If only mobs were allowed to destroy federal property without consequence. Then, there wouldn’t have to be any dispute over federal agents defending a federal courthouse in Portland, Oregon; it could simply be overrun and burned to the ground with no unwelcome resistance. As it is, Portland’s Mayor Ted Wheeler, who presides over a city […]
July 2020
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Sandra Howard, in rebuttal: CMP project a bad deal for Maine
Recently Jon Breed, Central Maine Power Company’s hired gun to push its unpopular NECEC Corridor project, wrote a guest column (July 19) that was ripe with mistruths. Quite frankly, it was insulting to the hundreds of Mainers who delivered tens of thousands of signatures to qualify the referendum for the ballot. Our volunteer effort was […]
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Posted inLetters, Opinion
Martha Ridlon: Tired of political ads
After another evening of tolerating multiple and repetitive political ads, I decided to express my opinion of them. I thought there would be some respite following the recent primaries but, nay, the ads continue on, mostly for Susan Collins versus Sara Gideon. Apparently that is where the millions of campaign dollars go. I am concerned […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Thomas Standard: Troublemakers not tolerated here
As flatlanders from “away,” we have felt blessed to have chosen Maine for our retirement. I can easily understand Tucker Carlson’s selecting a neighboring small town as the best place for his family (story, July 21). One of the great things I discovered in small town Maine was that, while many of us would be […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on July 25
100 Years Ago: 1920 Auburn public library opens Wednesday after extensive alterations both inside and outside. The children’s rooms are especially attractive. 50 Years Ago: 1970 A special meeting of the Auburn School Committee will be held Monday night to clean up a few pending items before School Supt. Lewis Webber finally completes his duties […]
Posted inDear Abby
Girlfriend of 13 years can’t get stepmom’s attention
DEAR ABBY: I live with my significant other. We have been together for 13 years now. I would like to ask his stepmother why she refuses to acknowledge me. She sends holiday cards addressed only to her stepson. I am left off invitations as if I simply do not exist. Should I confront her and […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Don’t be pressured into making a change
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: James Lafferty, 35; D.B. Woodside, 51; Matt LeBlanc, 53; Illeana Douglas, 55. Happy Birthday: A chance to follow your heart and a dream will be yours if you are willing to work diligently toward your goal. Taking the time to expand your skills, strengthen your ties with experts and learn […]
Posted inBoston Red Sox, National Sports, Sports
Martinez has 3 RBIs, Red Sox beat Orioles 13-2 in opener
J.D. Martinez and Kevin Pillar each drove in three runs, and the Red Sox rolled past the Baltimore Orioles 13-2 on Friday night.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Dale Denham named to Business Transformation 150
LEWISTON — Constellation Research recognized Geiger Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer Dale Denham in its 2021 Business Transformation 150, an elite list of executives leading business transformation efforts around the globe. Denham was recognized for his continuous success in leading digital transformation efforts with significant business outcomes. Nominations from peers, industry influencers, technology […]
Posted inBusiness, Giving Back
Community Health Options donates to Tree Street Youth
LEWISTON — In a second round of COVID-19-related grant allocations, Lewiston-based Community Health Options, the state’s only nonprofit, member-led health insurance plan, donated $10,000 to Tree Street Youth. Tree Street Youth helps elementary, middle and high school students get learning enrichment, academic tutoring, college preparation, and offers internships or mentoring opportunities for 18- to 24-year-olds. […]