While living in Brunswick, Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote a book that helped spark a civil war, bring an end to slavery, and forever change the United States of America. But, her time in Brunswick was also quite memorable. In mid May of 1850 a “shabby and disconsolate” appearing Harriet Beecher Stowe, and three of her […]
2024
Posted inLetters
Letter: We cannot be complacent about Trump, Musk
Why is it more difficult these days not to become cynical? We are today confronted with the antics of two billionaire narcissists with fragile egos and blatant self-serving ambitions, who are hellbent on dismantling political norms, thereby destabilizing political discourse even further. Donald Trump enjoys unprecedented presidential power, while Elon Musk has rather unlimited resources […]
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Letter: Op-ed was right about health care
Thanks to Dr. Gary Zartarian for reminding us of the costs of our “health care” system (“Opinion: The best defense to for-profit health insurance? Staying healthy.” Dec. 21). The decision to embrace all the emerging technologies and drugs and medical devices and short-change prevention efforts has brought us to this point. High costs are “baked […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture
Bestsellers: ‘James,’ Serviceberry’
The week’s top-selling fiction and nonfiction books at Nonesuch Books & More in South Portland.
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Letter: Stop trying to turn Portland into Boston
I felt stopped in my tracks reading on the front page about the music venue being proposed by Mile Marker Investments (“Developers propose new 3,300-seat music venue in downtown Portland,” Dec. 20). We moved here from the Boston suburbs in 1987. One of the few concerns I had about the move was: Would Portland have […]
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UNE exhibit pairs contemporary art with imaging lab photos in celebration of natural beauty
‘Spark of Life: Abstraction, Microscopy, and Discovery’ pairs the work of three contemporary artists — Jackie Brown, Meg Brown Payson and Carter Shappy — with photography from UNE’s imaging lab.
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Volunteers make for smooth operation at Cape Elizabeth ice rink
Now in its third year, the Cape Elizabeth Community Arena hosts skating lessons, recreational hockey leagues and free open skating sessions.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: The biggest losers in the 2024 election? Our children.
During this holiday season, I hope that you will take a moment to stand up for kids.
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Opinion: Make daylight saving time permanent? The U.S. economy says yes.
America’s time-keeping took a few steps backward in the 20th century.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry
Our Sustainable City: Extended producer responsibility in Maine
If you’ve ever felt frustrated by excessive packaging waste, you are not alone. Maine has been a leader in enacting Extended Producer Responsibility or “product stewardship” laws, which have a proven track record of saving taxpayer dollars, reducing waste and protecting our environment. Unlike traditional trash and recycling programs, which are managed and funded by municipal governments, […]