I am bewildered and disappointed by the low voter turnout for the 2024 presidential primary. I am writing to list the issues important to me and why I voted to encourage others to identify and determine their own priority issues. I encourage readers to make time between now and Nov. 5 to figure out why, […]
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, Review
Theater review: One woman’s take on the U.S. Constitution, in theory and practice
Portland Stage presents ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’ by Heidi Schreck, who based the main character on herself.
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Posted inNews
Victims in Rumford crash remain hospitalized
The conditions of both drivers and a boy have been upgraded to stable, and they are expected to survive.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, News
How Big Pharma is fighting Biden’s program to lower drug costs for seniors
Drug companies have tried to invalidate a program that would reduce the price of medications for high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer and diabetes.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
In the Know: Scarborough staff serves community
While many think of Scarborough as a great place to live, go to the beach, or enjoy nature, our municipality is also the workplace for nearly 200 full-time employees. The Town of Scarborough relies on the strengths, skill sets, and passions of individuals who choose a career in public service. The Town of Scarborough is […]
Posted inEvents, Like A Boss
Watch: Like a Boss with Mark Bessire, Director of the Portland Museum of Art
This conversation took place on Wednesday, May 1 at the Portland Museum of Art.
Posted inNation & World, News
Mother of New Hampshire 5-year-old killed by father plans wrongful death lawsuit
The mother of Harmony Montgomery, who was killed in 2019 and whose body remains missing, has asked a probate judge to declare the girl legally dead and to be appointed as administrator of her estate.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Ryan Gosling showed he was Kenough – and other highlights of the 2024 Oscars
And the ceremony ended on time!
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Biden’s budget proposal offers tax breaks for families and lower health care costs
The proposal for fiscal 2025 is an election year blueprint about what the future could hold if Biden and enough of his fellow Democrats win in November.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Bernie Sanders to deliver University of New England commencement speech
The independent senator from Vermont will speak at the university’s graduation ceremony at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland on May 18.