I write in response to Nancy Leeman (“Being white doesn’t always mean privilege,” April 9). I sympathize with her story of a difficult and abusive childhood — how couldn’t I? Hearing the term “white privilege” can feel like an attack. I know that; I am a white person who has bristled at it in the […]
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Posted inCommunity, Connections
Lewiston health nonprofit awards 8 grants
Locally, grants were awarded to agencies in Farmington, Hallowell and Lewiston.
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Posted inCommunity, Connections
Benefit adult spelling bee set for May 15
The virtual event is to be hosted by the Monmouth Community Players.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Cal Thomas: Power back to the people
The reason government has become so dysfunctional and unwieldy is that it has for too long exceeded the boundaries originally set for it. The Founders wanted government to be limited, so the people would be mostly unlimited in their pursuit of happiness, accompanied by individual responsibility and accountability.
Posted inSports
Baseball notebook: Manfred: 70% of players, on-field staff have had shots
MLB told players on March 29 that COVID-19 protocol restrictions would be relaxed when 85% of Tier 1 personnel are vaccinated.
Posted inBaseball, Boys Lacrosse, Softball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Local roundup: Mountain Valley quiets Spruce Mountain after quick start
The Falcons get their first softball win of the season; Poland softball, while Poland baseball and St. Dom’s boys lacrosse suffer close losses.
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Garrett Richards’ strong start lifts Red Sox past Mets, 2-1
The pitcher acquired in the offseason makes his best start of the season, striking out 10 in seven innings.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Mark LaFlamme
Street Talk: News that punches you in the gut
Maybe the perfect reporter would be one who is never personally affected by anything that comes his way. Just writes up all the grim facts, collects his check and moves along in a cold and clinical way.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Lewiston approves $1.75 million FedEx building expansion
• Agren’s new headquarters and big plans in Auburn
• Feel like you get a lot of calls asking about your vehicle’s extended warranty? It’s because in Maine, you are.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Photo Album: Lewiston-Auburn soaks in the sun
Scenes from a glorious spring afternoon Tuesday.