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Title
Good Neighbors: Bayside Transforms
Year
2002
Wynne Parry discusses how the Bayside neighborhood of Portland has begun to revitalize their community after dealing with years of arson and vandalism. Parry speaks to residents of the neighborhood to learn about their experiences in the area.
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Writing
Title
A Regular at Bob's
Year
2002
In his barbershop with a single chair, Bob Feeny speaks to regular clients every day. Jessica Rosenburg visits Bob's Barbership in Portland to speak to Feeny about the barbering culture and observes his interactions with the regulars.
Type
Writing
Title
Where Ledges Spread Out: A Modern-day Legend of the Penobscot
Year
2002
The legend behind the Penobscot River goes that the river itself shaped the culture of Penobscot people, and provided for them. Elizabeth Scoville explores how the Penobscot people deal with the river being used for the needs of the industrial world, speaking to members of the tribe about their culture and community.
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Writing
Title
Punk Rocker and Sausage Fox
Year
2002
Luke Snyder highlights the life of Jordan Kratz, a Jewish punk rocker. Snyder discusses Kratz's punk rock lifestyle, interest in science fiction, and living with Hepatitis C.
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Writing
Title
What The Lord Has So Freely Given: Keeping Faith in a Taxidermy Shop
Year
2003
Lydia Peelle highlights the lives and work of Diane and Vance Child, two taxidermists have dedicated the last decade to the craft. Peel speaks to Diane and Vance about their business and their spirituality.
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Writing
Title
Off Screen: The Movies on Exchange
Year
2003
For many people in Portland the corporte run cinema houses are not for them, and instead turn to a smaller moviehouse, The Moves on Exchange. Abigail Perkiss discusses the history of the business and the experiences of those who work there.
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Writing
Title
Working for a Living
Year
2003
Mira Ptacin highlights the work of David Brennan, a funeral home director at Hobbs Funeral Home. Ptacin speaks to Brennan about his profession and the various job functions at a funeral home.
Type
Writing
Title
Deserted
Year
2003
Located near the town of Freeport, Maine has its own desert, but instead of sand, it contains glacial silt. Vanessa Silverton-Peel explores how the Desert of Maine has become a tourist attraction.
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Writing
Title
The Members of Cerberus Shoal Play with Their Eyes Closed
Year
2003
Molly Sircher documents the music group Cerberus Shoal, and speaks to the band members about their experiences touring and performing.
Type
Writing
Title
The Season of Roger's Date Book: One Man's Life in Money, Meetings, and Cliff Island, Maine
Year
2003
Caitie Whelan highlights the life of Roger Berle, a man who actively donates and fundraises money to support his community.
Type
Writing
Title
The Sixteenth Minute: David's Heart Dreamed
Year
2003
Engaged and married at the Bethel Transfer Station, Sherry Whittemore discusses the wedding of David Hart. Whittemore speaks to Hart about the wedding being filmed by an entertainment program, the media attention, and life afterwards.
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Writing
Title
The Amazing Adventures of Casablanca Comics
Year
2003
Comics and superheroes can appeal to individuals of all ages, and at Casablanca Comics in Portland, they strive to reach all audiences. Laura Belous speaks to employees and owners of the shop to learn about their passion for comics and the culture surrounding comics.
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