With misinformation and fear-mongering swirling around the issue of aerial spraying, it was heartening to see that Gov. Mills followed the scientific evidence and vetoed a bill that would have banned the practice – an important part of integrated pest management. Contrary to what some people think, study after study has found aerial spraying of […]
2021
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Many substantive ways exist to show your patriotism
Want to show your patriotism? Vote for democracy. Pay your taxes. Commit to equal rights and opportunity for all. Stand for universal health care. Demand reasonable gun laws. Speak out against political and religious hypocrisy. Feed the hungry. Clothe and house the poor. Provide for the very young, the elderly; support the disabled community; care […]
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Letter to the editor: Sen. Collins distorts, omits facts about For the People Act
Thank you for your editorial criticizing Sen. Susan Collins for her vote against the For The People Act (Our View, June 24). Her criticism of the bill left out pertinent information and distorted other facts. Sen. Collins claimed that the record turnout in last year’s election proves there is no need for any change. Record […]
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Indie Film: Portland’s Longfellow Books a stop on filmed tour of indie bookstores
‘The Bookstour’ visits 50 brick-and-mortar retail havens for bibliophiles in a bid to raise awareness about the importance of supporting them.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Members of Congress shouldn’t trade stocks
A 2012 law was meant to stop financial impropriety. It hasn’t worked.
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Face the Music: Legendary drummer lends expertise, and a few friends, to Buxton singer’s new album
Jennifer Porter’s ‘Sun Come and Shine’ features Bernard Purdie, who’s worked with greats like Aretha Franklin.
Posted inDo This, Food
Bar Guide: Recycled ingredients make for creative cocktails at Broken Arrow
The Portland restaurant’s philosophy revolves around reducing food waste.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: People of Maine ready to take next step toward public power
Gov. Mills should sign L.D. 1708 and give Mainers a say in how and where they get their electricity.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Guest column: Bath should welcome housing on former cannery
The city of Bath needs more housing, badly. Many seniors are forced to leave our liveable city when they want to downsize. Young couples can’t find places to live close to downtown. BIW is trying to hire 1,000 additional workers. It would be nice if they lived close to work and not add to the […]
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Deering Oaks production promises a funny way to get back to the theater
Fenix Theatre Company assembles a small cast to perform Shakespeare’s ‘The Comedy of Errors’ three nights a week through July.