Heather and Doug Donahue rely on friends and neighbors after a December blaze destroys parts of Balfour Farm in Pittsfield.
Lifestyle
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Learning to shed stuff, like losing weight, makes you feel lighter
Decluttering can become a habit that’s good for you and for the environment.
Versatile Rex begonias come in many varieties
They’re beautiful even this time of year without foliage, thanks to lovely leaves.
To accept the challenge of eating local food, stay flexible
Substituting what farmers and fishermen have available makes a more lasting impact on the food system.
Town of Windsor frets that homeless people and beggars could sully royal wedding
Advocates for the homeless take offense when a local official suggests police remove them during the celebration.
Cate Blanchett to head Cannes film festival jury
Blanchett follows Spanish director Pedro Almodovar, who headed the 70th edition of the festival last year.
OFF RADAR: ‘Tom O’Vietnam’
You need intimacy with Shakespeare’s “King Lear” to get the most out of Baron Wormser’s new novel
Thomas S. Monson, president of Mormon church, dies at 90
During his tenure he dramatically grew its missionary corps and upheld a long-standing opposition to same-sex marriage.
Elizabeth Strout’s latest novel was one of Obama’s faves of the year
“Anything is Possible” was included on the former president’s annual list of his favorite books and songs.
Lucky Clark On Music: Don Roy Ensemble
Don Roy talks about the band’s upcoming Jan. 14 concert at Jewett Hall. Concert date has changed due to heating issues at facility.