I get my hard news from many sources, your papers, The Economist, TV, online, but I want to communicate that, hard news aside, I appreciate good writing. In particular I want you to know that I subscribe to (winter) the Sun Journal and (summer) the Press Herald — largely for the quality of the writing. […]
2026
Posted inLetters
Why I’m supporting Jordan Wood for Congress | Letter
The Maine native understands the affordability challenges facing the state’s working families.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Portland’s short-term rental restrictions are backfiring | Opinion
Intended to increase housing availability and affordability, the opposite is happening.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Lorraine “Shirley” L’Heureux
LYMAN – Lorraine “Shirley” L’Heureux entered eternal peace in the early hours of Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, in her home surrounded …
Posted inDeath Notices
Death Notice: Lorraine “Shirley” L’Heureux
L’Heureux, Lorraine “Shirley” 90, of Lyman, Jan. 9, at home. Mass 11 a.m., Jan. 24, St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish, Holy …
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Times Record Sports, Varsity Maine
Mt. Ararat girls basketball beats Bangor in defensive battle
The Eagles use a 16-0 run spanning the second and third quarters to separate from the Rams.
Posted inMaine Celtics, Sports
Maine Celtics’ 5-game winning streak ends in Wisconsin
The Celtics, playing without leading scorer Ron Harper Jr., lose for the first time in 2026.
Posted inMaine Mariners, Sports
Maine Mariners lose to Worcester in shootout
The Mariners settle for one point after scoring the tying goal late in regulation.
Posted inMaine, News
Border Patrol orders ‘rapid’ acquisition of cold-weather apparel for Maine’s sector
There are no records of similar orders to U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Houlton Sector in the past 15 years.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Boys Hockey, Girls Basketball, Girls Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
High schools Friday: Greely girls basketball leans on defense against Fryeburg
The Rangers improve to 9-3 by shutting down the Raiders.