With its dazzling fan of colorful feathers, the peacock is the prima donna of domestic birds. Strutting about the yard, it demands attention, its iridescent feathers shining in the sun. “It’s like having a walking flower garden.” Read More
“Rats are just seen as vermin, not as pets. Which, I get. For years, for decades, for centuries, they were vermin and not pets, but these are very different.” Read More
When you live off your land, there’s much to do and everyone needs to pitch in. Here’s how to choose the right projects and chores for your homesteading kids. Read More
Often referred to as “the sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D is created by the human body when directly exposed to ultraviolet light. Read More
Bagel Central, an eatery in downtown Bangor with a long history and loyal clientele, has changed ownership, effective New Year’s Day. Read More
Just minutes after the New Year’s countdown and ball drop, Maine’s first baby of 2019 arrived at 12:09 a.m. in Aroostook County. Read More
Maine ushered in 2019 with a winter storm that made travel dicey early New Year’s Day, with conditions improving throughout the day in much of the state. Read More
As the water ran over the cliffs and down the steep slope, it solidified into wild shapes that could only be conquered with ice axes, spiked boots and a sturdy rope. Read More
One thing is certain: Growing year 2019 will be different from 2018. Read More
Nipper has become accustomed to life as a “house duck,” an unexpected, part-time role that was offered to her in a time of great need. Read More
A holiday tradition for many bird enthusiasts, the Audubon Christmas Bird Count is the nation’s longest-running community science bird project. Read More
New trails are being constructed in the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument as a part of a $120,000 project to improve visitor access to scenic ponds and other natural highlights on the conserved property. Read More
Whatever you decide — pest or guest — it looks like the opossum is here to stay. Read More
traditional wooden snowshoes have been valued for thousands of years. Here’s to a few thousand more. Read More
“It’s so simple; no one talks about it." Read More
For countless generations, this stocky animal has been prized by the Scottish for its hardy nature, gentle temperament and the lean beef it produces. Read More
In Maine, when your driveway inevitably turns into a perilous chute of ice, you haul out the rock salt, scatter some gravel and — if you’re serious about not falling on your behind — strap on some ice cleats. Read More
Emergency kits should also differ depending on the climate of the location and the types of disasters the person is more likely to deal with. Read More
At the end of the day, you can always rely on simple, hand-crank appliances and that they’re one important component of being more self sufficient. All you need is a good grip and little elbow grease. Read More
After sitting empty for years, curious passersby can now step inside the unusual building. Read More
