I can sympathize with both Gorham taxpayers as well as their public education school boards and employees attempting to salvage adequate resources from an already heavily taxed public. Too often, it’s a convenient target for balancing a municipal budget. It could have been much different though. Our Founding Fathers never mentioned an educated populace in […]
2023
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Repurposing land is necessary for Portland’s survival
By consolidating various business and industrial zones into a new, inclusive district, we can unlock the full potential of available land for housing expansion.
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Clarence Page: Jason Aldean’s dream is my nightmare
Aldean’s controversial hit song ‘Try That In a Small Town’ fuels far right sentiments that stoke tribal anger, fears, resentments and suspicions.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine
Pace of health inspections keeps Portland’s food trucks rolling
The city has inspected most of the 79 food trucks in operation within the past year.
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Letter to the editor: Pretending that U.S. history is unflawed is counterproductive
Emily Langer’s July 28 Washington Post obituary of Japanese author Seiichi Morimura (a man I’d had no knowledge of) was breathtaking in its relevance to the “anti-woke” movement by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other extremist conservatives. Just 36 years after Japan’s defeat in World War II, Morimura had the courage to research and document […]
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The Wrap: Bite Into Maine opens in East Bayside
Also, Rick’s Lobby Cafe to close; MarketFest on first Thursdays at the Yarmouth Farmer’s Market; and St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar returns to Portland’s Little Italy.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Focus on Biden’s accomplishments, not his age
We should be really looking at the president’s record, diverse administration, dignified leadership and economic gains.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Arts Calendar: Aug. 4-11
Comedy Friday 8/4 Joe Pera: 10:30 p.m., Aura Maine, 121 Center St., Portland. $29.50-$35. 18-plus. auramaine.com Ongoing The Char and Cher Drag Show: 8:30 p.m. first Wednesday, Flask Lounge, 117 Spring St., Portland. flasklounge.com Exhibits/Galleries Friday, 8/4 “Us and ME”: Opening reception 5-8 p.m. Kenise Barnes Fine Art, 43 York St., Portland. Exhibiting 10 a.m. […]
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Letter to the editor: Portland councilor, mayoral candidate backs bridge-building effort
As a public servant and Portland city councilor, I believe that our nation’s progress is built on the pillars of listening, honesty and authentic engagement. I also believe that diversity illuminates our community. But lately, I’ve seen our community become fearful and divided. The divide tears apart colleagues, friends and families. We no longer see […]
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Commentary: The city of Portland needs to answer our questions regarding homeless encampments
Portland is at a tipping point, and many are concerned that it is following the path of other cities that are overwhelmed by open-door policies.