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A less traditional yet tasty take on a holiday dinner

A less traditional yet tasty take on a holiday dinner MetroCreative Holiday dinners vary from household to household. Some might prefer a traditional meal of turkey with all of the trimmings, while others might want to try their hands at something new. For those among the latter group, the following recipe for “Winter-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin,” […]

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How to help new parents make the holidays special

As baby’s first holiday season approaches, the youngster’s parents and extended family often attempt to make the experience as memorable as possible. But family and friends of new parents also can take steps to lighten new parents’ holiday burdens by offering some thoughtful holiday gifts that can provide support and love for newly minted moms […]

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Maine-made wine and brew spread cheer in holiday season

“Even before someone tastes something for the first time, they respond to the story (behind the beverage),” said Maher, who with his wife, Emmy Andersson, operate Square Root Natural Foods on Route 26 in Poland, Maine. “People like to know where the item is produced, where the ingredients are grown or know something about how […]

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Away in a Manger

Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head.The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay,The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.I love thee, Lord Jesus! Look down from the […]

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Winter wonderland

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening, In the lane, snow is glistening A beautiful sight, We’re happy tonight. Walking in a winter wonderland. Gone away is the bluebird, Here to stay is a new bird He sings a love song, As we go along, Walking in a winter wonderland. In the meadow we can build […]

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Grandchildren bake holiday goodies at the Clarke house

Her grandmother, who raised nine children including Clarke’s mother, was “famous” for making bread and pies. With such remarkable role models, it’s no surprise that Clarke fell in love with cooking and baking at a very early age. Now “Meme” to granddaughters Aubrey and Sydney Wood, ages 8 and 5, of Sabattus, 7-year-old Tessa Blais […]

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Volunteerism: The gift of your time

The stores, malls, and streets become busier as the holiday season gets closer. People are ready to start shopping for those perfect gifts, planning holiday gatherings and meals. If you have friends and family nearby, you’re likely to have lots to do no matter the holiday you celebrate. Maybe in addition to all the hoopla, […]

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Gift ideas for the special seniors in your life

Many even insist that their family members save their money and not buy them anything for the holidays. But if the thought of Grandma or Grandma not having something to open come the holidays is simply unacceptable, consider the following gift ideas. Activity assistance devices The realities of getting older often mean the body slows […]

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Revisit Christmases past at an old-fashioned candy store

Folks from the Oxford Hills area who remember Fletcher’s Candy Store will have the opportunity to do just that on Saturday, Nov. 29. And those who don’t remember Fletcher’s will be in for some very sweet treats. The Norway Historical Society will once again have their own version of Fletcher’s Candy Store at their headquarters […]

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Frosty the Snowman

Frosty the snowman is a fairy tale they sayHe was made of snow but the children knowHow he came to life one dayFrosty the snowman was a jolly happy soulWith a corncob pipe and a button noseAnd two eyes made out of coalThere must have been some magic in thatOld silk hat they foundFor when […]