New England chapters of the Christian Motorcyclists Association gathering for annual fundraiser.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Lewiston woman in critical condition two days after pedestrian accident
Margaret “Peggy” Pooler was on full life support and dialysis at Maine Medical Center on Friday afternoon.
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Posted inBusiness
Bakery outlets close across Maine, New England
The company that produces baked goods for brands including Arnold bread, Entenmann’s and others has closed 28 outlet stores in the Northeast.
Posted inLocal & State
At least 2 people, dog rescued after breaking through ice in Fairfield
The rescue took place on a small pond off Middle Road in Fairfield around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday where a dog is believed to have suffered life-threatening injuries.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
MOFGA unveils 2024 Common Ground Country Fair poster
Bridgton resident wins contest with “Owl with Apples” entry.
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Just what is hygge?
COZINESS AND COMFORT At its core, hygge is about coziness and comfort in both your physical surroundings and your emotional state. It’s the feeling you get when you’re wrapped in a warm blanket on a chilly day or when you enjoy a cup of hot tea while reading a book. ATMOSPHERE Hygge emphasizes creating a […]
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Learn more about hygge
For some very hygge (non-digital) reading on the mindset of hygge, here are some books on the subject: “The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living,” by Happiness Research Institute CEO Meik Wiking “The Year of Living Danishly,” by British journalist Helen Russell “How to Hygge: The Nordic Secrets to a Happy Life,” […]
Posted inFranklin
Farmington women remembered as ‘amazing, kind, loving souls’
Allison Joy Cumming and her mother, 76-year-old Jean Robinson, were found dead Wednesday. Maine State Police were investigating, but have not disclosed how the pair died.
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Do you hygge?
The Danish word that means contentment, coziness and comfort is being embraced around the world, including Maine. Christmastime and winter is “the high season of hygge,” according to visitdenmark.com, as people embrace the cold and dark with lighting, furnishings, activities and a mindset that help them find happiness and well-being. Do you hygge? If so, […]
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Patriot Insurance Scholarship Fund names 2023 recipients
Patriot Insurance School Fund has announced its 2023 recipients of the Patriot Education Scholarship. Students receiving the scholarship must have graduated from a Maine high school and must be attending a Maine college, community college or university. They should be majoring or minoring in insurance or another business program. An interest in an insurance career […]