A few words about walls. Unsurprisingly, the one Donald Trump is trying to build on the southern border — the one he swore Mexico would pay for — has proven, like most things he touches, an embarrassing failure. First came news early this month that smugglers have been able to cut through the barrier with […]
2019
Posted inMaine, News, Uncategorized
Maine foster children linger in state care longer than most states
Extended stays – the state’s 21-month-long median duration is the nation’s third-highest – contribute to worse outcomes for children, research suggests.
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Posted inOut & About, Skiing
Where to downhill ski and snowboard in Maine
Find the best mountain for you.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland considers ban on face-scanning technology
Civil rights advocates fear the proliferating facial recognition technology will be used to conduct mass surveillance of innocent civilians without probable cause.
Posted inOut & About
Quiz: Which winter activity is right for you?
Here’s some help figuring out how to spend your time in the cold weather – and not waste it.
Posted inOut & About
Maine winter reading list
Books that best suit the season from Islandport Press.
Posted inOut & About
View Finder: Drink in the city from Top of the East
The Westin Portland Harborview’s top-floor lounge reflects the hotel’s history.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Losing to Eagles still bugs Patriots’ Tom Brady, but also motivates him
Falling in Super Bowl two years ago still bothers New England quarterback, even though the Patriots rebounded to win their sixth title last season.
Posted inLocal Sports, Sports, UMaine Sports
Men’s basketball: Diabate’s 18 carry Portland past Maine
Tahirou Diabate posts 18 points as Portland beats Maine in Oregon.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Leroy “Roy” James Barry
NAPLES, Fla. – Leroy “Roy” James Barry, 81, of Naples, Fla., Scarborough and Long Island, Maine, passed away peacefully on Oct. …