Leonard Bernstein was the most important classical musician in American history. Over the course of this program year, the Portland Symphony Orchestra will mark the centennial of his birth and celebrate his musical contributions and creations. The observance begins this Sunday with a concert that features Bernstein’s “Jeremiah.” Guest mezzo-soprano Stephanie Foley Davis will sing […]
2017
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Trump nominee for drug czar under fire for pushing drug industry bill
An investigation by the Washington Post and ’60 Minutes’ reveals that Republican Rep. Tom Marino of Pennsylvania was the chief advocate of a law that has hobbled the DEA.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Legal marijuana leads to less opiate use in Colorado, study finds
Opiate-related deaths were down 6 percent in the state after legalization.
Posted inForecaster Opinion, The Forecaster
Letter: Delogu undervalues benefits of casino
I would like to shed light on a few points surrounding the Progress for Maine campaign “Yes on Question 1,” in response to Orlando Delogu’s column last week. Delogu is right; the entrepreneurs behind the York County gaming initiative are not from Maine. As a matter of fact, there are no Maine-based gaming companies. Yet […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Lobsterman accused of manslaughter in boat sinking asks court to throw out blood test
An attorney for Christopher Hutchinson says his client did not consent to the test, which indicated he was on drugs during the accident that left 2 crewmen dead.
Posted inForecaster Sports, The Forecaster
October drama at a fever pitch-Portland edition
Portland’s Tyler Lemay plays the ball during last week’s 1-0 loss at Scarborough. Deering goalkeeper Gianna Charest dives on the ball before Portland’s Isabella More can reach it during Saturday morning’s showdown. Charest made 11 saves and the teams settled for a 0-0 tie. Deering’s Avery Donovan goes up for a kill as Maddy Broda […]
Posted inForecaster Opinion, The Forecaster
Letter: Cumberland land decision shouldn't be rushed
The Cumberland Town Council is moving forward with the idea of developing the town-owned land adjacent to the Town Forest. The town has received proposals and will be voting on a developer at their meeting on Monday, Oct. 23. Two days later, on Oct. 25, the community is invited to weigh in on their thoughts […]
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Lawmakers take another stab at implementing ranked-choice voting
The new voting system will apply to the June 2018 primaries, but a legislative committee is looking at ways to amend the system to resolve constitutional concerns.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Lawyers spar over phone recording in review of Sanborn murder conviction
But the answering machine tape, purported to involve the murder victim and her pimp, is not allowed into evidence because a retired Portland police detective was unable to authenticate it.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland psychiatrist draws 30-day license suspension
PORTLAND — Dsychiatrist Dr. Reinaldo de los Heros has had his license to practice suspended for 30 days beginning Oct. 10. The suspension, announced Oct. 11 in a Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine press release, is the third time de los Heros has been sanctioned in Maine since receiving a conditional license to practice in 2006, according […]