Through My Lens: Maine embodies true American dream, not Hollywood version

New immigrants to Maine quickly find that Maine is not the America portrayed by Hollywood. I shockingly learned that firsthand 10 years ago. Maine is not the bustling streets of Boston, the iconic skyline of New York or the glitz and glamor of L.A. or Vegas. Crowded streets, taxis zooming around and bars frequented by […]

Letter: Hypocrisy is embedded in our national anthem

In 2016, was it disrespectful or an act of real courage, when Colin Kaepernick “took a knee” while the National Anthem was sung? It is the latter – why? His silent and powerfully visible act drew national attention to the hypocrisy embedded within said anthem, namely “O’er the land of the free and the home […]

Santa and his Christmasaurus

SUP, Santa?

Through My Lens: Help immigrants navigate threat of Trump’s return

Former President Trump’s recent derogatory remarks on immigrants, including the alarming statement, “They are poisoning the blood of our country,” have sent shockwaves through Maine’s immigrant community. The looming prospect of Trump’s return, coupled with his policy proposals like advocating for the “largest deportation operation in history,” has instilled fear as the 2024 election approaches. […]

It Happened in Windham: Walter Corey was master of mass production

Not too many people in Windham today are familiar with the area of town referred to as Great Falls. Located just past the rotary on Windham Center Road, it is now a small neighborhood of lovely 19th century homes, but two centuries ago, it was a small business hub. There had been sawmills in this […]

Inside Bridgton: Dec. 15

Winter Solstice Walk Join the Lakes Environmental Association on Friday, Dec. 22, from 1-3 p.m. to celebrate the winter solstice and the days growing longer. Walk the trails at the Highland Research Forest (off Summit Drive on the northern end of Highland Lake) to do some winter tracking and learn about animals that are active […]

Hanukkah celebration in Westbrook

Forum: County to host listening session on homelessness in Lakes Region

When you hear about people struggling with homelessness, it’s natural to think of the growing crisis in Portland and other big cities. But a person can experience homelessness or housing insecurity anywhere – including the Lakes Region. We know this to be true; we’ve heard too many examples in our small towns of families living […]

Mainewhile: Think outside the box for gift giving this year

The odds are good that, no matter what your religious affiliation, you are currently in the midst of the holiday gift giving bonanza also known as the month of December. I’ve heard tales of people so organized, so prepared, that their holiday shopping is already complete. Can this be true? Who are you people? My […]