The rising number of Maine pedestrian fatalities is just one sign that roads are unhealthy and unsafe.
2021
COVID-19 vaccines for children: How parents are influenced by misinformation, and how they can counter it
Since COVID-19 vaccines became available for children ages 5 to 11 in early November 2021, many families have been lining up to get their school-age kids vaccinated prior to holiday travel and gatherings. As of Dec. 14, 5.6 million U.S. children ages 5 to 11 – or about 19% of this age group – have […]
Scarborough welcomes new Police Chief Mark Holmquist
Newly appointed Police Chief Mark Holmquist assumed his role with the Scarborough Police Department on Monday, Dec. 6. He replaces 22-year former Police Chief Robbie Moulton, who retired in July after a 44-year career with the town. Holmquist comes to Scarborough from a longtime career with the Maine State Police, where he has worked since […]
Letter: Maine elections should be reserved for Mainers
Three years ago, when I became involved in the movement to oppose the CMP Corridor as a Registered Maine Guide, I knew that public opinion was in our favor, but I never imagined that a group of raft guides would begin a movement that would one day become the most expensive referendum in Maine history. […]
Enclave of Scarborough hosts church Neighboring gathering
On Dec. 12, the First Congregational Church of Scarborough held a celebration event for a group of 11 church members who volunteered on a multi-year task force to create a Long-Range Strategic Plan for the church. This plan will guide church activities in the coming years in expanding church membership, enhancing our worship and spiritual […]
Donations honor one of the Toy Fund’s first helpers
W. Earle Eskilson was there from the beginning.
Maine Voices: State’s HOPE program helped me chart path to success
Thanks to Sara Gideon’s investment, more families like mine will have the support they need to pursue education and training beyond high school.
Commentary: A new year brings a new surge in housing prices
Soaring rents and a red-hot home market are upending old seasonal patterns as job and wage growth drive a new economic cycle.
David Treadwell: Going to the head of the class
When I interact with young people (Bowdoin students, grandchildren, etc.), I often encourage them to take risks. “What’s the worst that can happen?” I’ll ask blithely, even as I recall the fears I had as a young person when confronted with any challenge outside my comfort zone: speaking in public or singing a solo or […]
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