The report by Jack Smith serves as the final public record of a historic Justice Department prosecution that never made it to trial, with the federal government abandoning the case in November after Donald Trump won the election.
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Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Jack, Harry and the artist
Dog stories, and in particular, sad dog stories, are nothing new, but when a friend called to tell me of this one, I realized this story had a unique tenor. This is a tale of how both a new dog and new owner had to grieve together, to get through a wrenching separation. They still […]
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Posted inLetters
Letter: No pardons for Jan. 6 MAGA felons
We need to stand up in support of the police officers who defended the Capitol on that fateful day.
Posted inLetters
Letter: Trump misleads on California wildfires
On Dec. 1, 2024, I wrote an op-ed for this newspaper about the importance of maintaining our hold on the facts as Donald Trump resumes power (“Americans must not lose sight of some basic truths“). Our soon-to-be president lies daily; some of his lies are little, and some are huge. It is worth commenting on […]
Posted inFood, Recipes
This Scarborough home cook has found a meal to please even the fussiest eaters
Hint: These eaters are small, and they call her ‘Mom.’ Bonus: It’s simple to make tortillas, and your kids, like hers, may find them fun to roll.
Posted inLetters
Letter: Nuclear fusion can help combat climate change
I study nuclear physics and fusion. I firmly believe that nuclear energy and, in particular, nuclear fusion are essential for a sustainable future while maintaining our current lifestyle. If we want to continue using cars, lights and stoves, we must adopt nuclear fusion. Nuclear fusion is the process where two light atomic nuclei combine to […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: Trump’s immigration crackdown will be swift and ugly
The president-elect is fully prepared to deliver on his top priority.
Posted inBusiness, News
Hundreds of apartments proposed for Thompson’s Point
The Portland Planning Board will discuss a plan to build 255 units in a 6-story building in the rapidly growing former train yard.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: Bath Iron Works’ destroyers prove their mettle in Red Sea crisis
In protecting the free flow of commerce, these ships stand tall as symbols of American resolve and Maine ingenuity.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly, Scarborough Leader, South Portland Sentry, The Forecaster
Mainewhile: Reading, nature can lead to increased sense of community
In so many ways, Maine is just one big town. If you are boarding the bus in Boston, the odds are actually pretty good that you will know a few of your fellow passengers – and if you run into someone from Maine while traveling the globe, there’s a bond. I think this sense of […]