The secretary of defense claims, “I know exactly what I’m doing,” despite breaking every military rule about security and putting our fellow soldiers in harm’s way. This arrogance is dangerous when we add significant power and responsibility. His qualifications were questioned even before he became secretary of defense. Must we wait for disaster to codify […]
2025
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Extension announces community garden map
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension has launched an updated community garden map to help connect Mainers looking for an opportunity to plant, tend, and harvest vegetables and flowers in a communal space. The Community Garden Map includes information about local community gardens that allow individuals to have their own garden plots […]
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Bring global trade back to the negotiating table, where it belongs | Opinion
The old processes may now seem somewhat antiquated. That doesn’t mean they’re ineffective.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Food Sovereignty ordinance passed for Oxford County UT’s
Commissioners voted to support the ability of local residents to produce, sell, purchase and consume local foods and reduce government regulation.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine’s child welfare system needs urgent reform | Opinion
Our longstanding culture of deflection and double-speak has to end.
Posted inLetters
Maine’s leaders should demand LIHEAP’s reinstatement | Letter
Next winter will be here before we know it.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Patricia T. (Cote) Punch
LIVERMORE – Patricia T. (Cote) Punch, 87, a resident of Livermore, passed away on April 9, 2025, at her home surrounded …
Posted inDeath Notices
Death Notice: Patricia T. (Cote) Punch
Punch, Patricia T. (Cote) 87, of Livermore, April 9, at home. Visit 4-7 p.m., April 14, Finley Funeral Home, Livermore Falls. …
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: A creative outlet will help you see people and situations from a unique perspective.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Will Tudor, 38; Chris Gaylor, 46; Tricia Helfer, 51; Joel Grey, 93. Happy Birthday: Reach out, reconnect and explore the possibilities. Share your experience, knowledge and skills, and you’ll gain access and introductions that can help you revitalize your profile, position and opportunities. Transformation is rising, and personal growth will […]
Posted inDear Abby
Comedian brothers’ feud is no longer laughing matter
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I are the parents of three grown sons. Our middle son (“Kurt,” age 29) has been in conflict with his younger brother (“Jared,” age 26) for more than a year. Kurt started doing stand-up comedy but still works a day job to pay his bills. Jared now has also started […]