Taking inspiration from her dog, Liz Soares relishes the chances to be active and strong even in older age.
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Photos: Fishermen in Waterville cast a line for striped bass at night
The men were fishing near the Lockwood Dam on the Kennebec River on Friday and Saturday nights. All photos by staff photographer Michael G. Seamans.
On the Edge: There’s always something
J.P. Devine mulls an expression that was ingrained in his life by his mother, who used it like a wash cloth or toothbrush.
Backyard Naturalist: Lilac and all
A piece of lilac history has awakened floral memories Dana Wilde has from long ago.
Oak Hill High School graduates 83 at Augusta Civic Center
The Wales-based school serves students in Regional School Unit 4, which includes Litchfield, Sabattus and Wales.
On the Edge: Everything but the kitchen sink
Mulling mountains of debris, J.P. Devine recalls the cast-away collectables of years past.
Workers clean up spray paint vandalism of Augusta police memorial
Meanwhile, authorities on Thursday had no updates on the investigation into the vandalism.
Thinking Things Through: Relishing reading outside on the porch
Some recommended reading from Liz Soares as she enjoys books in fine weather.
J.P. Devine: Until the break of day
This Memorial Day, J.P. Devine remembers the adventures of his brothers in the Irish way while keeping their pain and secrets hidden in his heart.
Backyard Naturalist: Devils in springtime
There are goat-footed devils in the details of the woods and we’re complicit in the mischief, Dana Wilde writes.