Anyone interested in attending a hometown-style Fourth of July should put the celebration at the South Portland Historical Society at Bug Light Park on his calendar for next year. Benjamin Franklin reading the Declaration of Independence at noon is the main attraction – John Kierstead, dressed in appropriate garb, plays the part to perfection. I […]
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Lakes Region Weekly
ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS: Senior-centered programs fill calendar
The summer months are overflowing with special events and activities – we get notices every day of programs and happenings that are especially for seniors. Here are some recent items for this part of southern Maine: Catered lunch at Unity Gardens – On Thursday, Aug. 8, the Community Cafe? will have a catered lunch at […]
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ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS: Senior-centered programs fill calendar
The summer months are overflowing with special events and activities – we get notices every day of programs and happenings that are especially for seniors. Here are some recent items for this part of southern Maine: Catered lunch at Unity Gardens – On Thursday, Aug. 8, the Community Cafe? will have a catered lunch at […]
Posted inCurrent, Southern Forecaster
Former game warden to speak at library
South Portland Public Library presents an evening with author and retired Maine Game Warden John Ford, on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be at the Main Library located at 482 Broadway in South Portland. Ford has written two memoirs of his thrilling and often funny adventures as a Maine Game Warden: […]
Posted inCurrent, Southern Forecaster
Former game warden to speak at library
South Portland Public Library presents an evening with author and retired Maine Game Warden John Ford, on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be at the Main Library located at 482 Broadway in South Portland. Ford has written two memoirs of his thrilling and often funny adventures as a Maine Game Warden: […]
Posted inCurrent, Southern Forecaster
Former game warden to speak at library
South Portland Public Library presents an evening with author and retired Maine Game Warden John Ford, on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be at the Main Library located at 482 Broadway in South Portland. Ford has written two memoirs of his thrilling and often funny adventures as a Maine Game Warden: […]
Posted inCurrent, Southern Forecaster
Former game warden to speak at library
South Portland Public Library presents an evening with author and retired Maine Game Warden John Ford, on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be at the Main Library located at 482 Broadway in South Portland. Ford has written two memoirs of his thrilling and often funny adventures as a Maine Game Warden: […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Forecaster Opinion
LETTERS: Setting the record straight
Karen D’Andrea, a Scarborough constituent of Representative Amy Volk, recently submitted two letters that inaccurately reflect my voting record. After I informed Ms. D’Andrea that she was in error, she wrote a disappointing correction. The letters state that I opposed LD 1181, a bill which involved further regulation of bisphenol A (BPA), a key component […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Forecaster Opinion, Southern Forecaster
LETTERS: Appreciate Medicare’s journey
This month Medicare turns 48. Since Medicare was signed into law July 30, 1965, by President Johnson, the program has helped millions of people 65-plus, as well as many younger Americans with disabilities get the health care coverage they need. Prior to the creation of Medicare, only half of the older adults in the United […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Forecaster Opinion
LETTERS: Follow rules on land trust properties
Scarborough Land Trust (SLT) relies on many partnerships and public support to conserve land for public benefit. Many visitors with dogs enjoy our trails at Libby River Farm, Fuller Farm, Sewell Woods, and Broadturn Farm. We ask dog-owners to be considerate of others by following some simple rules. Please pick up your dog waste and […]