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UMaine Machias students back on campus

Photos by Leslie Bowman and Sophia Guida Students choose the University of Maine at Machias for the opportunity to study in a close-knit community and pursue a degree amidst the natural beauty. With a focus on environmental liberal arts, UMM was listed among the top 100 liberal arts colleges by Washington Weekly magazine this year.

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Gambas al Ajillo

Recipe provided by Rich Hanson, chefCleonice Mediterranean Bistro, Ellsworth Garlicky Shrimp is a traditional Spanish tapas dish. Ingredients:1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil1 to 4 tablespoons slivered garlic, to taste1 to 4 tablespoons hot chili pepper pods, to taste1 pound raw shrimp, peeled1 teaspoon sherrysea salt and pepper1 tablespoon coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley Directions:Preheat oven

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Thai Curried Maine Shrimp Chowder

Recipe provided by Suzanne Verrier, North Creek Farm, Phippsburg North Creek Farm is an historic saltwater farm near the tip of the Phippsburg peninsula. Maine shrimp chowder is a customer favorite. This recipe calls for garlic scapes, the tender top part of the garlic stalks. Ingredients:½ cup Arborio rice1 cup water1 bay leaf½ tablespoon oil1

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Maine Shrimp & Mint Salad

Recipe by Josh Hixson, chef, Brevetto, Camden Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter½ pound raw shrimp, peeled4 ounces young arugula2 ounces pecorino sardo cheese, shaved8 fresh mint leaves, finely choppedsalt and pepper Vinaigrette: 1 teaspoon minced shallot 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 4 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped Directions: Steps

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Maine Shrimp & Lime Tacos

Recipe provided by Diane H. Schetky, Rockport 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled¼ cup lime juice2 teaspoons lime zest1 teaspoon cumin seeds4 drops Tabasco sauce4 tortillas1 avocado½ cup salsa¼ cup chopped cilantro Marinate shrimp in lime juice and zest for about 30 minutes. Toast cumin seeds in a dry skillet until they begin to pop, and

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Island Institute launches climate change program

The Island Institute has launched a program to assess the potential effects of climate change on Maine’s lobster fishery; and has recently released a report of the preliminary findings. It is difficult for climate scientists to distinguish the effects of climate change from the naturally occurring variability that characterizes climate in our region. Nevertheless, based

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