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South Portland Food Cupboard to host benefit concert

The South Portland Food Cupboard is holding its fifth annual Feeding Neighbors in Need benefit concert on Saturday, May 17, at Aura in Portland. The concert will feature performances from The Don Campbell Band, Julia Gagnon and the Andi Fawcett Duo. Tickets can be purchased in advance at southportlandfoodcupboard.org for $35. Tickets at the door […]

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Posted inTimes Record Opinion

A reminder to be nice

“Be Nice.” Signs printed with this sentiment have been springing up on lawns, sidewalks and streets, and I enjoy seeing them. They always make me smile, and I consider them worthy reminders for us all to treat each other with kindness and respect. At the same time, I can’t help thinking it’s sad that we […]

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Advice on how to live sustainably and affordably

Leading a sustainable lifestyle can seem like a luxury. After all, installing rooftop solar panels often costs tens of thousands of dollars, and eco-friendly products of all sorts are rarely priced to sell. However, many sustainable choices involve embracing simplicity, so they are not expensive and can actually save money. Buying less stuff while reusing […]