You are our children, and we love you very much. But the killing of a 3-year-old at his own birthday party is just the most recent evidence that we love guns even more.
2021
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Portland faces prospect of another short-sighted referendum
Re: “Portland residents pursue referendum to block 200-bed homeless shelter” (April 21): Portland is in danger of shooting itself in the foot again with another referendum that seems to smell OK on the surface but is rotten underneath. When the actual cause-and-effect is the opposite of the advertised emotional appeal, your vote for a happy […]
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Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Portland will never build new shelter if it tries to make everyone happy
Don’t want to house people in your neighborhood? Below is a template that will let anyone quickly stop the city’s plans to provide services.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Arts Calendar: April 29
Art Through May 7 “Colors Passing Through Us,” Gallery 302, 112 Main St., Bridgton. Visit gallery302.com for details. Ongoing Third Thursday Artmart, 7 p.m. via Facebook live, hosted by Gallery 302, showcasing visual and 3D artwork. Visit the gallery’s Facebook page for details. Film Bridgton Twin Drive-In Theater, show times being released on Facebook for […]
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Portland restaurants struggled with hiring. COVID made it worse.
After a year of double-digit declines in business that saw some restaurant workers leave for good, owners are having trouble finding summer staff, particularly for ‘back of the house’ jobs like sous chef and dishwasher.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: With city at a crossroads, Congress Square redesign a step in the right direction
It will help Portland move toward a housing and transit future that supports all people and makes the heart of our downtown more vibrant.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: The silence about suicide is killing us
“Died suddenly.”… ”Ended their earthly bonds.”…“Was killed when a firearm accidentally discharged.” …“Died after failing to open the garage door while the vehicle was running.”…”Gas oven failed to ignite, resulting in the death of …”…“Died of tainted drug overdose.” Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S., with 132 Americans on average […]
Posted inTimes Record
From the Chamber: Critical updates for Brunswick-area businesses
For the business leaders too busy to stop and watch the news, or to read any chamber updates in your inbox, I wanted to take this week and highlight some of the absolutely critical updates you need to know. Even if you’re not a business leader but you have friends that are, make sure they […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Goodwill shows that waste a problem for thrifty Mainers
The state has a long history of reusing and repairing old items, but the nonprofit can’t use things like damaged couches and moldy books.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Guest column: Maine’s future hinges on a healthy environment
There are few things more important to our existence than our environment. From the air we breathe and the water we drink, to our working woods, fields and waterfronts, our day to day lives are dependent on the natural resources that surround us. Today, we can enjoy clean beaches, pristine rivers and crisp mountain air. […]