SANFORD — Carol Phyllis Smart, 82, of Sanford, passed away early Thursday morning on Oct. 11, 2018, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough. She was born in Biddeford on Aug. 26, 1936, a daughter of Bryce and Emelia (Collette) Bartlett. She graduated from Old Orchard Beach High School, Class of 1954. Carol owned and operated […]
October 2018
Delia M. LeSieur
SACO — Delia Marie LeSieur, 88 of Saco, passed away on Oct. 11, 2018 at Bridges by Epoch in Nashua, New Hampshire. She was born in Daigle, Maine, on Feb. 8, 1930, the daughter of the late Alcide and Emma Daigle. She thoroughly enjoyed her lifelong career in nursing and was employed for many years […]
No surprise, the West title still runs through the Warriors
Golden State coach Steve Kerr is a happy man these days. He’s got a new contract. He’s got his son Nick, who was helping out in San Antonio, working in the Warriors’ video room now. He’s leading a team that has won three of the last four NBA championships and is the overwhelming favorite to […]
Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius needs Tommy John surgery
NEW YORK — Yankees star shortstop Didi Gregorius needs Tommy John surgery on his right elbow after injuring himself making a throw in Boston during the AL Division Series, and there’s no telling exactly when he’ll be able to play again. General manager Brian Cashman said Friday that Gregorius will be out “until sometime next […]
Maine Voices: History, recent and past, shows high court’s power over rights
The Supreme Court’s decisions are crucial to democracy, so its membership shouldn’t be underestimated.
Letter to the editor: As governor, Janet Mills will protect Maine arts, culture
Maine’s upcoming bicentennial will showcase our state’s unique cultural heritage to the world. Ever since Maine became a state in 1820, the arts have been a central part of our economy. Today, Maine arts are thriving, generating over $150 million a year in economic activity and supporting more than 4,000 jobs. I am supporting Democrat […]
Letter to the editor: Clean Election candidate Crystal Canney right choice for Portland Senate seat
Unfortunately, not many politicians are devoted to the principle of altruism. Crystal Canney is a rare candidate, an independent and a Clean Election candidate with the background to be an effective political leader for Portland’s District 27 Maine Senate seat. From her roots in northern Maine to a career as an investigative journalist, political campaign […]
Letter to the editor: Strong record in Maine Senate speaks for Ben Chipman
I will be voting in November to re-elect Democrat Ben Chipman to represent Portland as state senator in District 27. Ben has been a leader for Portland throughout his first term in the Maine Senate. He has fought for a woman’s right to choose, supported increases to Maine’s minimum wage, helped pass and fund Medicaid […]
Letter to the editor: Ben Chipman’s a leader worth re-electing to Maine Senate
I am writing to share my support for re-electing Democrat Ben Chipman to the Maine Senate. Ben has been a strong progressive champion for the people of Portland while in the Legislature. He’s been a leader on protecting the environment, supporting a woman’s right to make her own reproductive decisions and securing funding for our […]
Letter to the editor: Mike Foley ready to serve Westbrook again
The city needs experienced leaders who can hit the ground running.
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