During the insurrection at the Capitol, an invader lowered the American flag and hauled up a Trump banner. That action embodied the crisis of American politics. Three major political forces now exist: the Trumpers, the Republicans and the Democrats. They are now openly engaged in a conflict for control of the country. Though Trumpers proclaim […]
January 2021
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Scarborough Lions to hold food drive
On Saturday, Jan. 24 and Sunday, Jan. 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Scarborough Lions Club will be holding a no contact, drive-thru food drive at the Lions Club at 273 Gorham Road in Scarborough. The club will be collecting canned soups and chowders and instant soups as well as dehydrated soup mixes […]
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Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Commentary: Biden plans to fight climate change in a way no U.S. president has done before
Joe Biden is preparing to deal with climate change in a way no U.S. president has done before – by mobilizing his entire administration to take on the challenge from every angle in a strategic, integrated way. The strategy is evident in the people Biden has chosen for his Cabinet and senior leadership roles: Most […]
Posted inAuto
On the Road Reviews: Ten favorite vehicles of 2020
To be clear, our reviewer says these are not the “best” vehicles, but the ones he had the most fun driving.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Declutter, destress — the right way
With the new year comes a press of the “reset” button. Start by tackling the clutter at home, and the clean streak may spark some goal-getting in other areas of your life, too. But before you go hauling everything to the garbage bin, here are some tips for starting anew with a clear environmental conscience. […]
Posted inBill Nemitz, Maine, Op-eds, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Long in the making, a moment of truth for Susan Collins
Beyond the latest impeachment, the Republican legacy of Maine’s senior senator hangs in the balance.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Police radio traffic provides details of intense, high-speed chase that led to 2 fatalities
The recording reveals that the driver of a pickup truck tossed power tools, trash and even a handgun out his window at police as he fled at speeds up to 110 mph.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Jonathan Crimmins: Going parking
One of my all-time favorite quotes comes from noted American philosopher, Lawrence Berra. You might recognize him better as Yogi Berra, the Hall of Famer. Berra once quipped, “It’s déjà vu all over again”. While this quote can and has taken on many meanings over the years it was perfect for what happened in Brunswick […]
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
David Treadwell: The end of an error
Is anyone really surprised? Is anyone surprised that President Trump’s rabid cult members stormed the Capitol to prevent Congress from accepting the results of the electoral college? Trump has been firing up his supporters ever since the November election, falsely claiming that it was fixed. Shortly before that invasion, Trump told them, “We’re going to […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Maine has contributed to the chaos in Washington
The presidential election in Maine was closer than it should have been. Many think that, but for COVID-19, Donald Trump would have won in a landslide. In the U.S. and in Maine we have so prioritized the economy over all else that it has allowed us to dismiss or minimize the autocratic behavior and tendencies […]