App allows butterfly finders to contribute to conservation ORONO, Maine (AP) — Nature lovers who encounter fluttering butterflies might also be able to contribute to research about the colorful insects. Researchers at the University of Maine say residents can use a mobile app to provide details about areas where butterflies are likely to be found. […]
2019
Posted inForecaster Opinion
Superintendent’s Notebook: Proud to be part of caring, committed community
Portland shows its support for education by welcoming new students, enacting a new strategic plan.
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Posted inMaine, Nation & World, News
Real ID, real problems: States, including Maine, cope with changing rules, late rollouts
Technical glitches, delays and miscommunication are roiling the Real ID implementation in half a dozen states, including Maine.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Balentine is either clueless or insincere
Much of what John Balentine writes is laughable, but “Stop Talking About Race” – invoking as it does the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to make the case Democrats are driving current politics’ race baiting – might be a new low. Balantine cites “Trump’s lack of verbal skills” as an excuse for current discourse. […]
Posted inNation & World
Priest’s staff blames ‘racist’ dog for denying work at a church to a black housekeeper
The priest said his dog had had a bad experience with a black person so is aggressive toward strangers, especially African Americans. The Diocese of Memphis said no racial discrimination occurred.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Top CEOs say maximizing profits can no longer be companies’ primary goal
The Business Roundtable says business leaders should balance the needs of shareholders with customers, employees, suppliers and local communities.
Posted inTimes Record, Times Record Sports
Red-hot Devers helps Sox rally past Orioles
BOSTON — Standing in the middle of Boston’s clubhouse answering questions, a baby-faced Rafael Devers found himself immersed in Red Sox history. Devers went 4 for 5 with a homer, two doubles and four RBIs to reach 101 this season, and Boston rallied from an early six-run deficit for a 13-7 victory Sunday that completed a […]
Posted inTimes Record, Times Record Sports
Stidham rallies Patriots to 22-17 win over Titans
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Marcus Mariota jumped into the air and flipped over Patriots cornerback Duron Harmon into the end zone for a 2-point conversion. In a preseason game nearly eight months after the Titans quarterback couldn’t play in Tennessee’s regular-season finale because of nerve injuries. Mariota scored, then went to the bench for an earful from […]
Posted inTimes Record, Times Record Sports
Making it in ‘pro’ golf is a rough shot
When it comes to golf, Jack Wyman, 28, is a bit of a late bloomer. At Falmouth High, he was on the varsity team for four years and also competed in tennis and basketball. Then came a solid if unspectacular four-year career at Endicott College, an NCAA Division III program. It wasn’t until after Wyman […]
Posted inTimes Record, Times Record Sports
Red Sox LHP Sale goes on IL with left elbow inflammation
BOSTON — Red Sox ace left-hander Chris Sale was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday with left elbow inflammation, raising questions about whether he will pitch again this season. Team president Dave Dombrowski said Sale had an MRI and the team’s doctors said the results showed inflammation. “There’s going to be further evaluations,” Dombrowski said […]