NEW YORK — How long should a sermon be? The major branches of Christianity in the U.S. have sharply different traditions, with sermons at historically black Protestant churches lasting — on average – nearly four times as long as Roman Catholic sermons. That’s among the findings of an analysis by the Pew Research Center — billed as […]
2019
Posted inTimes Record
Bishop recognizes winners of annual Christmas card contest
PORTLAND — Bishop Robert P. Deeley welcomed the winners of the diocese’s annual Christmas card art contest to the diocesan offices in Portland on Dec. 16. The winners, joined by their families, had dinner with the bishop in Portland. All Catholic school and faith formation students throughout the diocese were invited to participate in the […]
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Inside Bridgton: Dec. 20
Things are slowing down heading into the holidays. I hope all the readers out there have happy, safe celebrations and time to relax and enjoy family and friends during the festivities. May all your days be merry and bright! Rotarians donate winter clothes Bridgton-Lake Region Rotarians recently brought much needed winter boots, jackets and ski […]
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Bath offering up to $300K in matching grants for building facade improvements
The funds, which come from a tax increment financing district and not taxes, will be available in the next 3 years.
Posted inMaine
Victims injured in head-on crash in Norridgewock in critical condition
LifeFlight was called to fly the victims of the crash from Redington-Fairview Hospital in Skowhegan to Portland and Bangor hospitals for treatment of multiple serious injuries.
Posted inTimes Record
Blood donation opportunities available
The following blood donation opportunities are available at the following local communities: Bath Dec. 27, 1-6 p.m., Regional Career & Technical Center, Morse High School, 826 High St.; Jan. 7, noon to 6 p.m., YMCA, 303 Centre St. Bowdoin Jan. 6, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., FHC Inc., 1201 Main St. Brunswick Dec. 24, […]
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Dispensary operator named to state cannabis board
Josh Quint, director of operations for the Biddeford-based medical marijuana firm Canuvo, will become the first grower to serve on the 15-member panel.
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WinterKids will benefit from Carnaval Maine ticket sales
The nonprofit that encourages kids to get outdoors during the winter could receive up to $20,000, depending on ticket sales through Saturday, the first day of winter.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Rotary members: A holistic approach to “WASH” in Cambodia
Through WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene) projects, Rotary Clubs throughout the world seek to assist those living without basic water or sanitation.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Boeing capsule goes off course, won’t dock at space station
The first test flight was a crucial dress rehearsal for next year’s inaugural launch with astronauts.