The recent dust-up regarding Chief Russell Gauvin’s ability to lead the Maine Capitol Police in an objective manner rightfully has stirred some public concern. There is his right to express his views, and a citizen’s right to protection, under the same Constitution, if citizens are protesting something Chief Gauvin doesn’t agree to. He could have […]
January 2021
The Wrap: A gluten-free brewery, fire pits with s’mores, and Valentine’s Day fare
Also, the first season of ‘The Lost Kitchen,’ which chronicles the restaurant in Freedom, is now streaming online.
Next step for Maine’s climate goals: Proposed laws to make them reality
Dozens of ideas being promoted by lawmakers this year represent the next phase of state government’s aggressive effort to address a rapidly changing climate.
Maine Voices: Ending hunger in Maine by decade’s end is still within our reach
Working with elected officials and philanthropic groups, we must invest in strategies that provide not only short-term relief but also long-term solutions.
Commentary: Celebrating school choice in Maine amid the pandemic
Families’ education struggles are made tougher by state caps on the number of public charter schools and enrollment in virtual charters.
Commentary: Biden could curb right-wing extremism by ending the U.S. ‘forever war’
America’s endless wars have helped fuel a new generation of alienated veterans – some of whom join extremist movements. Biden must curb U.S. militarism.
Obituary: Louis B. “Louie” Maietta Jr.
SOUTH PORTLAND – Louis B. “Louie” Maietta Jr., 64, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021.
He was …
Obituary: Alice Theresa Arsenault
PORTLAND – Alice Theresa Arsenault, 85, of Portland, passed away on Jan. 21, 2021 at the Barron Center. She was born …
Obituary: Madeline Babbidge
Madeline Babbidge 1929 – 2020 RICHMOND – Madeline Babbidge, 91, of Wiscasset passed away peacefully on Saturday Dec. 19, 2020. She …
Obituary: Mary Cremonese Earley
PORTLAND – Mary Cremonese Earley, 96, formerly of Winthrop Street died peacefully on Monday, Jan. 25, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation …