The proposal got a cool reception Monday from both Israel and Hamas – but not downright rejection.
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Pope Francis denounces the weapons industry as he makes a Christmas appeal for peace in the world
ROME — Pope Francis on Monday blasted the weapons industry and its “instruments of death” that fuel wars as he made a Christmas Day appeal for peace in the world and in particular between Israel and the Palestinians. Speaking from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica to the throngs of people below, Francis said he […]
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The secret life of gift cards: Here’s what happens to the billions that go unspent each year
While it may take gift cards years to expire, experts say it’s still wise to spend them quickly.
Posted inMaine
Woman dies after being hit by car in South Portland
Paula Mcauliffe, 71, was hit Sunday evening and died at a hospital from her injuries. Police said they don’t believe the driver was at fault.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
A Window on the Past – Lewis H. Hutchinson, barber of Knightville and Ferry Village
We take a look this week at an interesting and well-known barber in South Portland in the 1890s and early 1900s. Although he was a man of many talents, Lewis Hutchinson was known by most as a barber in Knightville, but he later moved his home and business to Pleasant Street in the Ferry Village […]
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From glitz and glam to fun for the fam, there’s a New Year’s Eve party for everyone
There are plenty of events to choose from around Maine on Sunday to ring in 2024, from planetarium shows and family-friendly celebrations to dance parties and cocktail soirees.
Posted inDo This, Food
Eat & Run: New by the mall, fast-casual Italian for hearty appetites
Fresco Del Forno has an all-you-can-eat buffet and huge subs to eat there or take to go.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Live Music Lineup: Tricky Britches, Ellis Paul and The Maine Dead Project
Catch Tricky Britches in Brownfield on Friday.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Indie Film: Wrestling through pain: WWE star from Portland joins others in frank documentary about recovery
Curt Hussey, aka Fandango or Dirty Dango, is among the ring’s superstars who talk about their struggles with addiction in ‘A Night of Recovery,’ available on Amazon Prime Video.
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Things to Do: ‘Mary Poppins’ sing-along, comedy show and ocean dunk
You can also see Tales of Bells and Drums at Portland’s Merrill Auditorium.