The attempted whitewashing of the attack on Congress threatens to further divide an already polarized nation that finds itself drifting away from what had been common facts and a shared commitment to civic order.
2021
Posted inNation & World
Man accused of bringing Molotov cocktails, loaded firearms to Jan. 6 riot will plead guilty
Lonnie Leroy Coffman approached Sen. Ted Cruz’s Washington home and office to discuss ‘election fraud’ and previously joined an armed-citizen camp at the Texas border.
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Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Things to do, starting Sept. 17
The Annual Yard Sale at Blue Point Congregational Church will be held at Blue Point Congregational Church on Saturday, Sept. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 236 Pine Point Road, Scarborough. There will be books, toys, sporting, furniture, house wares, clothing, games, puzzles, and more. as well as baked goods and a barbecue […]
Posted inMaine
Fire leaves Pittsfield family with 4 children without home
Cause of Monday morning fire at manufactured home remains under investigation, according to firefighters.
Posted inTimes Record
Brunswick library returns to fall hours
Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick has announced it is returning to its fall hours and will be open 62 hours a week, seven days a week. The library will be open Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday noon to 4 p.m. New carpeting […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Letter: Support cleaner, cheaper energy with ‘no’ vote in November
High energy bills have long been a problem for Mainers. There are many reasons for the high cost, including aging infrastructure and overreliance on oil and gas. Fortunately, the new hydro transmission line offers a good start on planning for our future energy needs. The more accessible hydropower offers a cleaner and cheaper power option […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Arts Calendar: Sept. 16
Blues is back Art Sept. 27 through Nov. 8 “The Sky is Not Blue,” acrylic landscape painting course by Mary Brooking. Limited to six students per class. 90 Bridge St., Westbrook. Visit marybrooking.com/Classes.html for details. Through Sept. 30 “Restoration 2021: Works by Works by Graduating BA and BFA Art Students” at University of Southern Maine […]
Posted inTimes Record
2nd Annual Bath Book Bash to be held in Bath Library Park
The Bath Book Bash, in conjunction with the Patten Free Library, will take place in Library Park in Bath on Saturday, Sept. 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The book festival and celebration of children’s literature features author panels and workshops. “We are excited to be bringing the Bath Book Bash to Library Park […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Letter: Many more essential workers need our thanks
Thanks to Mr. Balentine for his recent Labor Day piece honoring all the hard-working people that labor to make sure we have warm houses, food to eat and warm clothes, etc. (“Labor Day reminds us all workers are essential,” Aug. 26). I presume due to lack of space he forgot an important group of laborers. […]
Posted inEvents, Like A Boss
Watch: Like a Boss with Josh Broder, CEO of Tilson
The conversation took place on Friday, Oct. 15 at 8:00 a.m.