On March 1 of this year, a new executive order declared English the official language of the United States. The order proclaimed that “it is in America’s best interest for the Federal Government to designate one — and only one — official language. Establishing English as the official language will not only streamline communication but […]
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A plea to Republican lawmakers everywhere (especially in Congress)
Making good laws is not rocket science — it is even harder, and more complicated, than shooting rockets into space. (Take note, Elon!) The representative form of democracy that has served our nation well for 250 years involves an intricate web of human interactions, solid principles and guiding values, rules and procedures; it requires knowledge […]
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Sustaining our trains
In the Midcoast, we are lucky to have Amtrak trains coming as far north as Brunswick. Unfortunately, almost half of North America’s population cannot take a train to get where they want to go. What can we do about that? We can support sustainable train infrastructure by taking electric trains whenever possible, studying the transit […]
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Preventing homelessness, strengthening communities
This winter, as heating bills rise and food costs remain high, many families are finding it harder to keep up. At Tedford Housing, we hear daily from households on the brink — those facing unexpected expenses that threaten their housing stability. Whether it’s an increase in rent, a medical emergency that drains savings or the […]
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From the Chocolate Church: A day of music, art and permaculture at the CCAC
These days at the Chocolate Church Arts Center, there’s the feeling of an element of surprise, of not knowing what will come next. This week alone, “The Mousetrap” had an amazing run in our new and improving Annex. The CCAC Art Lab conducted an offsite parade workshop for 160 Morse High School freshmen. And on […]
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Chase away winter blues with comedy ‘Halfway There’ at The Public Theatre
From the author of “Lunenberg” and “The Ladies Foursome” comes “Halfway There,” a hilarious and heartwarming comedy about the unshakeable bonds of female friendship playing March 14-23 at The Public Theatre in Lewiston. The Public Theatre describes the show as “Steel Magnolias” meets “The Golden Girls.” Four lovable ladies meet every day for coffee and […]
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Damariscotta boutique opens second location on Main Street
Beal House, formerly known as Weatherbird, recently opened a second location at 153 Main St. in Damariscotta. Beal House Annex brings the business’s carefully curated boutique collection — including women’s clothing, jewelry and accessories — to the heart of downtown. The new Main Street space, previously home to Se Vende, became available last fall, and […]
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Guest conductor leads Midcoast Symphony Orchestra in fire-themed program
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra continues its 35th season with a concert titled “Passionate & Fiery Compositions” in Lewiston on March 22 and in Topsham on March 23. Guest conductor Hiroya Miura, associate professor of music at Bates College, will lead the orchestra in these fire-themed performances. Miura has chosen Robert Schumann’s “Symphony No. 2” as the […]
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Last chance to see two exhibitions at Bowdoin College’s Arctic Museum
Bowdoin College will say goodbye to two exhibitions at the Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum, “Collections and Recollections: Objects and the Stories They Tell” and “Northern Nightmares: Monsters in Inuit Art,” on March 23. “Collections and Recollections” is one of the inaugural exhibits on view since May 2023 when the museum opened in its new location at […]
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Cooking at the Cove: For St. Patrick’s Day, the simpler the better
With St. Patrick’s Day coming up, I’m remembering the homey suppers I’ve enjoyed in the Land of Green and wanted to recreate one for you. Irish food is satisfying fare that some would consider to be quite plain. However, this supper not only reminds me of my heritage but also of how delicious a meal […]