I have observed Jeanne Swanton over the last few years as she has presented and worked with the Portland Board of Public Education on a number of initiatives, including the school funding bond passed in 2017. She brings a passion for her work and her opinions, but is open to others and willing to engage […]
October 2018
Letter to the editor: These Scarborough school board candidates strive to be transparent
According to Ballotpedia: “Openness, accountability and honesty define government transparency. … It is at the heart of how citizens hold their public officials accountable.” A large group of candidates is vying for the open seats on the Scarborough Board of Education, but I can say with certainty that April Sither, Amy Glidden, Alicia Giftos, Nick […]
Letter to the editor: Swanton a tireless, passionate leader devoted to education in Portland
As the parent of a fourth-grader in the Portland Public Schools, and a longtime Portland resident, I urge you to vote for Jeanne Swanton for the Portland Board of Public Education (District 2). I’ve known Jeanne since 2012, and I continue to be impressed with her commitment to education, her ability to work with others […]
Maine Voices: Governor candidates lack strategies for reducing road fatalities
None seem to be moved by Maine’s dismal record on highway safety, especially when compared with the U.K.
Commentary: Democrats’ smear of Kavanaugh sank their Senate chances
Their treatment of Brett Kavanaugh wasn’t fair, just or right – and it backfired.
Like-new home offers versatility and plenty of space
An open-concept kitchen-dining-living room is among the highlights.
Hebert joins United Way of York County
KENNEBUNK — In running one of the most successful businesses in the world, Steve Jobs had a simple philosophy that the only way to do great work is to love what you do. Bearing that in mind, United Way of York County has welcomed Reegan Hebert to the nonprofit organization as community impact investment manager. In […]
Teen Game Tournament ongoing at Wells Library
Teen Game Tournament Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 1:30 p.m. 1434 Post Road, Wells Drop by the library on the last Wednesday of each month to participate in our ongoing gaming tournament. Each month, we have new competitive games for you to try your hand at – from retro board games to Wii marathons to our […]
Model Karlie Kloss marries Jared Kushner’s brother
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Supermodel Karlie Kloss has married businessman Joshua Kushner. Kloss posted a photo of her in a wedding dress and Kushner in a tuxedo — both of them beaming — on Instagram and Twitter Thursday night. People magazine reports the couple married at a small ceremony in upstate New York and will have a […]
Driving violations, shoplifting, more in Sanford Police news
SANFORD – The following people have been arrested or issued a summons by Sanford Police officers from Oct. 1 to Oct. 14: • Gabrielle J. Berthiaume, 28, Sanford, was issued a summons at 5:19 p.m. Oct. 1 charging he failed to register his vehicle for more than 150 days. • Franklin E. Ellison, 62, Springvale, […]
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