War-torn countries can cause individuals to flee their homes to find better lives for themselves and their family. Laurie McDonnell documents how refugees from Bosnia have made new homes in Portland and started a Bosnian community.

Over three decades ago, five family practice doctors opened a collaborative practice with the belief that they would work part-time and raise families at the same time. Rufus Nicoll investigates where the doctors are now and if their experient worked for them.

During the heyday of the #MeToo movement, a writer who survived repeated childhood sexual assault is on the verge of reaching out for help for the first time. But she's not finding her seat at the #MeToo table -- in fact, she doesn't feel welcome there at all. Somehow this social movement, with inclusion at the core of its platform, is pushing some survivors even farther to the margins. Hear how this survivor has redefined "Me Too" for herself. The article referenced in this piece is "Ugly Face." It originally appeared in The Bollard, a local paper published out of Portland, Maine. Link: http://thebollard.com/2019/02/03/ugly-face/ NOTE: This piece contains strong themes, including sexual assault of a child, and may not be suitable for young listeners.

Katie Freeman explores the history of Bowie Farm in Durham, speaking to members of the Bowie family about the business.
Issue 57-58, 2004

Despite the challenges facing dairy farmers, the Russell family fights to keep their farm going. Anna Hoberman documents the lives of the Russell family and their work on their dairy farm in Litchfield.
Volume XI, Issue 41, 1991

In Turner, Maine, farmers are known for their competitiveness. John G. Dale highlights the lives of farmers and farm life in Turner.
Volume IX, Issue 33, 1988

Katie Freeman explores the history of Bowie Farm in Durham, speaking to members of the Bowie family about the business.

In Portland, there are local stores that are more progressive in their nature, selling materials for the gay and Christian communities. Tania Tasse uncovers how these stores fit into the greater story of the gay rights and Christian movement in America.

Kyle Glover captures the daily life of a Sudanese family in Portland.

As industry brings in new developments and technology, the small family farm begins to fade into history. Sam Bass captures how the barn used to be the way of life for many people and the subject of barn deconstruction.