The Portland Board of Education unanimously recommends that voters support Question 2.
November 2016
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Charles Lawton: Maine needs a major educational investment that addresses new realities
The loss of traditional sources of employment and other changes call for a bold, fresh approach.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Jettison bond issue in favor of pay-as-you-go system
Increasing the gas tax is a sensible method of paying to improve our state’s roads and bridges.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Pingree our choice for 1st Congressional District
Her deep connections to a diverse district make her the right choice for another term in Congress.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Higher tax rate in Question 2 may deter talent in competitive fields
If we make the wealthiest pay more in Maine, professionals such as doctors may look elsewhere to start careers.
Posted inPolitics
Report: Trump used dubious tax avoidance scheme in 1990s
The New York Times says it has documents showing that Donald Trump essentially traded debt relief for nearly worthless ‘partnership equity’ in the 1990s to avoid tax liability.
Posted inForecaster Sports, The Forecaster
Thirty-nine years in the making…Gorham boys eliminate Scarborough
Scarborough senior Justin Perry tries to head the ball away from Gorham senior goalkeeper Alex York during the teams’ Class A South semifinal Monday night. The Rams eliminated the Red Storm, 3-1, to set up a regional final showdown versus Portland Wednesday. Mike Strout photos. More photos below. GORHAM—Scarborough had more opportunities, but Gorham found […]
Posted inPolitics
Trump goes on attack over emails, while Clinton faults FBI
National polls show a tightening race as the candidates enter the final week of the campaign.
Posted inTimes Record
Absentee voting climbs in Midcoast
BRUNSWICK The town of Brunswick is prepared for a big turnout on Election Day, but Town Clerk Fran Smith said that around 5,500 people have already voted. “We’ve had a lot more absentee ballots this year than past elections,” said Smith. Smith attributed the high number of absentee ballots to the fact that many people […]