Wellness

New Era of Skin Care

C. Skin Co. blends science, prevention, and gentle aesthetics to keep skin healthy, confident, and true to you. Article by Angela Smith | Photography by Caylin Lee Photography At C. Skin Co. Medical Aesthetics, skin care is part of your wellness plan—not an afterthought. We sat down with co-founder Carolyn Lebeis to talk about a new era of skin care rooted in education, prevention, and feeling like yourself.   Q. Can you start by telling us a little bit about your company and what makes it...

Wellness

Two Doors to Wellness

Emotional & Physical Paths That Help Kids Thrive—and Adults Stay Steady Article by Angela Smith Two Doors to Wellness Emotional & Physical Paths That Help Kids Thrive—and Adults Stay Steady   Why Now: The Early-Childhood Need   Mornings start early, emotions start big, and many days feel full before drop off or circle time begins. Teachers and families are doing their best inside long days and short margins. Children bring big feelings to small bodies, and the adults who love them...

Wellness

The Root of It All

Beauty starts at the scalp: Maine’s first trichology salon blends craft with clinical clarity—evaluations, imaging, and head-spa care that redefine healthy hair. Article by Angela Smith | Photography by Epic Frames Media Most of us learn the basics of health and fitness, even a bit of skin care—yet almost no one is taught how to care for their scalp. Trikhos changes that. As Maine’s first trichology-focused salon, it pairs real assessment with simple, sustainable care so people feel seen...

Fitness

Cold outside. Strong inside.

A reader’s guide to a steady winter practice—simple starts, smart progressions, real recovery, and community that makes showing up easier. Article by Angela Smith | Photography by Powers Media House Winter in Maine can be hard, nudging even the most active toward the couch. NXGen flips the script, offering the space and support to make January the month you build a practice—not a burst. A practice you can return to on dark mornings and busy nights. Start light. Keep it doable. Let winter be...

Shopping

Stocking Stash & More

Our favorite stocking stuffers, hostess gifts, and books by Maine authors. Article by Angela Smith Consider this your shortcut to thoughtful giving. We scouted Maine shops and makers to find small delights for stockings, gracious host gifts that travel well, and a shelf of Maine books curated by PRINT: A Bookstore. From kitchen keepers to page-turners, these picks feel personal and useful, with a spark of joy. Shop local, wrap with care, and send a little bit of Maine with every gift. And be...

Food + Beverage

Seven Fishes Feast

Italian Christmas Eve, the Maine way, with a little help from Browne Trading Company Article by Angela Smith There’s something timeless about a table built around the sea. For generations, Italian families have gathered on Christmas Eve to celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes —seven seafood dishes shared in gratitude and abundance.  A Tradition Anchored in the Sea Here in Maine, the tradition takes on its own flavor, blending old-world recipes with the best of our local waters. While...

Style + Beauty

Merry & Chic

A curated mix of shimmer, polish, and play—built to take you anywhere this holiday season Article by Angela Smith | Photography by Kim Chapman Photography One Blouse, Two Ways A chic reminder that versatility is the ultimate style statement. Add a red scarf and polished pants for a festive daytime look, then trade them for a skirt and jacket when the temperature drops—or the night heats up. Sophisticated yet fun, it’s the perfect outfit formula for Maine’s holiday season. The New Black  ...

Food + Beverage

Joy Baked In

Meet Ann Bayer, the heart behind handmade cookies that invite presence, deepen connection, and spark joy. Article by Angela Smith | Photography by Finn O'Connell Q: How did Mama Bayer Cookies begin? A: It started with a family trip to New York City. We stopped at this gourmet store—and I saw cookies shaped like a taxi cab and the Statue of Liberty. I was in awe. I checked a book out of the library when we got home, taught myself, and practiced until I got it right. Q: You mentioned...

Life + Culture

The Science of Gratitude

A conversation with Dr. Robert A. Emmons, the world's leading scientific expert on gratitude Article by Angela Smith Before gratitude lists were a thing, a scientist who put gratitude on the map started his journey in Maine. Robert A. Emmons, Ph.D., UC Davis psychologist and a leading gratitude expert, earned his degree at the University of Southern Maine. He recently shared with us what gratitude is—and how to live it. In our Q&A, Emmons brings gratitude from the Hallmark aisle to the lab...

Health + Wellness

Air. Ground. Gratitude

Care in motion. Gratitude in person. How LifeFlight brings the ICU to patients, then helps complete the circle. Article by Angela Smith | Photography by Henry Frank and Mark Fleming LifeFlight of Maine brings the ICU to patients. By helicopter. Plane. Specialty ground ambulance. They meet people on the hardest days of their lives and move them toward care. In one of the most rural states, bases in Bangor, Lewiston, and Sanford let teams reach 90% of Maine within 45 minutes — shrinking long...