Must Be Dreamin'

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 8:41A Olivia Gunn Kotsishevskaya

An overview of several Maine islands on the real estate market, including Pine Island in Naples, Duck Ledges Island in Jonesport, and South Twin Island in Old Town.

Mustang Rescue Ever After.

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 8:37A Olivia Gunn Kotsishevskaya

A visit to Ever After Mustang Rescue, an organization begun by the late Mona Jerome at Bush Brook Farm in Biddeford. Her granddaughter, Lydia Studley, describes her spirited grandmother, and how she intends to continue Mona's work.

Navy Blues

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 8:24A Colin W. Sargent

An interview with musician Ruthie Foster ahead of her appearance at the North Atlantic Blues Festival. Topics of discussion include Foster learning to kayak during her first visit to Maine.

Deep Dive: On Golden Pond

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 8:13A Colin W. Sargent

An interview with Ernest Thompson, the screenwriter behind the film On Golden Pond . Topics of discussion include Thompson's childhood on Great Pond in Belgrade Lakes and the filming of his Oscar-winning movie.

Waterville Under the Bridge

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 7:45A Alexandra Hall

An exploration of recent efforts to revitalize Waterville. Describes how a large investment of revenue by Colby College, the city, and others has renovated the downtown area. Notes how long-term economic and class issues still simmer around...

My Favorite Place: Antonio Rocha: Celebration Barn Theater, South Paris

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 7:07A Hadley Gibson

A brief profile of Brazilian-born mime, actor, and storyteller Antonio Rocha. Discusses Rocha's current show, A Slave Ship Called Malaga, the tale of a Maine-made slaving vessel. Also notes Rocha's affinity for performing at the Celebration Barn...

Maine Homes: Block Party

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 6:57A Virginia M. Wright

A collection of "Then/Now" snippets describe four historic properties in Bangor which have recently been repurposed as apartments.

Maine Homes: Dahlia Mania!

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 5:55A Aurelia C. Scott

A visit to the West Bath garden of Judy Stallworth, who describes her long-term love affair with dahlias.

Roads Less Traveled

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/23 5:40A Will Grunewald et al.

Down East staff writers select eight of their favorite scenic back roads in Maine, from Quill Hill near Rangeley to Route 235 from Warren to Union.

The Best of Maine

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/22 5:55A Down East staff writers

The sixteenth annual roundup of the best places to eat, shop and recreate in Maine, as voted by Down East readers.

Good Things From Maine: Armchair Expert

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/22 5:48A Adrienne Perron

Brief profile of woodworker Aspen Golann. Discusses her nonprofit, the Chairmaker's Toolbox, an organization aimed at preserving traditional woodworking techniques, and how it will benefit from a grant Golann was awarded by the Maxwell/Hanrahan...

Building Business: Range of Construction Projects in Maine Reach Milestones

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/22 4:57A Peter Van Allen

Very brief overview of building projects in Maine, including Jackson Lab's newly-opened workforce housing development in Bar Harbor, and 317 Main Community Music Center in Yarmouth, still under construction.

Brief: Allagash Brewing Will Open a Tasting Room at the Downs

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/22 4:45A Renee Cordes

An article briefly noting plans by Allagash Brewing to open a new tasting room at the Downs mixed-use development in Scarborough.

Hancock Lumber Seizes on "Rare Opportunity" to Expand Milling Capacity

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/22 4:40A Peter Van Allen

An article briefly noting plans by Hancock Lumber to acquire the Madison Lumber Mill in Madison, New Hampshire.

Brief: Cross Insurance Will Have Just its Third CEO in More Than 70 Years

Portland Public Library Digital Commons 1/22 4:34A Peter Van Allen

Article noting the departure of Royce Cross from the CEO position at Cross Insurance. Discusses Cross's transition to company chairman as his son Jonathan takes over as CEO.