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Happiness study puts Finland at the top of the world – despite the cold

by JARI TANNER Associated Press March 14, 2018March 14, 2018

The World Happiness Report ranked 156 countries based on factors such as life expectancy, social support and corruption.

Alison Pray of Standard Baking Co. will compete for Outstanding Baker against 5 others.

The owner of Biddeford’s Biscuits & Company offers this recipe for Banded Horn Stout Brownies with Bailey’s Ganache.

For one, South Portland bakery Little Biggs is expanding its kitchen and adding menu items.

by Avery Yale Kamila March 14, 2018March 13, 2018

Try it in our fast, kid-friendly recipe.

by SARA MOULTON Associated Press March 14, 2018March 13, 2018

If you shred sweet potatoes before putting them in a skillet, you can cook them to tenderness in five minutes.

Southern chef Ashley Christensen weaves philosophy and instruction into her comfy collection of guest-worthy dishes.

Josh Berry’s year without meat changed the way he cooks for his customers at Union in Portland’s Press Hotel.

Allen Commeau made the gift out of fear of budget cuts to the arts.

by Associated Press March 13, 2018March 13, 2018

The former FBI director’s interview will be April 18, just one day after his book ‘A Higher Loyalty’ is expected to be released.