Don’t leave fall behind: Here’s how to preserve autumn

Cooperative Extension pro Lynne Holland offers suggestions for extending and preserving the sights, smells and spirit of fall.

Augusta abuzz with first Maine State Beekeepers Association Bee Fest

Workshops at Viles Arboretum taught beekeepers and would-be beekeepers about the world's smartest insect, including how bees communicate.

Land trust launches inaugural trail challenge

A celebration of conservation and community: For every mile hiked, paddled or biked this autumn, participants will be eligible for a monthly prize.

Rain keeps pollywogs alive in North Jay

Photo: Fueling up on nectar

A butterfly feeds on a zinnia in a Lisbon garden Wednesday afternoon.

Birds flock to Merrymeeting Bay, a globally unique destination

Bird hike in Dresden shows diverse ecosystem that makes the area a globally significant bird habitat.

Photo: Friday afternoon among the flora

Man and neighbor "supervise" woman planting flowers.

Photos: Power lunch

An osprey brings a fish Tuesday to its nest atop a transmission line in Leeds.

Photos: The trees and the bees in Auburn

Bumble bees work their magic on cherry trees in Auburn on Monday afternoon.

Wilton votes to support Maine Trails Bond

The Wilton Board of Selectpersons voted on Tuesday, Dec. 5, to support the Maine Trails Bond initiative, a bill that would provide $30 million in bond for Maine's trail system.