‘Blue Jean’ script has problems, writes J.P. Devine

Thinking Things Through: Adopting a ‘Gotta fly!’ slogan

Taking inspiration from her dog, Liz Soares relishes the chances to be active and strong even in older age.

J.P. Devine Podcast: Some expressions stay with you

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.

Reporting Aside: One man’s kind gesture has uplifting effect

Debra Brown's opinion of people changed recently when Manny Price found her wallet in a Waterville parking lot, with a few hundred dollars inside, and took the time to return it to her, Amy Calder writes.

‘Made in Italy’ about father-son conflicts

Backyard Naturalist: Lilac and all

A piece of lilac history has awakened floral memories Dana Wilde has from long ago.

On the Edge: Everything but the kitchen sink

Mulling mountains of debris, J.P. Devine recalls the cast-away collectables of years past.

Reporting Aside: Graduates, want some unsolicited advice? Yes, yes you do.

Work hard but be lazy, earn money but occasionally splurge, sleep long, eat well and spend time with old people, Amy Calder advises high school graduates.

‘The Diplomat’ is wired to soar, writes JP Devine