There has been some talk and media coverage lately concerning the sharp increases in our electric bills. I have been paying Central Maine Power bills for 52 years, and whenever their rate goes up they always have an excuse for it. I keep a careful watch on my electricity consumption and I keep track of […]
2018
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Hard work, not freebies, is ticket to success for immigrants
A Portland resident did an admirable thing in helping to get bus passes for 156 language students, but it would have been better if they fended for themselves.
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Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Athletes of the Week: March 2, 2018
Cheverus skier Annesley Black and Westbrook basketball player Zac Manoogian earn this week’s honors.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Girls’ basketball: Lake Region success fueled by family bond
Coach Paul True and his daughter, Chandler, lead the Lakers into the Class B state title game against Winslow.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: U.S. election security should be top priority
Hackers could wreak havoc by getting into state systems if we don’t take action now.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Boys’ basketball: Resilient Scarborough seeks first state title
The Red Storm meet Edward Little for the Class AA championship on Friday.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Maine, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Gov. LePage, of all people, has no excuse for ignoring child abuse
The governor is cutting funds for programs that aim to prevent the very kinds of abuse that he says he suffered at the hands of his father.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: United States’ shadow economy has hidden impact on crime
Efforts to reduce crime by improving the legitimate economy won’t be effective if underground activities are ignored.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Onset of adulthood unclear, but it’s certain those 18-20 have right to own a gun
The push to prevent the Second Amendment from applying to youths until they turn 21 must be rejected.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Time to protect public workers from unions’ coercion
The Supreme Court has the power to put an end to the unconstitutional mandate of union dues.