‘We know that many people will likely receive tickets to Friday’s drawing as holiday gifts, and what a gift that would turn out to be if you ended up with a ticket worth a $1.15 billion jackpot.’
2024
Revisiting the Concord Guide to America
I came of age during a period as turbulent and confusing as the present, marked by the Vietnam War and then the civil rights, environmental and women’s movements; “gay rights” soon followed. For many, mostly but not exclusively on the left, those movements established a national consensus behind equality under the law and care for […]
Deal to avert government shutdown was no cause to celebrate
This person has painful feet, which only get worse. They have three ways to reduce their aching feet. They could get a new pair of shoes, uncomfortable until broken in, but with a good fit afterwards. Or they can hop on one foot, leaving only one foot in pain. Or they can jump off a […]
Opinion – Celebrating a legacy and leadership transition at Kennebunk Savings
For more than 10 years it has been our honor to serve the constituents of Kennebunk Savings. Throughout this time, it has been our privilege to work with President and CEO, Brad Paige, however, the end of December marks the end of an era with Paige at the helm as he heads into retirement. This […]
New Year’s Eve Kennebunk features Wild Blueberry Ball Drop
The New Year’s Eve Kennebunk celebration (known as NYE KBK) will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 31, at various locations on Main Street in downtown Kennebunk. The events culminate in the Wild Blueberry Ball Drop from the bell tower of First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church at midnight. The free event is hosted by the First […]
President Biden, give U.S. Steel the green light
Nothing is certain, but by the time you read this, Nippon Steel’s proposed $14 billion investment in reviving the fortunes of the Pittsburgh-based United States Steel may be dead. If it is, it’s because it was killed an unholy alliance led by big labor working with the Biden White House and backed by a coterie […]
Ignore the news, ignore the season. The garden can be lovely in winter
Rhododendron shrubs, and even the tiny viola, may surprise and delight you in winter.
Toy Fund ‘village’ makes the magic happen again
Donors this year include both new supporters and familiar friends of the fund.
Letter: All eyes on Sen. Collins
The legacy of Sen. Susan Collins is at a tipping point. Will she truly represent the interests of the people of Maine by insisting that the incoming administration’s department heads be people of integrity, wisdom and experience? Or will she “toe the line” and sail off into the sunset on a ship of fools? Leo […]
At Magissa, homey and agreeable Greek food inspired by family recipes
Some dishes at the East Bayside spot could use an adjustment or two, but the loukaniko ragu alone is enough reason to go.
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