We have seen the enemy, and it is the robot. A wave of fear over automation is driving dire predictions about robots rendering swaths of Americans unemployable and has created a vogue for outlandishly stupid policy proposals. A popular idea in Silicon Valley is for a so-called universal basic income — the government would write […]
2017
Posted inConnections
Dirigo Student of April
The Dirigo High School April Student of the Month was presented to Justin Cantin at the monthly awards assembly. From left are Leon Cantin, grandfather; Mike Poulin, principal, Dirigo High School; Carol Cantin, grandmother; Jon Cantin, father; Cantin; Katie Cantin, mother; and Steve Hardy and Linda Russell, grandparents.
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Posted inObituaries
Bernice H. Page
POLAND — Bernice H. Page, 72, of Poland passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 20, at her home, surrounded by her children. She was born in Poland on May 23, 1944, the daughter of Thomas Radcliff Sr. and Sarah Coffin Radcliff. She was educated in Poland schools, married Dale Page on June 17, 1960, and had […]
Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Be the leader and push for collective accomplishments
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kelly Monaco, 41; Jewel, 43; Drew Carey, 59; Joan Collins, 84. Happy Birthday: Intensify your search for truth, justice and future goals. Put together a plan that will encourage you to stop procrastinating and start doing. Imagine what you want to accomplish and the most practical ways to move forward. […]
Posted inLetters
Save health care coverage
I hope Congress protects the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid programs across the country and here in Maine. I am very disappointed with the bill that the House passed, and I can’t believe that Rep. Bruce Poliquin supported it. I need health care insurance to go to my doctor and for my prescriptions at the […]
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Auburn American Legion member lineup
William J. Rogers Post 153, American Legion, Auburn, has elected officers for the year. From left in front are Tibby Dupius, treasurer; Steve Simard, second vice commander; Dan St. Pierre, commander; David Jacobs-Pratt, first vice commander; and Hugh Brown Jr., adjutant; back, Paul L’Heureux, state adjutant; John Pape, trustee; Jen Lane, trustee; Mike Spaulding, sergeant-at-arms; […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
During budget talks, Auburn manager proposes compensation study
AUBURN — City Manager Peter Crichton, nearing his seventh week in the role, already has some changes in mind regarding his office. On the final night of the City Council’s budget review meetings Monday, Crichton gave his budget presentation regarding the manager’s office, which includes funding a compensation study for all Auburn employees. Crichton said […]
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Lisbon schools focus on professional development
LISBON — School administrators discussed professional development, training opportunities and accomplishments during Monday night’s School Committee meeting. In her report to the committee, Kristie Morin, director of Gartley Street School, said staff regularly attends morning and afternoon meetings to maintain communication and check student plans. All staff will be certified in behavioral and professional health […]
Posted inFranklin
Wilton voters approve firetruck purchase, demolition money
WILTON — Voters approved the purchase of a 2017 rescue firetruck and appropriated $50,000 for a building demolition account at Monday’s annual town meeting. They also amended the building and property maintenance ordinance to include abandoned buildings and properties in the residential zone. A few questions arose in regards to the clarity of the ordinance […]
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Boys’ lacrosse photos: Brunswick beats Oxford Hills
Oxford Hills’ Tommy Bancroft tries to muscle his way through several Brunswick players during Monday afternoon’s game at Gouin Complex. The Dragons knocked the ball out of Bancroft’s basket and went on to dominate the Vikings, 21-0, to keep their perfect season in tact and the Vikings winless on the season. Oxford Hills’ Tommy Bancroft […]