I loved John Balentine’s column, listing Donald Trump’s many achievements (“Trump’s legacy,” Jan. 15). Its brilliance lies in its being, basically, a list. It is a rule of journalism that you cannot lie in a list, so what he says must be true, including the increased security we all enjoy due to “a more effective […]
2021
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Letter: Reader sees value in all Forecaster columnists
I look forward to reading the thoughts and opinions expressed each week in The Forecaster. It’s good to know the ideas and opinions of our local neighbors, as opposed to the professionals in the national media. I like the positive thinking Heather Martin gives us and the valuable perspective of a new American, Abdi Iftin. […]
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Sports Digest: Messi faces suspension after getting red card for hitting an opponent
Lionel Messi could be suspended for up to 12 games after receiving his first red card in 753 appearances for Barcelona.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Brunswick teacher and writer wins Maine Chapbook Series 2020
Brandon Dudley’s book ‘Hazards of Nature: Stories’ was selected out of nearly 60 submissions and will be published in 2021.
Posted inKennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
Kennebunkport employee, resident, earn commendation for rescue
A resident was in waist-deep water in a drainage area near School Street and couldn’t get out.
Posted inNation & World
Woman sought in theft of laptop from Pelosi’s office during riot is believed to have fled
A source told the FBI that Riley June Williams intended to send the device to a friend in Russia who planned to sell it to that country’s foreign intelligence service, but that plan fell through and she either has the device or destroyed it.
Posted inNation & World
Woman ruled dead in 2017 fights to be declared alive
Jeanne Pouchain has a problem. She’s officially dead even though she’s very much alive.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Biden may kill Keystone pipeline permit on his first day in office
The words ‘Rescind Keystone XL pipeline permit’ appeared on the transition briefing note for Jan. 20 – Inauguration Day.
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Tennis players getting on with life while locked down in Australia
Players in quarantine ahead of the Australian Open have been warned that breaching the rules could result in fines or being moved to a more secure complex with police stationed at their doors.
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FBI vetting Guard troops in D.C. after defense officials say they fear insider attack
Such vetting for President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration would involve running people’s names through databases and watchlists maintained by the FBI.