A leadership change is underway this July for the Bath Area Family YMCA, with the former COO filling in as CEO as the nonprofit searches for a new chief operating officer this summer.
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Evidence-based drug policy is reducing Maine overdose deaths. Trump’s budget could destroy it. | Opinion
We need to pressure lawmakers to resist proposals that would wipe out the progress that has been made.
Susan Collins votes ‘no’ as Senate approves Trump spending cuts and tax breaks
Collins was one of three Republican senators to vote against the bill. Vice President JD Vance broke the 50-50 tie by casting a final vote in favor.
Maine’s libraries need Sen. Collins to protect federal funding | Opinion
The agency that is the sole provider of federal support for libraries and museums nationwide is under an unprecedented assault.
Yarmouth recognizes Indigenous roots with land acknowledgement
The statement encourages citizens to learn more about the Wabanaki people who originally lived on the land. “This shouldn’t just be something symbolic,” said Councilor David Craig.
A night fit for the King at Kennebunkport’s Town House School
The Mid-Week Music series will feature Elvis covers on July 9.
Who does Susan Collins love most? | Letter
Does Susan Collins love President Trump or does she love Maine? She must choose because they are mutually exclusive. As for a “Declaration of Conscience,” Collins is no Liz Cheney (and neither is anyone else, after what happened to her). And, a Margaret Case Smith-style “Declaration” would have no effect, other than to incur Trump’s […]
The moment of truth has arrived for Maine and Medicaid | Opinion
The state’s congressional delegation needs to stand up and stop the potential cuts to Medicaid.
Is Cooper Flagg the first white American picked No. 1 in the NBA draft since 1977? | Fact brief
The Newport native was selected first overall by the Dallas Mavericks on June 25.
Brunswick High School music program reflects on successes while looking to future
There has been a cascade of accolades for Brunswick High School’s choir and band programs over the past few years. In January, choir teacher Ashley Albert was named one of the “50 Music Teachers who Make a Difference” in SBO+ Magazine. This spring, Brunswick sent six singers to the American Choral Directors Association National Conference […]