The state would face both economic and environmental impacts if they are eliminated as part of the budget negotiations in Washington.
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Posted inLetters
Coverage of ‘No Kings’ had the wrong focus | Letter
The spotlight should have been on the atmosphere of collaboration, not on a pair of arrests.
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Posted inBusiness, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine
Is Maine’s enthusiasm for fireworks fizzling out?
The number of stores in the state has been declining since 2018, and after an uptick during the pandemic, sales have slowed as well.
Posted inLetters
Thankful Rep. Libby’s voice is being heard again | Letter
I am writing to express my appreciation that Rep. Laurel Libby is able to vote in the House again. As we have seen, Laurel is a strong advocate for her constituents and Maine people in general. Laurel is transparent with not only her reasons for supporting or denying a bill, but also with the proceedings […]
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Maine’s improved Death With Dignity statute offers hope | Letter
I want to thank Clare Dalton for authoring the June 19 op-ed on Maine’s Death with Dignity statute (“Amend Maine’s Death with Dignity statute, reduce suffering“). Fifteen years ago, the Portland Press Herald printed an article I wrote asking for the same type of relief for people living in pain with no hope of relief […]
Posted inDo This
Here are 5 ways to find fun and entertainment in Maine this week
The band Dispatch performs in Portland, a makers market and Wyeth exhibit in Rockland, and the musical ‘Tootsie’ is in Brunswick.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture
Check out photos of Maine kids celebrating with fireworks in the 1930s and ’40s
These days it’s illegal to purchase and use fireworks in many Maine municipalities, but things were very different 80 years ago.
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The 10 movies you shouldn’t miss at the Maine International Film Festival
Now in its 28th year, the Maine International Film Festival in Waterville will include a wide variety of feature films, shorts, restored classics and international movies.
Posted inPortland Sea Dogs, Sports
Sea Dogs shut down Rumble Ponies in series finale
Portland pitcher Connelly Early allows zero hits over six innings.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Midcoast nonprofit recognized with Governor’s Award for volunteer program
Each April, nonprofits around the country recognize National Volunteer Appreciation Month! This year, Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program had even more reason to celebrate. We are honored to share that the Volunteer Program at MCHPP has won the 2025 Governor’s Award for Outstanding Nonprofit Volunteer Program by the Maine Commission for Community Service! This award […]