For those who appreciate fine craftsmanship, Swans Island Company showcases handwoven textiles created just up the road in Northport. Their blankets and scarves, made from Maine-sourced wool and dyed ...

Tucked away on a peninsula just east of Ellsworth, this 55-acre slice of paradise somehow remains off the radar while its famous neighbor, Acadia National Park, absorbs the tourist crowds like a ...

Hunting for Maine’s best coastal fish-and-chips? I followed the shoreline myself — and found a few spots where the scenery ...

Town officials in Machias are seeking input on housing, land use, public services, economic development and more.

The Machias Select Board held public hearings Nov. 20 on a tax anticipation note, proposed ordinances and long‑term leases.

MACHIAS SELECT BOARD MEMBER Ben Edwards and area residents listen as Ian Gorecki of the Maine DOT speaks at the Pellon Center ...

Towns and businesses throughout the area will be holding special events for the holiday season. A Christmas Market will be held on Saturday, November 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Eastport Arts ...

An Airbnb property in Maine is a picturesque bayside cottage that offers a library in an old lobster boat, two bedrooms, and ...

Maine has some of the most amazing food spots you've never heard of, and that's exactly what makes them special. These ...

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Maine lobsters are known for their tender, sweet and rich meat — the product of the cold waters they call home because lower temperatures slow their growth and prevent excess salt absorption. A ...

It is a remarkably quiet time of year. The beaches of Maine are quiet, waiting for the vacationers to arrive in force again, but in another year. The hustle and the bustle of summer vacations are gone ...