Those of us who fastidiously follow current events are justified in feeling overwhelmed by the sheer scale of disheartening news about our communities and the wider world. But last Sunday night’s Tyler Childers show at Thompson’s Point – graced by the most glorious weather Maine has to offer – served as an effective reminder of […]
2023
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: What does climate change have to do with migration? More than you think
Many politicians and public officials frame climate migration as one simple story: a threat to national security. There’s way more to it than that.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The humble Farmer: I, for one, welcome our new robot overlords – maybe
I like it when ‘Hey Google’ tells me the wash is done or to take the bread out of the oven. I’m less enamored of the capacity to snoop or vehicles that defeat DIY repair.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Now is the time to clean up our state’s cars and trucks
Maine should fast-track clean car standards and end the sale of new fully gas-powered vehicles in 2035.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Allow courtroom cameras for Trump trials
Televising the proceedings could have several benefits, including increasing confidence that the eventual verdicts are justified by a fair process.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Devastated by sale of Unity College campus
It’s unclear why educating young people at the school in Unity could not have remained part of the institution’s unique environmental mission.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Jean Ann Cousinow
FREEPORT – Jean Ann Cousinow died in her home in Freeport on Aug. 5, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. It may …
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Dennis A. Smith
SANFORD – Dennis A. Smith, 74, of Sanford, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, surrounded by …
Posted inDeath Notices
Death Notice: Jean Ann Cousinow
Cousinow, Jean Ann 80, of Freeport, Aug. 5, at home. Arrangements, Funeral Alternatives …
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Gerry E. Riendeau
TOPSHAM – Gerry E. Riendeau of Topsham, 71, passed away peacefully at home with loving members of his family by his …