The high concentration and range of toxic forever chemicals in last week’s spill raises health and environmental concerns, and is putting pressure on the state to expand testing and protect public health.
August 2024
Posted inLetters
Letter: A worthy tribute to the incredible Frances Perkins
A move is afoot to designate the Frances Perkins Homestead in Newcastle a national monument. This is a great idea for several reasons. Frances Perkins is an American hero, yet many, even in Maine, do not recognize her name. Perkins was FDR’s secretary of labor. Aside from being the first woman cabinet member, she essentially […]
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
We Love to Eat: Aug. 29
Buxton haddock supper buffet – Saturday, Aug. 31, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. $10 suggested donation, $5 children, $20 family. Takeout available. Weekly community meal – Wednesday, Sept. 4, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. A hot meal plus salad, fruit, dessert and a beverage, provided by […]
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Joseph M. Sullivan Jr.
STANDISH – Joseph M. “Joe” Sullivan, Jr., 71, passed away from complications of vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s on Aug. 21, 2024. …
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Obituary: Ann M. Turnbull
LITCHFIELD – Ann M. Turnbull passed away peacefully, surrounded by family in July, 2024. Ann’s husband of 60 years, James Andrew …
Posted inDeath Notices
Death Notice: Joseph M. Sullivan Jr.
Sullivan Jr., Joseph M. 71, of Standish, Aug. 21. Visit 4-6 p.m., Service 6 p.m., Sept. 6, Dolby, Blais and Segee …
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Death Notice: Ann M. Turnbull
Turnbull, Ann M. 88, of Litchfield, July 2024. …
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Bello, Red Sox shut down Blue Jays in 3-0 win
Brayan Bello works a career high eight innings and allows just two hits, and Tyler O’Neill belts a two-
Posted inPortland Sea Dogs, Sports
Sports Digest: Sea Dogs dealt fourth straight loss
Mikey Romero hits his first Double-A home run for Portland, but Harrisburg gets two home runs in a 3-1 victory.
Posted inSports
Francis Tiafoe, Ben Shelton set up rematch at U.S. Open
The two Americans advance to a third-round showdown, while reigning Wimbledon women’s champion Barbora Krejcikova is eliminated