If there is one thing that elite opinion tends to agree about on the left and the right, it is that nationalism is a very bad thing. If anything, this view has become even more entrenched as nationalism has demonstrated its potency in recent years, from the election of Donald Trump to Britain’s vote to […]
2019
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Froma Harrop: Moderation, good manners actually win elections
Moderation along with good manners delivered impressive victories to Democrats this week. Case in point was Andy Beshear’s win over Republican incumbent Gov. Matt Bevin in the Kentucky governor’s race. Beshear’s margin was slim, it is true, but Kentucky is a state that backed Donald Trump in 2016 by 30 points. The president was so […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Refrain from arguing about inconsequential things
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nick Lachey, 46; Eric Dane, 47; Susan Tedeschi, 49; Lou Ferrigno, 68. Happy Birthday: Live and learn. Personal growth will develop slowly as the year unfolds. Conclude what’s happened, what you want to pursue and the best way to move forward. Refuse to let uncertainty stop you from achieving what […]
Posted inDear Abby
Moving in together becomes a roadblock in relationship
DEAR ABBY: I have been dating a great guy for two years. We each have two kids from a previous marriage. I am still legally married (separated almost three years) and am in the process of divorcing. My ex is stubborn and vindictive. He’s dragging this whole thing out for no good reason other than […]
Posted inFootball, Varsity Maine
WATCH: Analyzing big playoff wins by Vikings, Hornets and Ramblers
Leavitt and Winthrop/Monmouth/Hall-Dale lock up spots in regional finals.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Football: Leavitt levels Freeport in C South semifinals
The Hornets score early and often while holding the Falcons scoreless in the first half.
Posted inFootball, Local Sports, Maine colleges, Sports, Varsity Maine
Local roundup: Lewiston, Edward Little fall in Class A football playoffs
In college soccer, the UMF women advance to the conference championship with an overtime win.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Football: Oxford Hills runs over Sanford in Class A quarterfinal
Colby VanDecker rushes for 207 yards and three touchdowns and Oxford Hills’ defense limits Sanford to one first down.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Football: Ramblers run away from Spruce Mountain in D South semifinal
After Spruce Mountain loses top two quarterbacks, Winthrop finds an offensive rhythm and advances to the Class D South final with a 47-6 win.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Football: Lawrence pulls away from Mt. Blue
The Bulldogs reach third straight Pine Tree Conference Class B title game.