In one case, Maine diners will get a discount on their check in return.
2020
Posted inMaine, Skiing, Sports, Varsity Maine
Ski wax linked to forever chemicals – and a ‘dirty secret’ – to be banned
Because the high-fluoro product costs so much, some high school coaches say its competitive edge goes only to Maine’s most affluent communities.
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Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News
In problem-plagued Haiti, Maine aid group endures
Ten years after a devastating earthquake, some fear the Caribbean country remains a lost cause. By engaging local residents in the ongoing recovery, Konbit Sante is changing that narrative.
Posted inNews, Schools & Education
Each year, Maine’s K-12 schools waste about 7 million pounds of food
Student efforts at King Middle School in Portland, which include sorting cafeteria food into five categories and using ‘compost guardians,’ reflect the state’s move toward reducing that number.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Gerard M. Berube
AUBURN – Gerard M. Berube, 91, of Lewiston. As we announce the passing of Gerry, father, grandfather, and a friend to …
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Obituary: Beverly A. Errington
PORTLAND – Beverly A. Errington passed into glorious heaven the morning of Jan. 28, 2020 to meet her Savior. Her children …
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Obituary: Virginia Hastings Gamble
BETHEL – Virginia Hastings Gamble, a woman devoted to family and her community, passed away Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020 at the …
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Obituary: Lauraine I. Dupuis
Lauraine I. Dupuis<FP>B1943 – 2020<FP>BAUGUSTA – Lauraine I. “Laurie” Dupuis, 76, of Augusta, died in hospice care at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation, Graybirch …
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Obituary: Phyllis Marion Briggs
DIXFIELD – Phyllis Marion Briggs, 94, of Dixfield, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020, at her daughter’s home in …
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Thomas Skolfield: Embrace independent dispute resolution
Having represented rural communities in our state Legislature for five years, I know how vitally important access to premier doctors and health care facilities is for our families. That’s why surprise medical billing has become such an acute issue in our state and area, one that not only threatens the financial well-being of our residents […]