The countdown has begun for Muslims throughout the world. Ramadan, which is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, is coming in April. The exact day to begin fasting is decided by the sighting of the crescent moon. Prophet Mohamed was quoted as saying, “Fast after you have seen (the crescent moon) and end the […]
2021
Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly
Mainewhile: A healthy state of mind
Before I moved down the coast to this part of the state I was a trifle spoiled. I had Acadia National Park pretty much in my backyard. In fact, in one house I lived in, that was the literal truth. I hiked a lot. Leaving all that behind was the hardest adjustment of the move. […]
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Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Biden announces diverse first slate of judicial nominees
The president’s list would put three Black women on federal courts of appeals, a pathway to the Supreme Court.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Portland names hero, police officer and civilian of the year for 2020
Officer Les Smith was credited with saving the life of a Portland fire captain during a potentially deadly structure fire on Peaks Island.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Business input wanted on Portland bike share program
The city of Portland is seeking input from the business community as it gauges interest in bringing a bike share program to Portland for the summer of 2022, according to the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce. Officials say a bike share program would help the city meet its sustainability goals by encouraging residents and visitors […]
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Commentary: Women frequently experience sexual harassment at work, yet few claims ever reach a courtroom
Sexual harassment allegations against New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, including at least three from current or former aides, are a reminder of just how commonplace unwanted touching, propositioning and other inappropriate behavior is in the workplace. My recent research explores the prevalence of toxic work environments – like the one described in Albany, New York […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Financial aid available for live arts venues
The Small Business Administration will open The Shuttered Venues Operator Grant Program for applications on April 8. The program provides financial relief to live venue operators, theatrical producers, live performing arts operators, museums and movie theaters that have seen financial losses due to COVID-19. The grants are open to eligible businesses that were operating as […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Greater Portland transportation plan now available
Great Portland Council of Governments and Portland Area Comprehensive Transportation System recently released the final Transit Tomorrow plan, which lays out a 30-year strategic road map for public transportation priorities in the greater Portland area. The plan includes strategies to enhance access to transit, increase the frequency of public transit, improve rapid transit options and […]
Posted inNation & World
U.S. home prices soared in January by most in 7 years
Home sales have jumped in the past year, driven by a desire for more space among those Americans fortunate enough to keep their jobs.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
John Micek: The answer on guns is staring us in the face
Where do we go next? What do we do now? Those are the questions I found myself asking after I spoke to a panel of gun violence reduction activists this week. It was two nights after the murders in Boulder, a week after the rampage in Atlanta, and hours after the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee […]
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