A ring can mean many things because it is a symbol of many things. It is an exterior sign of a commitment, life vows, a reminder of faithfulness, enduring love. Losing a beloved ring can be emotionally traumatic. It’s a failure of sorts and shows terrible carelessness. My mother, Ethel, gave me a gold ring […]
2021
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Opioid settlement funds must address addiction crisis
Deals are being reached with the companies responsible for shipping habit-forming medications across the U.S., and the proceeds must be used wisely.
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Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Fr. Raymond Auger to celebrate 65th anniversary of ordination to priesthood at special Mass in Sanford on Aug. 1
SANFORD — Fr. Raymond Auger will celebrate the 65th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood during a special Mass at Holy Family Church, located on 66 North Ave. in Sanford, on Sunday, Aug. 1, at 9 a.m. All are welcome, and the Mass will also be livestreamed at www.stthereseparishmaine.org/livestream. Born in Biddeford in 1929, […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Portland can prosper without cruise ships
While Portland continues its unprecedented building boom, much of which is nothing to be proud of from a design and planning perspective, it takes no time to appreciate why the seascapes the past two summers surrounding the city have never been more serene and spectacular. When the improvement is that obvious, it’s a good reason […]
Posted inMeetinghouse, Opinion
Nori Sterling Gale, Portland: Traveling time on Papa’s saddle
Flea markets are a bonanza for those who covet small objects well-loved by others. Sepia-toned, unsmiling portraits, vintage tin toys and embroidered French linen are arranged in neat rows on sellers’ tables as my dad and I wander the aisles. I spot something we’ve been looking for, and find him in the crowd to share […]
Posted inBusiness
Sebago Technics promotes Kylie S. Mason to chief operations officer
PROMOTIONS Sebago Technics has appointed Kylie S. Mason to chief operations officer. Mason joined the company in 2005 as a landscape architect and has since increased her role and responsibilities in the company, serving as a design team leader and most recently as vice president of project delivery. Mason is an accomplished and award-winning designer […]
Posted inMeetinghouse, Opinion
Gail Caiazzo, Saco: You have to choose what you hold on to
As a child, I was once severely punished for breaking a religious statue. I was practicing twirling my baton, which flew out of my hand directly into a combo statue of Jesus and Mary. Unfortunately, Mary lost her head. It was an accident. Without going into the actual punishment (which definitely did not fit the […]
Posted inMeetinghouse, Opinion
Paula Sparks, Windham: Mistaken identity
As an aging baby boomer I am trying to “downsize.” I’m trying to simplify my life and make things less stressful for my family when the time comes for them to say their final goodbye to me and my “stuff.” Like many folks, I have a box tucked away that holds the little treasured keepsakes […]
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Jody Rich, Waterville: What I’m made of
I listed my keepsakes this morning. It’s a smaller one than the mementos, isn’t it? A ticket stub is a memento. My father’s pocket watch is a keepsake. Mom’s standard-issue police whistle is, too. The mother of pearl inlay jewelry box I received in Thailand is another. All three are out where I can see […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: The cautious deserve to be first in line for COVID treatment
Re: “Maine lawmaker who downplayed pandemic’s risk contracts COVID-19” (July 23): I sympathize a very small bit with Republican lawmaker Chris Johansen and his wife contracting COVID-19. However, he publicly pooh-poohed the vaccines and mask wearing. I suggest that before anyone is admitted to a hospital for treatment, they must show proof of COVID-19 immunization […]