Authors/Poetry Sept. 30 Robert Spencer author talk: “Francena Hallett’s Heart,” 1:30 p.m., Bridgton Public Library, 1 Church St., Bridgton. bridgtonlibrary.org Oct. 4 Matt Cost author talk: “Velma Gone Awry” and “Mainely Wicked,” 6 p.m., Windham Public Library, 217 Windham Center Road, Windham. windham.lib.me.us Film Sept. 28 “So B. It” (2016): Rated PG-13, 1 p.m., Windham […]
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Got Tix: Where to find concert tickets to upcoming shows
See Maine singer-songwriter Sara Cox perform on Saturday in Freeport.
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Posted inAmerican Journal
Forum: Free downtown parking garage opening soon
In response to the forum piece “Save downtown Westbrook’s free public parking lots” submitted by Andrew Broaddus on Aug. 10 and similar letters submitted by various residents, I am writing to help address some concerns. As we approach the completion of the new downtown parking garage, which will be opening soon, the city had designated […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: House Republicans more devoted to infighting than governing
Maine should not need to turn to its Rainy Day fund to cover any shortfall forced on us for the sake of regressive political ends.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Actual cost of Pine Tree Power doesn’t add up to savings
As I read the morning paper, scroll through the internet and punch some numbers into my calculator, I can’t figure out how the proposed financing plan for Pine Tree Power will benefit consumers. Based on the estimated price for the two utilities ($13.5 billion), and the current interest rates for municipal bonds (about 3%), the […]
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Letter to the editor: Portland City Council campaign coverage lacking
Considering that three seats are up for election in Maine’s largest city, readers deserve more information.
Posted inBusiness, People on the Move
People on the move
PROMOTIONS Laura Blake has been promoted to vice president, northeast regional market manager at Bangor Savings Bank. Blake joined the bank in 2015 as an assistant branch manager in Bangor. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Maine Orono and a master’s of business administration from Husson University. Mike Yerxa […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: York Hospital birthing unit’s closure takes away unique option
Mothers who wanted to avoid the overmedicalization of birth could labor in a home-like setting, with experienced caregivers and an OR nearby if something went wrong, recalls a nurse who worked there.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Cooking at the Cove: A light Cajun stir fry and a healthy apple crisp
I was asked by a regular reader of this column who has dietary restrictions if I could help them out with some healthy recipes. This week I want to honor that request. I recently enjoyed this nutritious, light and low-carb entree at my brother’s home. We whipped up this dish in under 30 minutes. This […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham Notes: Sept. 28
Vandals with guns targeting vehicles The Gorham Police Department is investigating five incidents of vandals shooting at vehicles this week, according to Chief Christopher Sanborn. Police first responded at 8 p.m. Sept. 25 to a report of gun vandalism to a vehicle on South Street. A pellet rifle/BB gun was used and four additional incidents […]