The virus continues to pop up in countries that were previously free of the disease, where civil war or unrest complicate efforts to contain it.
May 2014
Posted inCoastal Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
The Universal Notebook: Will Cutler be a hero or a goat?
Like the majority of Maine voters, I do not believe that Gov. Paul LePage deserves a second term. The combination of his boorish personality and blame-the-victims policies raises both my hackles and my blood pressure. I am embarrassed to think that Mainers were stupid enough to elect such a bully in the first place, and […]
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Maine considers rule change for processing lobster
The change would allow certain processors to hold one less license.
Posted inCapitol Ticker
Liberal activist group apologizes to disabled lawmaker for offensive mailer
The Maine People’s Alliance, a liberal activist group that helps elect Democrats, was forced to apologize last weekend for a mailer that targeted Republican state lawmakers who voted against Medicaid expansion. Among the lawmakers criticized by the mailer, which accused them of having “no spine,” was Rep. Dale Crafts of Lisbon Falls, who uses a […]
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Short Relief: Maine GOP platform has Core breakdown
Last month, I attended my party’s biannual convention at the new Cross Insurance Center in Bangor. It was a relatively harmonious affair. Chairman Rick Bennett, Republican National Committee Co-Chairwoman Sharon Day from Florida, and Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul all emphasized the importance of welcoming into the party all types of Americans, accepting that we will […]
Posted inNation & World, News
Divided Supreme Court OKs prayer at local council meetings
Justice Anthony Kennedy, writing for the majority, said such prayers are ceremonial and in keeping with the nation’s traditions.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland reopens streets after underground gas leak is repaired
Three buildings were evacuated in the Marginal Way area Monday morning.
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Abby's Road: How to win the war on welfare
You say that you will not tolerate the abuse of welfare benefits. What do you say to the elderly couple that agrees with you? The husband-and-wife team worked for decades at jobs they could do, and set aside savings they thought they could rely on. Now, they need help they cannot find. Their Social Security […]
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Dunkin’ Donuts readies to do battle in Europe
With a menu that includes Euro-centric products like porridge, curry doughnuts and pastrami croissants, the chain hopes customers respond to ‘our basic offer of speed and value and fun.’
Posted inForecaster Opinion, Northern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Business owner backs Breen for state Senate
As a Maine business owner, I have experienced the benefits of industry and politics coming together to make the best decision for Maine business and Maine people. I support Cathy Breen for state senator in District 25 because Cathy understands this and she has the fortitude to stand up for what is the best rather […]