1+ day, 5+ hour ago   (54+ words) Both Brass Roots Fest in South Portland and the Maine Cheese Festival in Pittsfield are happening today. Brass Roots Fest has moved its location because of rain. Both Brass Roots Fest in South Portland and the Maine Cheese Festival in…...

6+ day, 2+ hour ago   (1725+ words) You can live in Maine for decades and still discover a road, island, or shoreline you somehow missed. That is part of the fun. Familiar coastal routes often hide side trips that feel surprisingly fresh once you finally stop and…...

6+ day, 16+ hour ago   (1657+ words) Retirement gets a lot more appealing when daily life starts to feel less rushed and a little more comfortable. Maine has that kind of pull, with peaceful towns, fresh coastal air, and plenty of room to enjoy a slower routine....

2+ day, 23+ hour ago   (1743+ words) A good country market can turn a quick grocery stop into the kind of place you remember long after the bags are unpacked. In Maine, small shops like these still offer local products, changing seasonal finds, and the kind of…...

2+ day, 23+ hour ago   (1551+ words) Boothbay Harbor already gives visitors plenty of reasons to slow down, but one bakery adds another tempting stop to the list. Inside an old barn, the pastry cases fill with fresh morning bakes while coffee keeps the early crowd moving....

2+ day, 20+ hour ago   (839+ words) OutdoorsThe BDN outdoors section brings readers into the woods, waters and wild places of Maine. It features stories on hunting, fishing, wildlife, conservation and recreation, told by people who live these experiences. This section emphasizes hands-on knowledge, field reports, issues,…...

4+ day, 1+ hour ago   (1491+ words) The most dangerous thing on a quiet Maine back road might be a hand-painted farm stand sign. Stop once, and a quick bread run can turn into a trunk full of produce, dairy, and handmade goods before you know it....

5+ day, 2+ hour ago   (1782+ words) The coast gets plenty of attention in autumn, but the real color show often starts farther inland. Head north or into the mountains and you can catch Maine’s leaves changing before many seaside towns reach their peak. Cooler nights help…...

5+ day, 2+ hour ago   (1577+ words) There is something about hearing a steam whistle in the middle of the woods that instantly gets your attention. At this quiet Maine railway, small wooden cars roll along narrow tracks while volunteers keep a remarkable piece of railroad history…...

6+ day, 21+ hour ago   (1303+ words) Pizza tastes a little different when the table is moving on railroad tracks. This Maine train excursion turns a simple ride into a food-filled outing through quiet countryside, with vintage cars adding plenty of old-school character. The special experience includes…...