Benjamin Franklin was a wise and pragmatic man. His works and influence remain valid long after his passing. For instance, his adage, “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” As the year-end approaches, many are taking steps to minimize their current and future tax obligations. One strategy, for […]
October 2018
Posted inNation & World, News
Michael, strongest hurricane to hit U.S. mainland since 1969, tears across Southeast
The Category 4 storm made landfall near Mexico Beach, Fla., with 155 mph winds and maintained its intensity as it blew into Georgia.
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Democrat Kessler, Republican Walter clash in House District 32
SOUTH PORTLAND — A Republican who became the face of an embattled Cape Elizabeth gun club and a Democrat who has championed renters’ rights are seeking the open seat in House District 32. Democrat Christopher Kessler and Republican Tammy Walter are vying to fill the seat vacated by Rep. Scott Hamann, D-South Portland, who did […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Cumberland Police Beat: Oct. 11
Arrests 9/27 at 5:49 p.m. Patricia Boutot, 47, of Turnberry Drive, was arrested by Officer Matthew Merriman on Turnberry Road on a charge of neglect. 9/27 at 10:19 p.m. Dustin Hughes, 28, of Pleasant Street, Mechanic Falls, was arrested on a warrant by Officer Benjamin Burnes on Gray Road. 9/28 at 11:26 a.m. Genaro Harris, […]
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Cycle or not, Boston’s Brock Holt takes a seat
Lineup moves by Red Sox manager Alex Cora turn out splendidly in Game 4 victory.
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
White-knuckle finish for Red Sox closer Craig Kimbrel
Gary Sanchez came oh-so-close to hitting a grand slam in the ninth inning, but Boston hangs on for the series clincher.
Posted inForecaster Sports, The Forecaster
Golf state match ushers in October excitement-Southern edition
It was that kind of day Saturday for Scarborough’s football team, as Connor Oliver couldn’t quite reach this pass in the Red Storm’s 35-13 loss at Thornton Academy, in a battle of unbeatens. Scarborough goalkeeper Nathan Taggart punches the ball away from a Falmouth attacker during the Red Storm’s 2-0 home loss Monday. Cape Elizabeth’s […]
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture, Maine
Summer concerts may move from Maine State Pier to Westbrook next year
Developers of the Rock Row project have plans that include an outdoor amphitheater. If it’s approved, two promoters have said they will move their shows from Portland’s waterfront to Westbrook.
Posted inForecaster Sports, Lakes Region Weekly, Southern Forecaster
Volleyball: Windham quiets the Riots in straight sets.
SOUTH PORTLAND—Meghan Harmon logged 10 kills to lead the Eagles in a straight-sets defeat of South Portland on Saturday morning, Oct. 6. Windham trailed only a couple times – at the start of the second and third sets – en route to the W over the Riots. “This one was really important for us,” Windham […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Judge acquits Brunswick man accused of firing at officer in fatal shootout
Justice Michaela Murphy finds a lack of evidence that Scott Bubar tried to kill the officer during the confrontation in Belgrade in which his father was killed.