As it turns out, I feel as awkward as an adult as I did as a child. Read More
I am a sucker for trying new vegetables. In the springtime, the farmers market always seems to be teeming with them. Read More
Don’t have a regular practice but are interested in developing one? Sometimes a nontraditional class may be the best place to start. Read More
Features
When it comes to dining out in Maine, the state is a foodie’s dream come true. Read More
A four-hour drive west of Bangor takes you smack into Quebec’s Eastern Townships, a region packed with lakes, farmers markets, gourmet restaurants, quaint inns, vineyards and some of the friendliest folks you are going to meet west of Maine. Read More
Consider giving old furniture a new, more earth-friendly life. Read More
Arts & Culture
Maine author Denis Dauphinee is now giving voice to the last days of Geraldine Largay’s life. The book, Dauphinee hopes, will help make sense of what happened while giving readers a chance to draw their own conclusions. Read More
The Blue Hill downtown area has just enough make that drive for a day trip or long weekend totally worth it. Read More
Bangor Metro’s Author Spotlight feature gives an inside look about an author’s process and inspiration. This month, we’re featuring Tracey Hecht, a summer resident and author of the Nocturnals series. Read More
Food & Drink
Health & Fitness
These three locations around Greater Bangor are the perfect places to get your birding wings. Read More
The next time you’re stressed out or feeling a bit down, try taking a day trip to the ocean to breathe in that salty air. Read More
This mud pie-making season, make sure to let your kid get as dirty as possible. Read More
Outside
It's war. Flying squirrels are strictly nocturnal, an invisible enemy. They’re tiny, able to squeeze through a hole the size of a nickel. They gang up. Read More
Whatever glamping is, it’s popular, here and abroad. But is glamping a Maine thing? Well, maybe, kinda, sort of. Perhaps Mainers were glamping long before there was glamping. Read More
Full of balsam fir trees, the forest smells of Christmas. The fresh snow is crisscrossed with the tracks of snowshoe hares and squirrels. Read More
Home & Family
When it's quitting time for me, the real work begins. Read More
Single-use items like resealable sandwich bags, plastic wrap and disposable plates can add up. So what’s a responsible Earth dweller to do? It’s simple: Waste less. Read More
Give it a try at home and plan to join us Sunday, March 31, at the Literacy Tea. Read More
How-To
Making a fun and easy heart-shaped garland with the kids or by yourself to hang on the mantle, banister or over a window will add a whimsical touch to your home. Read More
If you have kids of just about any age, there’s a good chance you’ve made slime. Here's a simple recipe that uses ingredients you probably already have around your house. Read More
It’s easy, it’s cheap, and if you’re leaving off the movie theater butter, it’s actually pretty healthy. Read More
Bangor Metro's roundup of what to read this April. Read More
When George joined the newly formed choir in 1959, he did not expect the group to be going strong 50 years later. Read More
Taking proactive steps toward reducing and reusing helps both the planet and your pocketbook. Read More
Arts and culture we're obsessed with this month. Read More
With an easy one-bowl preparation, it’s easy to cleanup from making these carrot cupcakes. Read More
As it turns out, with a little bit of preparation and a desire to do well, anyone can speak with confidence in front of a crowd. Read More
Portland is perfect for a day trip, weekend getaway or leisurely multi-day vacations. Read More
Tips for changing your relationship with money and improving your credit score. Read More
March is bleeding disorders awareness month in Maine. Here's what you should know. Read More
Rather than be the next victim, you can be your own best fraud fighter instead. Read More
Everyone’s mental health journey is different, and there are multiple ways to manage it. Here are five tips to consider if you're struggling with anxiety. Read More
In Maine, the tail end of winter often brings on a little cabin fever. Grab your snowshoes and get outside. Read More
If you’re craving comfort food on a chilly morning, or if your traditional morning oatmeal needs a boost, this easy, make-ahead breakfast is your answer. Read More
If you find yourself slathering on a ton of lotion and wondering if there is a better way to keep your skin healthy during the driest season of the year, then consider dry brushing. Read More
On Jan. 5, Daryne’s “The Art of Gratitude” opened at the Wilson Center at the University of Maine, showcasing 15 canvases and 40 hand drawings for 107 guests. The show is about Daryne’s gratitude for those who helped her the past five years in her journey to recovery. Read More
The disorganization made me dread opening that important cabinet filled with food. Then I decided to do something about it. Read More
Dear Mr. Right: You could surprise me with answers and questions I’ve never considered. If you’ve followed this letter with understanding and insight, if it resonates in your heart, then let it become the application for my daughter’s love. You’ll know if you’re in the ballpark. Read More
For many Mainers who have gotten married during the winter, the cold and snow somehow just add to their warm feelings about their weddings. Read More
Americans have a real love connection with their cars. A survey by GM found 42 percent of all people name their vehicles, and women are more likely than men to give their set of wheels a name. Read More
If you have a chocolate craving, this will cure it in no time. And there is virtually zero baking. Read More
