weekend event.
Posted inLocal & State, News
South Portland man leaves ‘remarkable’ $23,000 gift to Press Herald Toy Fund
The anonymous donation is one of 10 made to charities by a humble and hardworking man who died recently.