I am responding to the Aug. 9 letter to the editor by Alan J. Levenson, in which he criticizes Rep. Chellie Pingree for her opposition to H.Res. 246, a resolution that condemns American citizens for supporting Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions, a worldwide, nonviolent movement to hold Israel accountable for its racist, oppressive and oftentimes-violent treatment […]
2019
Posted inJournal Tribune
Trump rule change on public benefits sows ‘fear and confusion’ among Maine immigrants
A new rule by the Trump administration that will narrow the pathway to citizenship for many immigrants was causing “fear and confusion” in Maine, according to those who work with immigrants and refugees here. The rule, which was announced Monday, would count more types of public benefits towards consideration of whether immigrants seeking permanent residency and […]
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Maine will disburse $3 million for fuel-efficient vehicles
Maine plans to award $3 million to public agencies and private companies to replace old diesel engines with cleaner-running versions. Funding for the competitive grants comes from Maine’s portion of a $14.7 billion multi-state deal with Volkswagen to settle charges it designed diesel engines to cheat emissions tests. Maine received $21 million in all from the Volkswagen […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Lagging Maine standardized test results are the real threat
High school students’ subpar scores bode poorly for their academic futures and the state’s ability to provide a qualified workforce.
Posted inTimes Record, Times Record Obituaries
Edward Joseph Cardali
BRUNSWICK – Edward Joseph Cardali, 86, of Brunswick, passed away on Sunday Aug. 4, 2019 from complications. Ed died peacefully in his sleep. Born in Flushing, N.Y. on Sept. 2, 1932, a son of Gladys E. (Wynn) Groel and Salvatore A. Cardali. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 65 years, Dorothy Bernadette Chonko Cardali […]
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Village Idiot: Funaholics, Not Workaholics
Before they were world-famous, or even Great Britain-famous, the Beatles would play three or four shows a day at several different venues. If you’ve ever been in a band, you know what that means. It means breaking down the equipment; hauling it into a crowded, food wrapper-filled van that breaks down more than it runs […]
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CBS, Viacom to reunite as media giants bulk up for streaming
NEW YORK (AP) — The newly combined ViacomCBS will invest in more movies and TV shows and try to sell more advertising as it seeks to become a bigger player in the growing business of streaming video. Yet the bigger company still might not be big enough to be competitive, as larger rival Disney launches […]
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Area resident’s research showcased at Bates College’s Mount David Summit
LEWISTON — Bates College students presented research at the 18th Mount David Summit and among that group were several area residents. The annual celebration of academic achievement highlights undergraduate research; student creative work in art, dance, theater, music and film/video; projects conducted in the context of academic courses; and community-engaged research. Among student presenting research are: • […]
Posted inForecaster Opinion
Over Easy: Life without Mad
There’s still plenty to worry about; there just won’t be Alfred E. Neuman to satirize it.
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