There are a lot of popular DIY (do it yourself) books and television shows. Sometimes DIY projects end up costing more than they save, because individuals don’t have the tools or experience to properly complete the project. I made this mistake more than 35 years ago, when I tried to change the oil and filter […]
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South Portland moves to ban smoking
SOUTH PORTLAND – South Portland is one step closer to snuffing out cigarettes from all public spaces. On Monday, the City Council voted unanimously to adopt the first reading of a new ordinance designed to ban the use of tobacco products within 25 feet of all parks, beaches and outdoor recreation facilities owned and/or operated […]
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DOWN THE ROAD A PIECE – The new office buzz
The other day I was at an office I go to occasionally, attending to a few very important things, when the new office copier started making a high-pitched unidentifiable noise that made my ear drums ring as if I’d been using a dentist’s drill for a Q-Tip. I turned to one of the secretaries and […]
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EDITORIAL – Maine doesn't need new curbs on voting
To Maine’s credit, independence, common sense and self-reliance have always been hallmarks of state politics. That reputation, however, took a hit last week as the Legislature passed a bill born out of the cynical partisanship of national politics with the aim of helping Republicans win elections across the country. LD 1376, “An Act to Preserve […]
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BOYS LACROSSE: Storm beat Trojans to reach state finals
SCARBOROUGH – When you’re facing a dynasty, on the road, in the biggest game of the season, the last thing you want to do is surrender a six spot in the first quarter. Yet that’s exactly what the Thornton Academy boys lacrosse team did on Wednesday afternoon in the Western Class A final, as the […]
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BOYS LACROSSE: Cape's season ends in regional final
CAPE ELIZABETH – The Cape Elizabeth boys lacrosse team’s quest for yet another Class B West title came up short on Wednesday as the Capers lost 11-9 on the road to Falmouth in the regional championship game. But the Capers didn’t go down without a fight. Trailing 11-5 with just over four minutes to go, […]
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BOYS LACROSSE: Cape's season ends in regional final
CAPE ELIZABETH – The Cape Elizabeth boys lacrosse team’s quest for yet another Class B West title came up short on Wednesday as the Capers lost 11-9 on the road to Falmouth in the regional championship game. But the Capers didn’t go down without a fight. Trailing 11-5 with just over four minutes to go, […]
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GIRLS LACROSSE: Scarborough in state final
SCARBOROUGH – The Scarborough girls lacrosse team is heading back to the state championship game. The Red Storm won the Class A Western title on Wednesday, getting past No. 3 Kennebunk, 9-6. The Storm got three goals from Kelsey Howard in the game and Mary Scott had two goals of her own. Scarborough (13-1) will […]
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GIRLS LACROSSE: Scarborough in state final
SCARBOROUGH – The Scarborough girls lacrosse team is heading back to the state championship game. The Red Storm won the Class A Western title on Wednesday, getting past No. 3 Kennebunk, 9-6. The Storm got three goals from Kelsey Howard in the game and Mary Scott had two goals of her own. Scarborough (13-1) will […]
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Scarborough takes regional softball title
SCARBOROUGH – For years the Scarborough softball team has been seeking an answer for South Portland. It turns out the solution was just to play Mo. Scarborough junior pitcher Mo Hannan, who hasn’t allowed a run all postseason, continued the streak in perhaps the most challenging arena imaginable – a rematch with the Red Riots. […]