The Community Chorus is back The Lake Region Community Chorus is returning to performing after a break of almost three years due to the COVID pandemic, with Jan Jukkola and Susan Stockwell as the conductors, accompanied by Julie Frum. The spring session starts Jan. 23. Registration, with a $25 fee to help cover the cost of […]
2023
Commentary: Bedrock constitutional principles trampled by Maine’s indigent defense crisis
Dozens of accused people, presumed innocent, are languishing in Maine jails without an appointed attorney. An immediate influx of funding is required.
North Yarmouth Academy grad has hands full as music coordinator for Broadway and TV
Maine native Haley Bennett has built a career as music supervisor, musician and conductor for a wide variety of filmed and live productions, including ‘Schmigadoon!’ on Apple TV+ and the musical ‘& Juliet’ on Broadway now.
Quick and easy ways to give your kitchen a new look
Kitchen remodels don’t have to break the bank.
Letter to the editor: Today’s Republican Party continues on downward slide
A little research is, I know, a dangerous thing. But a little research tells us of the demise of at least eight political parties in U.S. history. The first party to die was the once-potent Federalist Party (not to be confused with the Federalist Society), led by luminaries like Alexander Hamilton. It was founded in […]
More than 2 months after Portland man’s disappearance, family still desperate for answers
The investigation into the disappearance of Samuel Mugisha, 21, is ongoing, according to police, while his family is growing more worried about where he might be.
Letter to the editor: Time to resolve systematic failures of Maine government
The issues surrounding the child protective system and the Unemployment Compensation Bureau should be examined and addressed.
Gov. Mills’ budget calls for massive investment in roads, bridges
The $400 million allocated for transportation projects would help unlock an estimated $1 billion in federal infrastructure spending, state officials say.
Another View: McCarthy’s House rules could weaken ethics oversight
In its first act, the House has moved to make it harder to investigate corruption by its members. So much for a ‘government that is held accountable.’
Obituary: Kenneth “Kenny” L. LaRose
FREEPORT – Kenneth “Kenny” L. LaRose, passed into Glory Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, at the Hawthorne House in Freeport. He was …