The world we live in, and the news and opinions that help shape that world, never stop changing. The business of news constantly changes, too. We’re always trying to fine-tune the product we present to our readers and advertisers. This week, I’m happy to introduce the latest change at The Forecaster: Julie McDonald and her […]
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Forecaster Forum: USM finances shouldn't be lampooned, cannot be ignored
I was sorry to read Mike Langworthy’s unnecessarily sarcastic column regarding the challenges of putting the University of Southern Maine on a sound and sustainable footing (“The View From Away: USM is open for business (poets need not apply),” March 31). Although the column tried to imply that changes at USM are gutting the arts […]
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The Universal Notebook: A soldier's defense
When I first met my friend Don Snyder in 1978, he was just getting started on the investigation and writing that resulted in “A Soldier’s Disgrace,” a 1987 book about his attempt to exonerate Maj. Ronald Alley, a Bar Harbor native who was a prisoner of war in Korea for three years and then served […]
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Superintendent's Notebook: CEOs spend a day as Portland principals
Christopher Claudio will take off time from his job as chief executive officer of Winxnet, a Portland-based IT outsourcing and consulting firm, to spend a day as the “principal” of King Middle School. Claudio is one of 17 leaders of local businesses and nonprofit groups who are participating in the Portland Public Schools’ second annual […]
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Letter: Portland dog owners must be vigilant about Baxter Woods
Many thanks to The Forecaster for its front-page coverage of the possible leash law change in Baxter Woods. Those who walk their dogs in that wonderful space have heard those rumors for months. As stated in the article, dogs have been allowed off the leash in Baxter Woods for over 70 years. It would be […]
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Arts Calendar: April 16-29
Greater Portland Books & Authors Saturday 4/19 “Pigs Can’t Swim” author signing with Helen Peppe, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Nonesuch Books, 50 Market St., South Portland, 799-2659. Comedy Saturday 4/26 Bill Burr, 10:30 p.m., State Theater, 609 Congress St., Portland, 956-6000, $35. Film Thursday 4/17 An Evening with New England Film Academy, short films and giveaways, […]
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Community Calendar: April 16-29
Greater Portland Benefits Saturday 4/26 Chowder Challenge, to benefit Project G.R.A.C.E., 4:30-6:30 p.m., Blue Point Congregational Church, 236 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, 883-3773, registration required by April 18. Bulletin Board Friday 4/18 The Freeport Woman’s Club meeting, 1 p.m., Freeport Community Library, 10 Library Drive, Freeport, speaker Wyn Fowler, 865-3307. Saturday 4/19 Spring Craft Fair, […]
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Health care law blasted at conservative summit in N.H.
But potential Republican contenders for the White House disagree on entitlement programs.
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Maine violin maker repairs a cherished instrument
When Mark O’Connor’s instrument shattered, he asked Jonathan Cooper to fix it.
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Sea Dogs rout Rock Cats
Shortstop prospect Devin Marrero shows he can hit, too, leading Portland to an 11-2 win.