Shane Bouchard and the Ku Klux Klan text message gives more evidence to the well known quote about those who forget history are doomed to repeat it. Previous generations of Maine’s Franco-Americans often talked about the times when the Ku Klux Klan was active in their neighborhoods. In fact, the Klan was visibly spreading hate […]
2019
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Robert Samuelson: President Trump’s fantasy budget
Samuelson points out unrealistic expectations within the president’s proposed 2020 national budget.
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Posted inLetters, Opinion
Safiya Khalid: Tired of racist rhetoric
Khalid urges Lewiston residents to elect a mayor who will not engage in racist rhetoric.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Froma Harrop: Pelosi Is right to go against impeachment
Harrop contends that impeachment proceedings against the president are not worth the hassle.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Aranka Matolcsy: World Down Syndrome Day March 21
Matolcsy alerts readers that World Down Syndrome Day comes every March 21.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Jenn Carter: After school program at risk
Carter points out that the president’s budget proposal eliminates funding for after school programs.
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on March 16
100 years ago: 1919 The regular meeting of the Philharmonic will be held next Wednesday evening as entertainment in the form of a Lenten musical will be held at the Webster Grammar school in Auburn. The High St. Congregational quartet will be assisted by the club in the program. 50 years ago: 1969 Richard Babb […]
Posted inDear Abby
Husband’s about-face on adoption has wife unsure of their future
DEAR ABBY: When I first started dating my boyfriend seven years ago, I told him that I wanted to someday adopt a child. He said he would like his own children first, but adoption would be “cool.” We now have two children, 5 and 3, and I’m ready to adopt. We’re financially able to support […]
Posted inConnections
Totally Trades Conference to be held at CMCC in May
This hands-on, half-day conference is designed to encourage girls to consider careers in fields traditionally populated by men.
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Avoid temptation and manipulation
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Joel Embiid, 25; Judah Friedlander, 50; Lauren Graham, 52; Victor Garber, 70. Happy Birthday: Balance and integrity will make a difference to the way things turn out this year. Size up every situation you face and consider the outcome before you venture down a path that is unfamiliar. Analyze every […]