As I watched the Fourth of July fireworks, I wondered where the United States is heading. Where will we be in 20 or 30 years? Recalling history, I think of the many countries and civilizations that have risen to greatness and later declined: Greece, Rome, the Incas and Spain, to name a few. We seem […]
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Greater Sanford falls in Babe Ruth World Series pool play
Sanford wraps up pool play Monday against the Philippines.
Pedestrian struck, killed by train in Scarborough
The Amtrak train struck the person around 6:10 p.m. on Saturday evening, said Scarborough Police.
Mother charged with manslaughter after toddler found dead in vehicle in Milford
Maine State Police arrested a woman from Pennsylvania after her 3-year-old was found dead Saturday evening.
Game wardens recover 2 bodies in Grand Falls Flowage
The victims were anglers from Texas and Massachusetts, and the deaths are not considered suspicious.
Red Sox score on failed hidden ball trick, but lose to Padres in 10th
San Diego is called for a balk, allowing Jarren Duran to score on the failed play, but Ramón Laureano hits an RBI single to give the Padres the win.
Bobby Charles is about love of country, not hatred of individuals | Letter
In his April 3 column, “Just who the heck is this new columnist?” Steve Collins wrote, “I’ll do my best to be truthful and fair.” His Aug. 3 column, “Maine gubernatorial candidate spreads hate on campaign trail,” shows that Steve needs to try harder. Responding to Republican gubernatorial candidate Bobby Charles’ call for Somali-born legislator […]
Maine hospitals wait years to be reimbursed for serving low-income residents
Hospitals are already under financial strain. Federal and state policies affecting Maine’s Medicaid program will only add pressure.
Mental health treatment should not be politicized | Opinion
Growing skepticism of SSRIs and other medications spells danger.
Maine’s school funding formula has long been called inequitable. Changing it is complicated.
In a July report, researchers outline issues with the formula’s reliance on property tax value, and possible solutions. Now lawmakers will be able to decide if they want to implement changes.