Lifestyle
December 21, 2022
The winter solstice is often (but not always) on Dec. 21, bringing us to one of the key turning points of our year. From this point forward, the days ...
Events, ...
December 20, 2022
Morrill Worcester, owner of Worcester Wreath Company of Harrington, Maine, was a 12-year-old paper boy for the Bangor Daily News when he won a trip to...
Gardening Farming, ...
December 20, 2022
During the holidays, poinsettias show off in shades of red, pink and cream. They’ve been hybridized to decorate our homes during a season when the gar...
Events, ...
December 16, 2022
Mistletoe may be a welcome holiday sight when hung over a doorway if a loved one is near. Still, it can be an unwelcome intruder when found in your tr...
Lifestyle
December 16, 2022
Although not as commonly seen in rural regions as they are in more urban areas, feral cats – those that are most definitely not house pets – serve imp...
Lifestyle
December 15, 2022
Snow flurries and winter storms can be unpredictable and the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) encourages home and business owners to prepare i...
Gardening Farming
Courtney Llewellyn 
March 22, 2026
In time for National Ag Day on March 24, the nonprofit Rural Minds announces the launch of the new Farmer Mental Health Resilience Program in support ...
Lifestyle
Courtney Llewellyn 
March 20, 2026
Here’s a pantry staple I don’t write about often enough: canned salmon. Fresh salmon is one of the healthiest foods you can eat. It’s rich in protein ...
Lifestyle
Courtney Llewellyn 
March 19, 2026
Dear Paw’s Corner: We had a scary incident a few weeks ago. Our puppy Terah got into the cabinet under the kitchen sink and chewed on a plastic spray ...
Gardening Farming
Courtney Llewellyn 
March 18, 2026
Humans have been sharing seeds and stories that go along with them for over 10,000 years. Hosting a seed swap in your community can be a fun way to he...