Long ago, in Mexico and Central America, in the Pacific Islands, in Arctic Greenland, humans ventured into the forest, cut down trees – for lumber, for fuel, to clear farmland – and continued cutting down trees until the forests were wounded beyond remedy. Deforestation causes soil erosion, drought, the extinction of animal and plant species, […]
January 2021
Posted inThe Forecaster
School Notebook: Jan. 27
Black students matter Free guide to LGBTQ+ inclusive programming OUT Maine has released a free guide, “Best practices for LGBTQ+ inclusive youth programming,” to provide a road map with concrete action steps for ensuring inclusive and welcoming programming for LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning) youth. It also serves as a training resource […]
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From the Chamber: 2021 Business Outlook: Helping businesses avoid dual planning
This is Part III in a four-part series where we’re previewing the important business aspects that we’ll need to focus on in the year ahead. The goal is to help our citizens understand where our businesses are at, and let them know how we can help them thrive in 2021. In Part I, we looked […]
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Corrections officers begin getting vaccine, and advocates say inmates should as well
The congregate setting puts incarcerated people at high risk and correctional facilities across the country have been hotspots for COVID-19 outbreaks, including Maine’s two largest at a single site.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Collins: $200M on the way to help loggers facing COVID-19 economic crisis
Throughout Maine’s history, our forest products industry has supported good-paying jobs, driven local economies, and strengthened rural communities. This industry is built on the backs of our dedicated loggers, who sustainably harvest and haul one of Maine’s most significant resources. Loggers were already facing significant headwinds due to a changing 21st Century economy and unfair […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Maine Capitol Police chief has forfeited public’s trust
Recently Maine Capitol Police Chief Russell Gauvin posted on social media that the recent presidential election was fraudulent and that mask-wearing during the pandemic was simply the government trying to control people, along with other weird right-wing conspiracy theories. While we have the right to free speech, officials in powerful governmental positions should not undermine […]
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Letter: Mid Coast has a good vaccine clinic going
How great to be a patient in the Midcoast Medical Group! Although we hear stories about disorganization in vaccine distribution all over the country, our group informed us that we would be hearing via email when the COVID-19 vaccine became available. Last week, as a septuagenarian, I received an email and easily scheduled an appointment. […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
People & Business: Jan. 27
Transitions Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) CEO Bruce Wagner recently announced his intention to retire Feb. 5. He will be replaced on an interim basis by FAME’s Chief Risk Officer Carlos Mello. Over his seven-year tenure, Wagner’s contributions included leading FAME through two strategic planning exercises, a focused approach to taking on financial risk for […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: The Holocaust and the destructive power of hate
Good people cannot stay silent in the face of fear and prejudice.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Keep ICE center out of Scarborough
Immigrations and Customs Enforcement’s silence about its plans for an unmarked holding center is typical of an agency that operates on the basis of fear.