Greaney’s Turkey Farm in Mercer has been busy this Thanksgiving week for its annual slaughter of some 2,000 turkeys raised plus another 1,000 birds slaughtered for backyard farmers this season. Cultures have come together for the annual preparations, as members of the local Amish community have become a steady and reliable work force in the agriculture market there. All photos by Morning Sentinel staff photographer Michael G. Seamans.
Thanksgiving
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
First-ever Blessings Dinner in Augusta aims to celebrate food, cultures from around the world
The Thanksgiving meal was hosted by the Augusta Adult and Community Education for students enrolled in the English Language Learner program.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Nation & World, News
Biden opens holidays, pardons turkeys Chocolate and Chip
It’s holiday time at the White House, and President Biden and his wife, Jill, are plunging into the season.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
From free meals to fun runs, our 2022 roundup of central Maine Thanksgiving events
Events are scheduled this week across Kennebec and Somerset counties.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
A hand pie is just one way to thank the farmers who lend you their hands
Buying local products is another way to show your appreciation for all the work they do.
Posted inFood & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
Turkey portraits and plant-based feasts help make for a gentler Thanksgiving
Plus, a cornucopia of resources for having a vegan version of the holiday.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: Stumped by how to use up the leftover cranberry sauce?
Here is a cornucopia of options for making use of that one last thing in the fridge.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: This year in particular, we have a lot to be thankful for
Yes, it’s getting colder and darker – but consider all that we’ve weathered over the last 12 months.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Local & State
Black Friday draws smaller crowds in Augusta, leaving only the dedicated shoppers in line
Lines were much smaller this year in comparison to years past, but people who chose to stand in line continued their Black Friday traditions.
Posted inLocal & State
Our 2021 Mainers to Be Thankful For
Even as the pandemic continues to test our society and how we relate to one another, we don’t have to look far to find people who, every day, disregard differences to help their fellow humans. Our 2021 Mainers to Be Thankful For have provided housing, clothing, comfort and support to people in their communities – often strangers – with only the satisfaction of making a difference in return. We hope that by sharing their stories, they serve as examples for us all.