2014
Boost Business by Raising Minimum Wage
As a restaurant owner operating in four states and looking to expand, I’m happy to see the minimum wage going up in 21 states to kick off the new year. I’d like to see the federal minimum wage increase as well, to benefit business and our economy nationwide. Last spring, my business partner, Frank Uible, […]
Marching in Quicksand
Almost everyone by now is aware of the numerous shootings by police that have occurred in the U. S. More recently, we’ve learned about police that have been killed. I will attempt to express some thoughts about enormous societal problems in a very brief commentary. We know by now of the numerous countries that are […]
A New Beginning in 2015
We’re about to close the door on year 2014 and open the door on year 2015. Many, many veterans and their survivors have benefitted. Thanks for allowing us to reach out to our veterans and their families with this weekly column. Thanks, also, to all those who provided information used to inform our veterans and […]
CALENDAR
TUE/30 BLOOD DRIVE RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE AT MAINE MARITIME MUSEUM, 10a.m. to 3p.m., Maine Maritime Museum, Long Reach Hall. First 30 donors will receive $10 Gift of Bath certificates. All donors will receive a free pass to the museum, 20% off in the museum store, a Red Cross tshirt and a Subway gift certificate. […]
Dear Abby
DEAR ABBY: I’m a single mom. My child’s father has refused to take any responsibility since before the baby was born. I never cut ties because I’m sure my son will someday long for and want to know his real father. Even though he renounced his responsibility, he took it back and said he’d try […]
