The York-area chase, which occurred in the southbound lanes, led to an accident in the northbound lane that killed a Falmouth couple.
January 2021
Posted inAmerican Journal
High school team broadens audience for civil rights discussions
Virtual discussions have allowed the Civil Rights Team at Westbrook High School to share diverse perspectives on inclusivity and equity.
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Posted inMaine, News
Falmouth couple killed in turnpike crash
Geoffrey and Elizabeth Gattis’ car was hit from behind by a tractor-trailer Tuesday when traffic slowed following a police pursuit on the Maine Turnpike in York County.
Posted inAmerican Journal
City councilor elected to Maine Justice Foundation board
WESTBROOK — City Council Vice President Anna Turcotte has been elected to the Maine Justice Foundations Board of Directors. The Hallowell-based organization specializes in pro-bono civil legal aid to those in need. “I think this foundation recognizes that women and minorities all bring something to the table,” Turcotte said. “I am someone who understands the […]
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Community News
Transportation to food cupboard offered
Posted inNation & World, News
The Latest: Vaccines and masks: Biden plan aims to break pandemic cycle
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
Posted inKennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
Letters to the Editor
Reflecting on the meaning of democracy To the editor, E.B. White, Maine’s adopted son, in reply to a request from the Writers’ War Board during World War II asking for a statement on “The Meaning of Democracy” wrote: “It is the line that forms on the right. It is the don’t in don’t shove. It […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, Southern Forecaster
Youth group’s new leader: Members deserve ‘a way to be heard’
Bruce King, Maine Inside Out’s new Co-Executive Director, wants the organization’s members to express themselves and become leaders for the voiceless.
Posted inForecaster Opinion
Superintendent’s Notebook: Fingers crossed
The year 2020 is finally behind us. There were positive moments in 2020 that can provide us with seeds of hope for the coming year. Author Jodi Picoult said, “The human capacity for burden is like bamboo – far more flexible than you’d ever believe at first glance.” When we first thought the lockdown from […]
Posted inNation & World, Politics
In historic vote, House impeaches president for the second time, on a charge of inciting insurrection at Capitol
Ten Republicans joined their Democratic colleagues in passing the measure quickly on a vote of 232-197.