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Locals have the option of pick-up or delivery within 15 miles of the studio in Windham! “Featuring a wire hoop with a dangling raw stone crystal, dress this earring up or down depending on your occasion. Each piece is made-to-order, allowing you to choose the stone color and metal that match your personal style!” Seabags – Rose Gold on Navy Mariner Stripe Slim Crossbody Bag  Price: $75 On their website seabags.com or in person at their 9 retail stores across Maine! “Inspired by the day...

From their website: Help unleash a child’s inner wizard with a hand carved Harry Potter style wooden wand. “While there are many wands claiming to be the “real deal,” many are made of a mold-injected resin, and will likely break over the course of their lifetime. These, however, if treated properly and with respect, will become a powerful and quintessential part of the witch or wizard who is chosen to wield it.”   Price: $24.99 Visit their website heidiboyd.com This is a great gift f...

Ship to a friend or loved one for 3-months! “Rwanda Bean was created in 2013 with the mission to support the community of coffee farmers who are growing a stronger Rwanda by sharing their harvests and stories with the wider world. It started with just a couple of pounds of raw beans shipped from Rwanda for a taste-test, and it’s growing to become an amazing community of caring people who believe in giving back. As you are about to take that first sip of our delicious coffee—just stop and ...

The British government is gearing up to ban international arrivals from four more countries — Bangladesh, Kenya, Pakistan and the Philippines — amid concerns over new virus variants but opted against including France and other European nations that are facing a resurgence of the virus. 3 days ago in Lifestyle Italy may be in a strict coronavirus lockdown this Easter with travel restricted between regions and new quarantines imposed. But a few miles offshore, guests aboar...

Fresh Some unexpected free time in 2020 led Grammy winner Dave Grohl to put some thoughts and memories into words. Grohls memoir "The Storyteller" will come out Oct. 5, Dey Street Books announced Tuesday. 51 mins ago in National, Trending Fresh Minneapolis police are taught to restrain combative suspects with a knee on their back or shoulders if necessary but are told to "stay away from the neck when possible," a department use-of-force instructor testified Tuesday at former...

Sams Corner 12 Days of Local Gift Guide: Artsy Fartsy Friend Day 8: When I think of this guide I think of my youngest sister, Abby. She is like annoyingly artsy. She can rock a good pair of corduroy pants, is a brilliant painter/sculpture/musician, and is always just calm and artsy. *So Abby if you are reading this, stop now cause I might get you something from the gifts below* If you have a friend/sibling in your life like my sister this gift guide will definitely help you out. Keap Ceramics ...

Price: $80.00 for 2 people! Best way to purchase: Online at From their website:  “The hours before sunset offer the best time for paddling on the waters of Casco Bay. The sky tends to explode with color and the seas often become glassy and calm. As you glide through Portland harbor you’ll look out for wildlife like seals and osprey and enjoy a unique view of lighthouses, forts and the Portland Observatory. The Sunset Tour is designed as a leisurely paddle that ventures just far enough alo...

Sams Corner 12 Days of Local Gift Guide: Outdoorsy Dude Day 7: We are all truly blessed to live in a state that offers us so many opportunities to take in the outdoors. If you live in Maine than chances are people in your life love to ski, hike, bike, or sail. Treat them to some great outdoor apparel this Christmas season. All of the companies featured today make awesome gear for the seafarers, forest dwells, and beach bums in your life. Rugged Seas – The Rugged Seas Heavyweight Hoodie    B...