The Old Orchard Beach resident was passionate about politics and wanting to make the world a better place for all people.
January 2021
Man pleads guilty in conspiracy to kidnap Michigan governor
Ty Garbin’s testimony could strengthen the government’s case against five co-defendants and back up evidence collected by informants and undercover agents.
Proud Boys leader was government informant, records show
Henry ‘Enrique’ Tarrio, who was arrested in Washington shortly before the Capitol riot, helped law enforcement in a variety of investigations nearly a decade ago.
Bernie Sanders’ mittens, memes help raise $1.8 million for charity in Vermont
Sanders put the first ‘Chairman Sanders’ merchandise on his campaign website and the first run sold out in less than 30 minutes, he said.
Counselors from agency that praised Black Lives Matter barred from Hancock County Jail
Hancock County Sheriff Scott Kane canceled the group’s contract last summer and defended his decision when questioned this week.
‘We can’t wait any longer’ to address climate crisis, Biden says in signing orders
The president signs executive orders to transform the nation’s heavily fossil-fuel powered economy into a clean-burning one.
New Gloucester selectman speaks out as recall effort continues
In a guest column in the Lakes Region Weekly, George Colby says he won’t apologize for a comment that wasn’t racist to begin with.
Vermont Sen. Leahy, presiding over impeachment trial, has reputation for fairness
The Democrat beginning his 47th year in the U.S. Senate ‘takes the issue of the law and justice very, very seriously,’ said Sen. Bernie Sanders, a fellow Vermonter.
Baby panda makes debut – online – at National Zoo
Animal keeper Marty Dearie introduced a pre-taped tour of the panda habitat followed by a few moments with the main attraction: Xiao Qi Ji.
Bath water treatment project set to wrap up two months behind schedule, but under budget
Rates will not increase for customers, said Trevor Hunt, superintendent of the Bath water district.