Get 3-foot branches of white pine or balsam fir. Trim them to about 6 inches. Get floral wire at a craft or floral shop. Pick out a few brightly colored items such as berries, holly and pinecones. Get a sturdy wire coat hanger and fashion it into a circle. Or you can buy wire frames […]
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Making holiday decorations is a longstanding tradition in Maine; here’s how to get started
Whether you’re trying to save money, upcycle or create personal gifts, here are tips on making your own holiday gifts, decorations, wreaths and displays from Maine pros and aspiring amateurs.
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In a word: Frankly, capitonyms buffalo the best wordsmiths
People are nice in Nice, France, but do the Polish polish their silver very often? Do people in China have nice china? Is it really rainier on Mount Rainier?
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Mystery Photo for Nov. 28, 2021
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and have a chance to win a $20 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
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Mark Alan Leslie of Monmouth — from newspapers to magazines to busy novelist
Face Time: Leslie has been telling stories for nearly 50 years. A former editor for the Lewiston Sun and founding editor of a golf publication, the Monmouth native recently published his 14th book.
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Marge Kilkelly’s directions for making ornaments, gifts
ANGEL WING EARRINGS OR ORNAMENTS Supplies: head pins, small pliers, beads, angel wing beads, earring wires and safety backs. Time to make: 20 to 30 minutes. Take a head pin and select a bead that has a body shape to slide on the pin. Add angel wing bead. Add small bead for head and then […]
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These are dark days indeed without a toilet light
Talk of the Town: Nothing says ‘supply chain failure’ like waiting three or four days for a replacement.
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Thanksgiving traditions and disasters: Both can serve up warm memories
Bringing family and friends together for a big meal offers plenty of potential for joy and calamity — and making memories that span generations.
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Face Time: Bob Dalot helps keep ATV trails safe for others
The 58-year-old Jay man has been president of the Western Maine ATV Club for over 20 years.
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Mystery Photo for Nov. 21, 2021
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and have a chance to win a $20 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.