Many of them have a common problem: They are heavily dependent on selling goods overseas.
2019
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
John Hickenlooper plans to drop out of 2020 presidential race
The former Colorado governor has struggled with fundraising and low polling numbers.
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Arts Calendar: Aug. 15
In Bar Mills: Milltown Roadshow
Posted inThe Forecaster
Midcoast School Notebook: Aug. 16
New head of school named at Harpswell Coastal Academy Harpswell Coastal Academy Board of Directors has appointed Scott Barksdale as the new head of school, effective immediately. In related news, Carrie Branson has stepped down as executive director. “Scott brings to the job a solid background in teaching, restorative practices and school leadership, and a […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Looking Back: Aug. 15
Aug. 17, 1994 The S.D. Warren paper mill is masking the odors of its wastewater treatment plant in Westbrook with a flowery scent. The experiment began in early summer and appears to be helping, said Elizabeth Sisson of the mill’s public relations office. “We are well aware that people are unhappy with the odors. We’ve […]
Posted inJournal Tribune
Philadelphia gunman in custody after hourslong standoff
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A gunman who opened fire on police Wednesday as they were serving a drug warrant in Philadelphia, wounding six officers and triggering a standoff that extended into the night, is in police custody, authorities said. Philadelphia police Sgt. Eric Gripp said early Thursday morning that the man was taken into custody after […]
Posted inJournal Tribune
Wells Chamber of Commerce to host annual Chili-Fest
WELLS — The Wells Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its 19th Annual Chili-Fest from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019 at the Wells Junior High Campus on Route 1 in Wells. Kennebunk Savings is the Primary Event Sponsor. The “Maine State Cook-Off,” sanctioned by the International Chili Society, is among the last events available for “chiliheads” […]
Posted inJournal Tribune
David Shribman: The thing about turning points
WELLS, Maine — With almost no attention, and surely no grand commemoration, Maine this summer marked an important American anniversary that, despite its unheralded nature, provided one of the more vital, and less well-known, turning points in the nation’s history. It was 200 years ago this summer that, by a margin of 9,959 votes, residents of […]
Posted inJournal Tribune
‘The Side Chick Syndicate’ band on cusp of musical stardom
BIDDEFORD — On the cusp of a big breakthrough and musical stardom, Biddeford’s own electro-funky pop band The Side Chick Syndicate remains focused on performing original music that local residents do not typically hear with a heavy emphasis on Pop, Funk, Hip Hop, R&B and Electronic Dance styles. And after performing more than two dozen […]
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