Mandating disclosure of phthalates would help consumers make safer choices for their families.
January 15, 2015
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Holder must stop foot-dragging on decision to charge Petraeus
It’s been more than two years since the decorated general was accused of providing classified material to his mistress.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Alan Caron: Still-groggy columnist in no hurry to emerge from hibernation
So he offers a few thoughts about the year ahead to ease his way into the conversation about serious things.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Obama administration disrespected good ally
During the recent attacks by Muslim terrorists in France, the lack of class exhibited by the Obama administration was not a true reflection of the American people. While we may disagree with the nation of France from time to time, we will always be grateful to that nation for giving us one of the greatest […]
Posted inNews
Letter to the editor: Drivers lack respect for funeral processions
On Monday, I was part of a funeral procession in Portland, and I was appalled at the ignorance and utter lack of respect on the part of some of the drivers we encountered in our procession. From Jones-Rich-Hutchins Funeral Home in Portland to St. Peter’s Church in Portland and from the church to Calvary Cemetery […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: All potential employers deserve to be considered
Regarding “Maine Voices: Plans for Century Tire space typify threats to Portland’s uniqueness” (Jan. 9), by Debra Tenenbaum: I find it puzzling that Ms. Tenenbaum would be so concerned about replacing urban blight that currently serves no useful purpose with business establishments that will not only provide job opportunities but also contribute to a more […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Governor could use a refresher course
As a recently retired professor of 28 years at Southern Maine Community College, I must respond to the article “LePage ‘looking to make a change’ in community college leadership” (Jan. 10). Gov. LePage’s lack of knowledge about how curriculum is developed and transferred from college to college was obvious in his blaming the system administrator […]
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Letter to the editor: No place for ideology in climate change debate
U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin, 2nd District, has voted in support of the Keystone XL pipeline, and U.S. Sen. Susan Collins has declared her intent to follow suit. This pipeline would open the door to a massive influx of tar sands oil from Alberta. The amount of oil potentially extractable from the bitumen-rich sandstone is truly […]
Posted inPolitics
In push for connected communities, Obama says Internet access is essential
The president backs repeal of laws that prevent towns from creating their own broadband networks.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth Police Beat: Jan. 16
Arrests 1/10 at 12:41 p.m. Samantha O’Brien, 32, of Munjoy Street, Portland, was arrested on Kettle Cove Road by Officer Ben Davis on a charge of operating with a suspended or revoked license. Summonses 1/10 A 17-year-old male, of South Portland, was issued a summons at an undisclosed location by Sgt. Kevin Kennedy on a […]