Propelling the Electrification of Maine’s Working Waterfront A cadre of engineers, boatbuilders, policy advocates, and aquaculturists are spinning a greener future for the Maine coast, with ...

For 40 years, the University of Maine at Fort Kent has graduated nurses prepared to serve in Maine’s healthcare system, and beyond.

Maine Community Foundation Is Building a Better Maine Since its founding in 1983, the nonprofit and its partners have contributed $128 million to Maine conservation, environment, climate, and ...

Bingville Style Shop Brings New Life to Vintage Clothing in Eastport Artist Amy Ray's elaborate needlework garments don't sit in her shop for long — her wearable, upcycled art pieces are quickly ...

When staff photographer Benjamin Williamson wants to shoot Maine at its most essential, he hops the ferry for Monhegan, 10 miles out to sea, year-round population about 60. We asked him a few of his ...

Down East MagazineFrom its earliest days supplying nylon lines for lobster fishermen, Saco’s Yale Cordage has expanded its market to include everything from America’s Cup yachts to America’s space ...

Ben’s Picks: The Best Maine Photos of 2019 Down East staff photographer Benjamin Williamson's favorite shots of the year.

The New Maine Classics From the highbrow (-ish) to the cult-y, these 25 Maine-media artifacts will stand the test of time.

By Catie Joyce-Bulay Photos by Dave Waddell From our August 2022 issue With its classic red-and-white trim, angular glassy front, and nightly neon glow, the Island Dairy Treat looks like it ...

Leader of the Pack Arthur T. Walden and his winning chinook sled dog celebrate after a 123-mile race in 1922.