PORTLAND – Donald Philip Marr “Skip” was born on Oct. 25, 1939 in Portland and passed away on Jan. 14, 2021 …
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Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Elizabeth “Libby” (Hyde) Moore
FREEPORT – Libby Moore passed away on Sept. 24, 2020 at the age of 59, one year after her cancer diagnosis. …
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools and Education
Lewiston schools struggle with ‘truancy’ during the pandemic
Students are considered truant if they miss more than three consecutive days without an excuse, and more than 1,000 students in the Lewiston school district fit that bill.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
School funding projections give Maine districts a mix of good and bad news
The state has adjusted its funding formula to help preserve staffing levels in light of temporary enrollment declines caused by COVID-19.
Posted inForecaster Sports
Freeport standout to play two sports in college
Rachel Wall will play soccer and basketball at Covenant College in Georgia
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Republican Party to stay neutral should Trump seek White House again
‘I’m not telling anybody to run or not to run in 2024,’ RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel says.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, News
Greater Portland immigrant leaders welcome end of so-called Muslim travel ban
Panelists describe former President Donald Trump’s action as racist, fomenting hatred, and a measure that tarnished America’s reputation as a beacon of light for those fleeing violence and persecution.
Posted inFeature Obituary, News
Fred Dolgon, peace activist and member of Green Independent Party, dies at 91
The Old Orchard Beach resident was passionate about politics and wanting to make the world a better place for all people.
Posted inNation & World
Man pleads guilty in conspiracy to kidnap Michigan governor
Ty Garbin’s testimony could strengthen the government’s case against five co-defendants and back up evidence collected by informants and undercover agents.
Posted inNation & World
Proud Boys leader was government informant, records show
Henry ‘Enrique’ Tarrio, who was arrested in Washington shortly before the Capitol riot, helped law enforcement in a variety of investigations nearly a decade ago.