As someone who has spent many years as a hospital administrator, I know how essential nurses are to every part of our health care system. I am also grateful for the federal programs that supported my own graduate education and allowed me to enter the field of health care leadership. That support mattered, and today’s […]
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Posted inNation & World, New England, News
Police have suspect in custody over Brown University shooting that killed 2, wounded 9
Police in Rhode Island say they have a suspect in custody after a shooting at Brown University killed two people and wounded nine others.
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Posted inMaine, News
Proposed South Portland development now includes 208 housing units
A proposed development could include 68 more units than initially planned.
Posted inBusiness, Do This, Life & Culture, Maine, News
In search of a Hallmark Christmas, tourists seek out Maine
The state tourism office reported more than 3 million out-of-state visitors came to Maine between last December and April.
Posted inLetters
Time for Maine’s congressional delegation to take the gloves off | Letter
The debacle of the illegal second strike on the survivors of the alleged Venezuelan drug boat is the latest evidence that the incompetent and criminal Trump administration has got to go. Our Maine Congress members have passively stood by for 10 months while Donald Trump and his cabinet of misfits have repeatedly violated the Constitution. […]
Posted inLetters
Kudos to the Westbrook High School Marching Band | Letter
Somehow this was swept under the carpet in the paper world and I want to make sure the residents of Westbrook know about their amazing Westbrook High School Marching Band. On Nov. 1, they won first place in their division (3) at the New England Scholastic Band Association (NESBA) championship in Massachusetts. This is an […]
Posted inLetters
Portland students offered a ray of hope in dark times | Letter
The recent protest against ICE was an inspiration.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Early childhood education in Maine needs the public’s help | Opinion
These programs are doing their part every day for the state’s children and families. The rest of us must do ours to support them.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
A vacant lot and a sketch can lead to great things for Portland | Opinion
A conversation can become a plan. A lot can become a neighborhood. The former West School site is a prime example.
Posted inMaine, News
Toy Fund uses donor support to help military veterans with disabilities
One father detailed his struggles with trauma caused by the Iraq War that has left him unable to hold a regular job — and to afford holiday gifts for his kids.