High School Basketball Makes Maine Winter Fun!

by Hollie McAfee Maine winters are long, dark and cold, and that’s probably why so many of us love going to high school basketball games, in a warm gym, to socialize with other fans and cheer on our favorite young people.  I should say up front that I am a Hodgdon...

Bad Flu Season

by Hollie McAfee As I write this blog, half of my family is home sick with the flu.  My husband is especially sick with chills and body aches, while my 13 year old son is sick enough to miss his last basketball game of his junior high career (that’s pretty sick.)  My...

Review Your Business Insurance Needs

Maine people are hard-working and persistent, showing ingenuity to make their personal and professional lives successful.  With a tough economy and tougher weather, making a living sometimes means thinking outside of the box and using entrepreneurial skills to create...

Be Prepared for Elder Care

According to a recent article in US News and World Report, inquires about elder care services increase early in the new year.  Families get together for the holidays, and adult children might notice that their parents seem overwhelmed or fragile.  After the hustle and...

Snowmobile Safety in Maine

Snowmobiling is a popular winter activity here in Maine, and is also a boost to our economy through the sales of sleds, gear and lodging to travelers who like to take advantage of our great conditions.  A winter with a lot of snowfall is what dreams are made of, and...