The political campaign these days often makes it sound as if the ultimate fate of the democracy and the country will be decided in November. It’s now or never. But this year’s election, though of unusual importance, will not represent the last word in American history no matter how much the campaigns raise fears. Of […]
August 2024
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry
Beach to Beacon challenging for Cape police, but fun, chief says
The Cape Elizabeth Police Department is prepared for the deluge of people the annual race brings: “We’ve been doing this for over 20 years now, so we have it down. The framework’s there,” Chief Paul Fenton says.
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Posted inScarborough Leader
Book on Scarborough history back by popular demand
The Scarborough Historical Society has reprinted 1,000 copies of the comprehensive book on town history.
Posted inLetters
Letter: Applauding a letter and the strength of the Constitution
Project 2025 is 900 pages of malarkey. We should all stand up for our rights.
Posted inLetters
Letter: It’s time to use cameras to enforce speed limits
Almost every morning the Press Herald reports one or more deaths on Maine roads, mostly because of excessive speed and/or alcohol. We have all experienced a line of vehicles, including oversize tractor trailers, being driven through Portland and through construction zones at 20-30 miles and or more above the posted speed limits. My father, as […]
Posted inLetters
Letter: Olympics reflect America the melting pot
The magnificent inscription that graces the majestic form of our Statue of Liberty (a gift from the French people), “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,” is on display in the faces of our magnificent young men and women athletes representing the U.S. in France. No other country has […]
Posted inBusiness, News
As the state looks to harness Gulf of Maine winds, a big question looms: How much will utility customers pay?
Talks are picking up between state utility regulators, the Public Advocate and developer of offshore wind as they try to figure out how to price the zero-carbon source of energy.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: Josh Shapiro is a seasoned political pro who should be Harris’ VP
Shapiro, 51, can appeal to the middle with his record as a moderate governor.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook Notes: Aug. 1
Activities at the Common The Walker Memorial Library will host a storytime at the Common at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2. On Saturday, an art bus will be at the Common with free craft activities for kids from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Upcoming concerts Vallee Square free concerts continue at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. […]
Posted inBusiness, People on the Move
People on the move
NEW HIRES Fontaine Family, a real estate company, has hired Nathaniel Szurgot, Brock Bergeron and Chris Lemieux as agents who will work at its Auburn office. Previously, Szurgot was a processing lead at 1820 Spirits, and he has a bachelor’s degree in history from Plymouth State University. Bergeron graduated from the Winchendon School, a college […]
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