I have been carefully watching, with concern, the community discussion about Regional School Unit 16’s attempt to educate the voters about Question 2 in the June 14 referendum vote. There appears to be a concerted effort by some public officials from Poland and Minot to make the school budget process harder. From my observations they […]
2022
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Winthrop resident, Kents Hill School senior earns $5K scholarship
Jackson Melendy of Winthrop, a senior at Kents Hill School in Readfield, was awarded a Mainely Character Scholarship for $5,000. These are awarded annually to Maine high school seniors who demonstrate exemplary concern for others, responsibility, integrity and courage. Jackson was selected from 375 scholarship applicants statewide; his scholarship is sponsored by Market Decisions in […]
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Posted inCommunity, Connections
Ag department to allow producers to request voluntary contract termination
Additional flexibilities have been announced to help address threats to global food security.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Don Berry: Rabasco should replace Robinson as tri-county DA
I am pleased to see District Attorney Andrew Robinson nominated and confirmed as Maine District Court Judge. Andrew’s outstanding service to Oxford, Franklin and Androscoggin counties was exceptional. But we now need a replacement who can carry on this good work. Edward Rabasco has announced he is a write-in candidate for this important office. Ed […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Cal Thomas: Predictable commencement addresses
Time was when many commencement speeches at major universities were about America and its values and what graduates could expect in the future. In recent years, they have become a political capstone on the progressive ideas imposed upon them in their classes and textbooks.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Livermore officials consider professional to assist with economic development
Assistance could help the town, which competes with those better marketed or more well known.
Posted inPortland Sea Dogs, Sports
Hartford uses two good innings to beat Sea Dogs, 5-3
The Yard Goats score twice in the fourth and three times in the sixth to take the series-opening win at Hadlock Field.
Posted inBoston Celtics, Sports
NBA Finals: Celtics back in Boston, hoping to defend home court
Golden State has won at least one road game in 26 consecutive playoff series, while Boston is just 5-4 at home in these playoffs.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Maranacook students express their excitement as 98 graduate
The graduation took place at the Augusta Civic Center on Tuesday.