There’s nothing wrong with Maine’s referendum process. The same can’t be said for the idiots trying to change it. For more than a century, the state Constitution has permitted ordinary citizens to initiate legislation by collecting signatures equal to at least 10 percent of those who cast ballots in the most recent gubernatorial election. That […]
2017
Posted inAmerican Journal
Merchants hope Halloween a treat for them, too
WESTBROOK — The return of Halloween on Main Street has most business owners excited despite lukewarm reactions from event and city leaders who are concerned about traffic. The event, which is hosted by the Westbrook/Gorham Community Chamber of Commerce, will take place Friday, Oct. 27, from 4:30-6 p.m. Main Street will be closed between Spring and […]
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Here's Something: World Series here to rescue protest-weary football fans
Nearly everyone either is or knows a rabid football fan. You know the type: They own a jacket, bedspread, winter hat and umbrella featuring the logo of their favorite NFL team. But with the growing fad of players taking a knee during the national anthem prior to a game, things aren’t looking so rosy. Many […]
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Here's Something: World Series here to rescue protest-weary football fans
Nearly everyone either is or knows a rabid football fan. You know the type: They own a jacket, bedspread, winter hat and umbrella featuring the logo of their favorite NFL team. But with the growing fad of players taking a knee during the national anthem prior to a game, things aren’t looking so rosy. Many […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Sebago Brewing project on track, newcomer on tap
Lone Pine Brewing Company of Portland is expanding to this Sebago Brewing Company facility in Gorham Industrial Park. A new Sebago Brewing facility is under construction on lower Main Street (Route 25). The new $5.5 million Sebago Brewing Company facility is under construction in Gorham. GORHAM — With its new facility on track to be […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Letter: Don't be fooled again by Qeustion 2
Again some “out-of- staters” are messing with Maine’s economy – and our minds – by pushing another Medicaid expansion referendum question, or Question 2 on the ballot. Medicaid – called MaineCare – is for our very poor seniors, pregnant women, poor parents, children and the disabled. This out-of-state group wishes to expand the program to cover able-bodied […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Letter: Don't be fooled again by Qeustion 2
Again some “out-of- staters” are messing with Maine’s economy – and our minds – by pushing another Medicaid expansion referendum question, or Question 2 on the ballot. Medicaid – called MaineCare – is for our very poor seniors, pregnant women, poor parents, children and the disabled. This out-of-state group wishes to expand the program to cover able-bodied […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Southern Forecaster
Portland Ballet brings ‘Giselle’ to WPAC stage
WESTBROOK — The Portland Ballet is scheduled to hold two performances of “Giselle” in Westbrook this weekend. The ballet, which is one of the oldest continually performed ballets according to the American Ballet Theatre, will be performed Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. The performances will take place at the Westbrook […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Hurricane rescue dogs ready for adoption next week
WESTBROOK — The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland has taken in animals affected by hurricanes in Puerto Rico, but shelter officials want prospective owners to know that all of its animals are in equal need of adoption. The ARLGP took in 26 pets – one cat and 25 dogs – on Oct. 11 from its Puerto Rico-based […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Hurricane rescue dogs ready for adoption next week
WESTBROOK — The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland has taken in animals affected by hurricanes in Puerto Rico, but shelter officials want prospective owners to know that all of its animals are in equal need of adoption. The ARLGP took in 26 pets – one cat and 25 dogs – on Oct. 11 from its Puerto Rico-based […]