THE U-TURN: Super Bowl champion and a wicked full moon pic
A local general store cranked out pizzas for the Super Bowl and raised money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Back-to-landers from 1970s are subject of new oral history project
Kickoff event becomes impromptu reunion. ‘Some of you I haven’t seen in 40 years.’
U-TURN: Smoke on the water
An ethereal mist rises from the water in this pic by a Brooksville resident.
My Wild Neighbors: February is the month for coyote love
Maine’s apex predator sets amorous sights on a mate in the month of February, writes nature columnist Kim Ridley in her latest column, “My Wild Neighbors.”
Brooklin Garden Club offering $1,500 grants for conservation and gardening
Applications that have civic, educational and environmental components are welcomed., and projects that involve children will be given special consideration.
If you’re headed for ice fishing, ‘expect these salmon to be fat’
Fish biologist Jake Scoville has some tips for winter anglers who want to get out on the ice.
Ready for cross-country skiing? Local advice on where to go
Local skiers weigh in with cross-country recommendations for their favorite trails.
So you think you’re a Mainer…
This year’s challenge has more than 40 prompts to see who can make the most out of being a Mainer.
Brooklin library to hold online auction for capital campaign
The auction, which will raise money for the library’s capital campaign, has a host of items and experiences up for grabs, from boat rides to skills training to local artistic creations.
Bucksport sets cruise shedule, with 20 ships coming this year
Bucksport has announced its 2026 cruise ship schedule.
WinterFest offers healthy alternative to climbing the walls
WinterFest draws hundreds for Island celebration, where everything is free.
THE U-TURN: A rare and beautiful Arctic visitor
A rare Snowy owl makes an appearance in our area.
BACKSPACE: This local inn had the largest saltwater pool in Maine
The Mt. Ash Inn in Brooklin once had Maine’s largest saltwater pool. It is now the home of Wooden Boat.
Island program offers free clothing and monthly themes for donated items
The new Island Exchange program in Deer Isle and Stonington has themed donation ideas for each month, from winter jackets to cookware to outdoor equipment.
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Frozen River’ weaves a tale of Maine injustice
The Frozen River weaves a tale of Maine injustice centuries ago.
Bucksport family launches hand-crafted lollipop and chocolate business
A Bucksport family is turning a lollipop and chocolate hobby into a business.
THE U-TURN: Reader shares his vintage Jed Prouty poster
After reading a Rising Tide story about Maine humorist Richard Golden, former local newspaper publisher Alan Baker showed us his vintage poster from the time the celebrated comedian returned to Bucksport.
The animal that gets a new coat—and a new name—every winter
Nature writer Kimberly Ridley explains the elusive ermine, known outside of winter as a weasel.
New life jacket law now in effect for boaters
Children 12 and under must now wear a life jacket while boating under a new law that went into effect in the new year.