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A Guide to Ordering, Shucking, and Eating Oysters
October was National Seafood Month, and on the Maine coast it was also a month for oysters. We spent an afternoon at the 4th annual Camden Oyster & Beer Festival at The Wharf at Lyman-Morse on October 11, and in Portland, Maine Oysterfest took place on October 17 as part of Harvest on the Harbor.
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Portland Public Schools reconsiders policy on animals in classrooms
PORTLAND (WGME) – There are new concerns at Portland Public Schools when it comes to the district's policy on having animals in the classroom. One assistant superintendent wants to make sure all children are comfortable, including those of the Islamic faith. School board members say they are now in...
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You’d Never Guess The Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls At This Maine Bakery Are Completely Gluten-Free
The cinnamon rolls at this bakery are soft, sweet, and packed with cinnamon. They also happen to be completely gluten-free, which feels a little like a magic trick. You can top yours with buttery vanilla icing or cream cheese icing. I can’t imagine choosing just one on the first try. The gluten-free treats even get their own dedicated case, so nobody has to squint at labels.
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Veranda Kitchen & Bar set to open at East Brown Cow’s Old Port Square - brokered by Malone Commercial
Portland, ME According to East Brown Cow and Old Port Square, Veranda Kitchen & Bar has signed a lease at Suite 103, 425 Fore St. in Old Port. The family-owned restaurant group has signed a seven-year lease for the 1,381 s/f space. Peter Harrington of Malone Commercial Brokers brokered the deal. Expected to open this fall, it will bring the brand’s traditional Vietnamese and Thai cuisines, including legendary bowls of hot pho, to the Old Port.
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Harpswell artists share ‘love of place’ in Brunswick library’s new gallery
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Oct. 7 opening reception for the Doucett New Art Gallery at Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick brought out almost 100 supporters to celebrate its collection of original works by local artists. The pieces were chosen to “reflect the experience, culture and history of...
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Maine school official raises Muslim religious objections to classroom dogs as district weighs policy changes
A Maine public school administrator raised concerns about allowing dogs in classrooms because of Islamic religious beliefs about the animals, as the district considers changes to its classroom pet policy following a teacher’s request to foster puppies. Dr. Abdullahi Ahmed, Portland Public Schools‘ assistant superintendent for student, family and...
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Wiscasset Resident Earns First Place in National Oyster Contest
Andy Rogers, co-owner of Jolie Rogers Raw Bar in Wiscasset, took first place in the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Championships in Maryland on Sunday, Oct. 18. The competition is a two-day event taking place during the U.S. Oyster Festival in Leonardtown, Md. It started with 35 contestants shucking 24 oysters on the first day, and the final 15 competing on the second. The top three contestants faced off after that.
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Harpswell’s Private Chef: Stuffed endive appetizer
Searching for a holiday appetizer that looks impressive but is simple to put together? These stuffed endive leaves are the answer. I always find myself hunting for new appetizers when I host, then I usually end up going back to my favorites. These stuffed endive leaves are fun and easy, and they’re often on that list of go-to appetizers.