The 2010s produced remarkable athletes and teams across the state – along with memorable moments. Here are a dozen that stand out.
2019
Posted inMaine, News
The 2010s in Maine: A decade of enormous change
The 2010s brought ground-shifting change to Maine, from the State House to the state economy, from art museums to sports arenas. Here is a look at the decade in news, politics, business, arts and sports.
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‘This Is Happiness’ a tale of a tiny corner of Ireland left behind by the modern world
Niall Williams’ characters are the story, which is told through the eyes of 17-year-old transplant Noel Crowe.
Posted inCookbook Reviews, Food, Recipes
Put down that takeout menu; Chinese food is as near as your kitchen
In ‘Chinese Takeout Cookbook,’ Kwoklyn Wan instructs home cooks on how to make fast, tasty renditions of their favorite restaurant meals.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Deep Water: ‘Invitation to a New Year,’ by Richard Foerster
Maine poems edited and introduced by Megan Grumbling.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: At your next gathering, set a new, plant-based default
You’d be amazed at the difference it makes – both to people’s eating habits and the planet.
Posted inMaine, News
The decade in Maine news and politics
The 2010s were marked by major change in Maine. Same-sex marriage was legalized. So was recreational marijuana. Politics became more combative and divided, in no small thanks to former Gov. Paul LePage. The state’s coastal waters warmed rapidly toward an ecological catastrophe. Policymakers confronted an opioid epidemic that has threatened an entire generation. And the […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Both Democrats, Republicans guilty of childish tactics
Being a registered Democrat but an independent voter, I find both parties being childish! First, the Republicans in the House played the “This process is unfair” card! Now House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer are playing “We want it our way!” card! When will these elected officials grow up? The Democrats, […]
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Letter to the editor: Gorham connector plan at odds with Climate Council goals
A feasibility study has the right idea: Explore public transit, land-use planning and upgrades to existing roads.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: A Republican, not Democrats, causing obstruction in Washington
Re: “Letter to the editor: Democrats are causing Washington obstruction,” by Catherine Ferrell (Dec. 17, Page A4): It is not the Democrats who are obstructing work in Washington. It is the Republicans. And more than that, one Republican in particular: Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Republican of Kentucky. The Democratic-led House of Representative has passed […]