World Monuments Watch says Maine’s historic lighthouses are threatened by climate change and intensifying coastal storms, like the ones that battered some of the iconic beacons in January 2024.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Jordan’s Farm to take over Maxwell’s strawberry fields in Cape Elizabeth
Maxwell’s Farm announced that last year would be its final growing season, but Jordan’s Farm will continue the beloved pick-your-own tradition.
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Posted inSports, Travis Lazarczyk, Varsity Maine
Thinking of berating a ref? How about a ‘thank you’ instead
Sports columnist Travis Lazarczyk heard a lot at a high school basketball game Tuesday night, and none of it was positive.
Posted inSports
Former Scarborough High soccer player Omsberg signs with New England Revolution
Wyatt Omsberg led Scarborough to back-to-back Class A state championships and was the Varsity Maine Player of the Year in 2013.
Posted inTimes Record
A microcosm of how art makes a community healthy: A CCAC intern reflects
“Community” is a word that means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. Coming from a small but vibrant college town, where the people and businesses tend to come and go on a regular basis, I’m used to seeing people missing a sense of community. I’m lucky enough to have grown […]
Posted inTimes Record
Reducing ‘forever chemicals’ in your household
Much has been written recently about per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) or ‘forever chemicals,’ and we want to provide you with practical information so you can manage those chemicals in your home and environment. When you understand how to phase out these chemicals in your home, you can also take effective action on a community […]
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Maine
Census suggests a new richest Portland suburb, fewer French Mainers
But estimates from the latest five-year American Community Survey might not tell the whole story.
Posted inHealth
FDA bans red dye No. 3 from foods
Studies have found that the dye – a color additive used in foods, dietary supplements and oral medicines– caused cancer in lab rats.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry
Mahoney at center of South Portland City Council goals
The council expects to adopt the same goals it had last year, with the addition of effectively reusing the former Mahoney Middle School building.
Posted inNation & World
Mediators herald Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, though Israel says final details are in flux
The three-phase ceasefire deal promises the release of dozens of hostages held by militants in Gaza and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israel.