Among the many casualties of the coronavirus this spring? An important Jewish holiday. Maine’s Jewish community scrambles to gather virtually.
Holidays
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Compass: Parents, this holiday season, give your children your presence
There is no more important gift than face-to-face time together, without phones or screens or social media.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
AAA predicts record-breaking holiday traffic in New England
The organization says nearly 5 million New Englanders will travel over the holidays, the most since it began keeping records 19 years ago.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Loneliness a problem year-round for many seniors
In an aging and rural state like Maine, the problem is particularly striking.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Gina Barreca: Happy Thanksgiving! Bring your own anti-anxiety meds
There’s nothing like family gatherings and holidays to fuel political, cultural and personal stress.
Posted inFood & Dining
Thanksgiving dinner – the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry
The day is, per at least this one hostess, a ‘day of obligatory Mrs. America smiles, occasional moments of tears cleverly disguised as possible joy, and the sincere, gut-wrenching recall of holidays long past in which one was a mere child and carefree.’
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: One squash to rule them all
In the run-up to Thanksgiving, we figure out the best local cucurbit for your pie.
Posted inThings to Do
14 events to celebrate the holidays in Maine
Our annual roundup of holiday events includes kid-friendly classics and sassy offerings for adults.