In the torrent of idiotic commentary unleashed by the killing of Qassem Soleimani, Colin Kaepernick’s deserves a place of honor. The NFL washout and Nike persona who makes sure the company doesn’t produce any overly patriotic sneakers tweeted, “There is nothing new about American terrorist attacks against Black and Brown people for the expansion of […]
2020
Dave Bolduc: Applause to Gov. Mills
Maine’s new governor is a breath of fresh air, much unlike the former administration. Her promise of cleaner air by 2050 and her weekly radio address give me a better sense of pride for my home state. If the other 49 state administrators follow suit, I see a better country in which to live. Dave […]
Froma Harrop: Energizer Bunny Biden spooks the Left
Throughout this unsettling conflict with Iran, Joe Biden has stood out as a calming Democratic voice, speaking of the stakes and challenges with deep knowledge of foreign policy. Just another reason for activists on the left backing Bernie Sanders or Elizabeth Warren to lose their minds. The news for them hasn’t been great of late. […]
Scorpio: Make an alteration in your approach to life
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amanda Peet, 48; Mary J. Blige, 49; Kim Coles, 58; Naomi Judd, 74. Happy Birthday: Take your time, think matters through and refuse to let emotions take over or lead you astray. Concentrate on your objective this year, not what others are doing or situations you cannot change. Turn any […]
Absence from guest list hurts old friend of groom’s mother
DEAR ABBY: I have had a friend, “Kimberly,” for 52 years, ever since first grade. We went all through school together. Teachers described her as a “social butterfly.” My dad described her as a “phony.” She’s an extrovert with a nice personality and many friends. I am more of an introvert, but I do have […]
Junior hockey: Nordiques stun division-leading Titans with a blowout win
Cannon Green has two goals for the Maine Nordiques, and Isaiah Fox and Noah Kane each contribute a goal and two assists. L/A Nordiques also pick up a win Friday.
Ending denials, Iran says its military ‘unintentionally’ shot down Ukrainian jetliner
The government, which had repeatedly rejected such accusations, blames ‘human error’ for the downing of the Boeing 737 that killed all 176 aboard.
Quick starts aren’t enough for Mariners in 3-2 loss
Division leading Newfoundland rallies twice and extends its winning streak to seven.
Girls basketball: Mountain Valley grounds Spruce Mountain
Seniors Kierstyn Lyons, Avery Sevigny and Saydie Garbarini help steer Falcons to 48-37 victory.
Local roundup: Kiley Merritt clutch in Lisbon girls’ win over Dirigo
Merritt makes go-ahead basket for Greyhounds. Also, Davin Mason paces Telstar boys in win over Carrabec, and more from Friday.