October in Maine means leaves collecting in the driveway, pumpkins on the front steps, and that familiar debate about whether it’s time to turn on the heat. From a small ranch tucked into the woods to an old farmhouse along a country road, home feels especially welcoming this time of year.
Before the leaf rake gets traded for a snow shovel, we’re making room for a little seasonal fun. Here are some Halloween safety reminders, a family pumpkin project, a homemade dessert, and a look at Maine’s fall real estate market.