Computers and internet access will be loaned out in a collaborative project aimed at overcoming a key obstacle to employment.
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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 […]
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People and Business: Dec. 27
Hires, promotions, appointments Caitlin DiMillo, a senior vice president and client advisor at Spinnaker Trust, was promoted to principal. She joined the firm in 2015 and was the firm’s chief trust officer for five years. Tricia Tompkins has been promoted to director of new business and client relations for Migis Hotel Group and Paul Raudonat […]
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Coastal Journal Meetings: Dec. 29-Jan. 5
Brunswick Tue. 1/2 6:30 p.m. Marine Resource Committee Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 1/3 4 p.m. Town Manager Recruitment Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 1/3 5 p.m. Conservation Commission Zoom, Town Hall Topsham Tue. 1/2 4 p.m. Comp. Plan Implementation Town Hall
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Cooking at the Cove: Tenderloin for any occasion and a versatile nut mix
The holidays are upon us with all the joy, extra activities and delightful culinary treats. While some of us will become exhausted attempting to outdo what we did last year, let’s go easy on ourselves, OK? You can still create some lovely meals and treats for the season without overextending your energy or your budget. […]
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Arts Calendar: Dec. 22-29
Comedy Friday 12/22 “An Improvised Holiday Special”: 7 p.m., The Hill Arts, 76 Congress St., Portland. $15 advance, $20 at door. 18-plus. thehillarts.me Don’t Tell Comedy: 8 p.m., location revealed day-of, East Bayside, Portland. $25. 21-plus. donttellcomedy.com Talk Of The Town Comedy Show: 8 p.m., Maine House Of Comedy, 77 Free St., Portland. $20. eventbrite.com […]
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People and Business: Dec. 20
Hires, promotions, appointments Tripp Harrison has been named president and CEO of Goodwill Northern New England, which serves Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. He was formerly the president and CEO of Goodwill of South Mississippi. Jennifer Lanphear, education programs manager for the Finance Authority of Maine, has been elected president of the National Association of […]
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Community Calendar: Dec. 22-29
Holiday events Through 12/23 Polar Express train rides: Various times, 49 Thames St., Portland. $35. mainenarrowgauge.org Through 12/31 Two Sisters in Maine Artisan Fairs: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 124 Main St., Freeport. visitfreeport.com Books/Authors Ongoing Blurb Club in Mechanics’ Hall: Noon, every […]
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Coastal Journal Meetings: Dec. 22-29
Brunswick Tue. 12/26 6 p.m. Planning Board Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 12/27 10 a.m. Staff Review Committee Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 12/27 4 p.m. Town Manager Recruitment Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 12/27 6 p.m. Rivers/Coastal Waters Commission Zoom, Town Hall Thu. 12/28 9:30 a.m. People Plus Trustees People Plus Thu. 12/28 5 p.m. Bike/Pedestrian Advisory […]