Bangor Metro - May 2006

May 2006

Buying Maine, Digital Style

Mike Woelflein
There's lots of talk on whether Maine's real estate bubble has burst, or whether it's just floating unpredictably. But most experts agree, house hunting online is here to stay.

Drumming Up Business

Mike Woelflein
Jack Cashman, Maine's Community and Economic Development Czar, has no problem practicing his sales pitch.

The Multiplier Effect

Geoffrey Gratwick
"Buy local." We've all heard it. But does it really make a difference? Geoff Gratwick does the math, and the potential dividends are positively inspiring.

And Justice for All

Sheila Grant
As a homicide victim/witness advocate for the Maine Atorney General's office, Mary Farrar is the best friend you hope you never need.

Assembly Required

Annaliese Jakimides
Assemblage artist Wally Warren pieces together his own bright reality out of the discarded, the ugly, and the ordinary.

Back to Brookies

Brad Eden
They might be straining to reach nine inches, but like small jewels, brookies are a treasure for anyone who knows that beauty can come in all sizes.

Delicious Music

Bangor Symphony Orchestra's recipe for its new fundraiser included classic Tchaikovsky, rare talent, and good taste.

Feeding the Family

Jenny-Lin Bennett
Culinary student Brandon Hay needed a few eager eaters to test his ever-evolving cuisine. His testers like his cooking so much they've turned into family

Rock On...

Rockland-Thomaston area Chamber celebrates a big year with a first-class splash.

Umbrella Woman

Annaliese Jakimides
May showers? Bring 'em on.