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Posted inLetters
Rep. Golden’s SAVE Act vote was disappointing | Letter
The SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act) passed in Congress on April 10, 2025, thanks to Rep. Jared Golden and three other Democrats. Does Jared understand the burden this puts on married women who’ve changed their name? Does Jared realize that 48% of Mainers do not hold passports (an accepted method of proving citizenship)? […]
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Maine’s new cold storage facility is at the center of a legal battle over millions in unpaid bills
Several construction companies that helped build the refrigerated shipping warehouse in Portland say they are still waiting to be compensated.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
For spring, give your larder a reset
Our palates are eager for spring, but don’t forget to give the refrigerator and pantry a good scrub. Then use up any stray items that you unearth.
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A Catholic view on Death with Dignity in Maine | Letter
While reading “Let’s help Maine’s Death with Dignity Act live up to its name” (April 9), I couldn’t help but mentally review if there are any passages where the Word of God gives us the option to murder ourselves in order to avoid the suffering of the end-of-life stages. Nope, I say the Bible will […]
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When’s the last time you went to a Portland park? | Opinion
Escape the political pandemonium; remember that parks are for the people.
Posted inBusiness, Food
Maine breweries seek growth solutions in challenging times
As the craft beer market plateaus nationally and Maine’s market becomes more competitive than ever, local brewers turn to new alternative products and other innovations.
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Commending Gov. Mills for standing for Maine’s rule of law | Letter
Gov. Janet Mills should be commended for the courage she is displaying in defending the rule of law in Maine and not allowing President Trump’s threats to weaken our laws. These are challenging times. It is impossible to know to what extent the Trump administration will continue threatening Maine institutions, what actions it will take […]
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Thankful for Rep. Golden’s support of SAVE Act | Letter
I am liberal and I’m happy that Congressman Jared Golden voted to protect our elections by supporting the SAVE Act. For centuries our country has accepted immigrants, which I support. In fact, I work with a few of them. Part of being open and accepting of people from other countries is also protecting the rights […]
Posted inFood, Recipes
Ropa vieja is a meaty Cuban classic that’s still evolving
This Instant Pot version is hearty, saucy and ready in about half the time of the traditional stovetop dish.