We need our small local morning diners more than ever.
2023
Posted inLetters
Letter: Domestic violence can make the holidays a nightmare
Tears well up in my eyes when I think of victims living their hell on earth this Christmas.
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster
Through My Lens: Help immigrants navigate threat of Trump’s return
Former President Trump’s recent derogatory remarks on immigrants, including the alarming statement, “They are poisoning the blood of our country,” have sent shockwaves through Maine’s immigrant community. The looming prospect of Trump’s return, coupled with his policy proposals like advocating for the “largest deportation operation in history,” has instilled fear as the 2024 election approaches. […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: Mainers should know how repairable their electronics are
They don’t make ’em like they used to. The introduction of repair scores can fix that.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: The Supreme Court should not curtail abortion pill access
If restrictions are placed on mifepristone, women will be forced to receive suboptimal care.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: Of Seinfeld, Scrooge and climate change – a holiday parable
How to celebrate the holidays without hurting the environment? I’ve got ideas.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Southern Meetings: Dec. 22-29
Cape Elizabeth Thu. 12/28 8:30 a.m. School Board Advisory Zoom Scarborough Thu. 12/28 6:30 p.m. Sanitary District Municipal Bldg
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Northern Meetings: Dec. 21-28
Chebeague Island Thu. 12/21 6 p.m. Coastal Waters Commission Town Hall Freeport Wed. 12/27 6:30 p.m. Social/Racial Equity Town Hall North Yarmouth Thu. 12/21 6:30 p.m. Economic Dev./Sustainability WH/CC Yarmouth Thu. 12/21 7 p.m. Town Council Voting Log Cabin and via GoTo Tue. 12/26 5 p.m. Harbor/Waterfront Committee Town Hall
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland Meetings: Dec. 20-27
Wed. 12/20 4 p.m. Public Art Committee Zoom Wed. 12/20 6 p.m. Peaks Island Council Community Center Thu. 12/21 8:30 a.m. Emergency Shelter Assessment Zoom Wed. 12/27 5 p.m. Rent Board Zoom
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Coastal Journal Meetings: Dec. 22-29
Brunswick Tue. 12/26 6 p.m. Planning Board Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 12/27 10 a.m. Staff Review Committee Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 12/27 4 p.m. Town Manager Recruitment Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 12/27 6 p.m. Rivers/Coastal Waters Commission Zoom, Town Hall Thu. 12/28 9:30 a.m. People Plus Trustees People Plus Thu. 12/28 5 p.m. Bike/Pedestrian Advisory […]