What’s with Mitt Romney, the newly minted Republican senator from the great red state of Utah? Mitt hadn’t even been sworn in yet and he put his name on a New Year’s Day op-ed column in the Washington Post bearing the headline “Mitt Romney: The president shapes the public character of the nation. Trump’s character […]
2019
Bath aims for Green Street rehab in 2019
BATH — Rehabilitation of Green Street this year is likely to include new pavement, a rebuilt sidewalk and reconfigured utility poles. Nearly 30 people attended a Dec. 13 meeting on the project’s preliminary plan. Public Works Director Lee Leiner said the response was generally positive. “Clearly people have been waiting for the city to take […]
Education nominee Brunswick’s Pender Makin: ‘Government should stay out of the classroom’
BRUNSWICK — The November Saturday morning after Janet Mills won the gubernatorial election, Pender Makin sat in bed with her computer, sipping some coffee and preparing to compose a letter to whoever would be the next commissioner of the state Department of Education. “I was on the one hand so filled with hope for a much […]
Chargers hold off Jackson, Ravens 23-17 in playoff opener
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers kept Lamar Jackson grounded, and by the time the rookie got the passing game going it was too late for the Baltimore Ravens. Michael Badgley kicked five field goals, and Los Angeles harassed and hounded Jackson during a 23-17 victory Sunday in the opening round of the NFL […]
That Moment: With a husky as their witness, a couple makes a commitment
A dog-sledding adventure in New Hampshire turns into the start of a new chapter in their lives.
Women stand out among Mills’ Cabinet picks
Of the 13 individuals nominated to serve as commissioners of state agencies, seven are women.
South Portland forming municipal coalition to back pro-solar legislation, energy-saving construction
The coalition would push for an overhaul of ‘outdated energy policies at the state level that have not kept pace with progress’ when it comes to practices that reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.
Taxpayer cost of LePage’s stay at Trump hotel to finally be released?
It’s one of several public records requests that the former governor failed to fulfill before leaving office. His successor is expected to address them promptly.
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