Get into the spirit July 4 with parade, duck race, road run Get in to the spirit of summer in Bridgton with the town’s Fourth of July celebrations, starting with the 45th annual 4 on the Fourth road race that will be in person this year. Around 1,200 runners have already registered for the race, […]
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Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Inside Windham: July 2
A gift for TRIAD Summer calls with the Maine Backyard Campout Join the Windham Parks and Recreation department as it celebrates the second annual Maine Backyard Campout over the weekend of July 9-11. July is National Parks and Recreation Month and this is the perfect way for families to enjoy the wonders of the great […]
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Posted inThe Forecaster
Cooking at the Cove: A few favorites
Sea scallops are definitely a favorite of mine and I’m fortunate enough to have a nice supply in my freezer that I purchased locally during the winter months. I really am a scallop purist, but these scallops are bathed in a tangy sauce that works well to enhance their delicate flavor without overwhelming them. Served […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Sande’s Picks: Meet the queen of creative cocktails
Angela Miller-Gray is the queen of creative cocktails at Cold River Distilling in Freeport. One of her unique combinations is Cold River Gin with a splash of Fiore Grapefruit Balsamic Vinegar and club soda. Another is made with a blend of Cold River’s Distillers Reserve (vodka finished in oak barrels), cider, cider vinegar and a […]
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
David Treadwell: Say it ain’t so, America
Eight members of the Chicago White Sox were accused of throwing the 1919 World Series against the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for money from a gambling syndicate. A Chicago Daily News reporter named Charley Owens was so distraught after star player “Shoeless” Joe Jackson admitted his guilt that he pleaded with the player, using the […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: It’s time to rethink how we prevent child abuse, neglect
The state must prioritize prevention and early intervention services to stabilize struggling Maine families before they are in crisis.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Public safety reminder for consumer fireworks use in Scarborough
As the 4th of July approaches, please be aware of the Town of Scarborough’s Consumer Fireworks Ordinance and recent amendments made to acceptable use areas: • Fireworks can only be set off on July 3 and 4 and Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 beginning at 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. • Use of fireworks is […]
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Your Land: Exploring the reaches of Brunswick’s Mere Brook
This is the 5th in a series of pieces about Mere Brook, Brunswick’s urban stream. The town has a Maine DEP grant to plan for the brook’s improvement, with a goal of bringing it from “urban-impaired” status to Class B. Though the nearby Androscoggin is much larger and more famous, Mere Brook is truly of […]
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Scarborough Police Chief Robbie Moulton reflects on his career as he retires
Retirement: It seems that just yesterday I didn’t even recognize that word, but alas, the day has come. As I prepare to leave a career that I have had for over 44 years, I have been overwhelmed by the kind words and well wishes of so many people. I have heard the term bittersweet tossed […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Flying the flag is not the only measure of patriotism
Retired Navy Cmdr. Andrew Bradick wrote, in a letter published June 26, that he observes fewer American flags flying in Portland than in his McLean, Virginia, residential area. He asserts that flying the flag “is their only guarantee that they have the freedom to express their opinions.” Cmdr. Bradick conflates a symbol of freedom with […]