Daira Smith-Rodriguez, who spent nearly 15 years as a civilian contracting officer for the U.S. Air Force, announced her candidacy Thursday.
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Posted inLetters
Charlie Kirk column was irresponsible | Letter
It was with dismay that I read Steve Collins’ Sept. 16 column, “Charlie Kirk was wrong about Maine.” I lived in Maine from 2001 to 2018 and still have family who live in Maine. I travel to Maine, often. It is clear to anyone being honest that the quality of life in Maine is declining. […]
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Posted inMaine, News
Harbor burning reenactment gives a look at Portland’s role in Revolutionary War
Visitors to the Maine State Pier on Saturday relived the bombardment of Portland Harbor by the British that took place during the Burning of Falmouth in 1775.
Posted inMaine
South Portland Food Cupboard receives $35,000 grant
A grant will bring in a new refrigeration unit, supporting longer hours, pre-order pickups and more fresh produce for families in need.
Posted inMaine, News
Skyline Farm celebrates 25 years of conservation, carriages and community
The North Yarmouth nonprofit was established in 2000 as a way to preserve the historic farmland from development and has been open for recreation and education since.
Posted inTimes Record
‘Be sticky’ by being memorable | Column
As briefly as I can, I want to address something before we dive into this week’s column on stickiness. I received some direct feedback on last week’s column about the need to be willing to change when selecting new leaders. The genesis of the column is because four local leaders in the three weeks notified […]
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
MaineHealth launches membership-based primary care model
The new system is based on monthly fees and aims to improve access to health care providers.
Posted inLetters
Republicans are wrong about diversity and inclusion | Letter
I do not understand how every Republican member of the U.S. House and Senate (yes, this includes Sen. Susan Collins) can stand by and watch the cruelty and inhumanity on display every single day by individuals who seem to have a complete disregard for kindness and empathy. Does no one have a conscience or an ounce […]
Posted inHearts of Pine, Sports
Hearts of Pine rout Richmond in the rain
Masashi Wada notches a hat trick in a Virginia downpour.
Posted inMaine, News
Standish adopts permanent changes to transfer station schedule
The changes, which were trialed over the course of the summer, extend the number of days the station is open from four to six.