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The Beauty of New England Lighthouses

As houses go, New England lighthouses are pretty plain — yet these sturdy sentinels have become must-sees for every visitor.

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The Best 5 Flower Farms in New England

A salute to growers who specialize in crops that nourish the soul. From tulips to peonies, get our picks for the best New England flower farms.

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Food for Thought | Inside Yankee

The first thing I do each morning is turn on my computer and see what emails have arrived from Yankee readers. Lately, something new has been cropping up in this correspondence: comments about Weekends with Yankee, the national PBS show in which our knowledge of New England’s special places and its unique people takes center […]

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A Tale of Two Cities | New England Food Town Showdown

As the Boston-Portland rivalry comes to a full boil, Yankee food editor Amy Traverso surveys the scene, talks with top chefs, and checks off her culinary scorecard to discover the dining capital of New England. 

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The Up-and-Comers | Food Town Showdown

Could Boston vs. Portland one day become Burlington vs. Providence? We asked Providence Journal food editor Gail Ciampa and Vermont food writer Hannah Palmer Egan to map out the hot spots in their respective cities.

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Best New England Maple Festivals

Early spring in New England offers optimal sweetness in the form of pure maple syrup. Here’s our roundup of top maple festivals and tastiest maple recipes to help you celebrate the season.

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Guided Winter Adventures in New England

From snowshoeing rolling trails to riding horseback through the woods, let a professional guide show you the best of a New England winter.

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