Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Now that Thanksgiving is out of the way, Christmas is in full swing, and if you still put up a real Christmas tree, it's time to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Eastern hemlock and balsam fir trees laden with snow in North Berwick, Maine. We had our first winter snow storm this past weekend ...

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Many of us are getting ready to pick out a Christmas tree, and if you’re anything like me you’ll be looking for a balsam fir (Abies balsamea). This tree has been used at Christmas for more than 400 ...

When it comes to choosing and decorating live Christmas trees, balsam fir ranks as the state’s favorite. Thank that fresh, piney scent replicated in candles, soaps, lotions and air fresheners this ...