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  • Published
    June 2, 2020

    Letter: Me Too movement effective, but not every accusation true

    It is obviously important to hear women’s voices on the issue of sexual harassment. I totally agree with Edgar Allen Beem’s piece, “Do we really have to believe all women?” (Forecaster, May 5, 2020)  My answer is, No. Tara Reade accused Joe Biden of sexually assaulting her many years ago.  My question to her would […]

  • Published
    June 2, 2020

    Letter: Vote for high speed internet for all

    As the father of two, I know how important it is for my kids to have access to high speed internet. All children in Maine are completing their school year from home due to the coronavirus pandemic. As a parent, I’m responsible for making sure they complete their classes, stay in touch with their classmates, […]

  • Published
    May 29, 2020

    Inside Raymond: May 29

    Church welcomes pastor The Rev. Petra Smyth is the new leader of the Raymond Village Community Church, effective Monday, June 1. Smyth has 10 years of church and pastoral leadership experience. She began her career in clinical pastoral education at Maine Medical Center and received a Master of Divinity degree at Bangor Theological Seminary. Smyth […]

  • Published
    May 29, 2020

    Inside Gray: May 29

    Bulky waste OK The Gray Transfer and Recycling Center, 15 Seagull Drive, will begin accepting bulky waste and demolition and construction debris (sheetrock, plaster, wood waste, vinyl siding, shingles, carpeting) on Wednesday, June 3. It will accept furniture and mattresses beginning Saturday, June 6.  Anyone conducting a transaction must wear a face covering, and checks […]

  • Published
    May 29, 2020

    Bicentennial Maine: Windham

    In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, the Lakes Region Weekly is featuring historical highlights from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.

  • Published
    May 28, 2020

    Letter: ‘Campaign of constant grievance’ logic does not follow

    I agree with John Balentine’s opinion that Mainers have heard many “hair-brained” schemes and lies during the current pandemic: it’s all somebody else’s fault, it’ll all be over soon – like a miracle! – and a swig of chlorine bleach could be a cure. I agree it can be hard for some people to distinguish […]

  • Published
    May 28, 2020

    Maine Bicentennial: Westbrook

    In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, the American Journal is featuring historical highlights from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.

  • Published
    May 27, 2020

    Gorham fire chief to leave post after 36 years

    Robert Lefevbre will retire in July.

  • Published
    May 26, 2020

    Mainewhile: Think of masks as pants for your face

    It wasn’t really all that long ago that it was commonplace to sit down in a restaurant, even in the non-smoking section (often designated by a line on the floor) and be surrounded by tendrils of cigarette smoke from the person seated behind you. Once the health implications of second hand smoke became known, things […]

  • Published
    May 26, 2020

    Forum: Guards, Reserves continue to proudly serve country during pandemic

    Our country is facing its most serious medical challenges in more than a century. Fortunately, amazing groups of people are helping us cope with the pandemic. They range from medical personnel and first responders to transportation and food supply workers. Another group includes 24 Maine National Guard soldiers and airmen who were trained in April […]