We are living in the Anthropocene era. Instead of meteors and volcanoes changing the climate of the planet, mankind is the agent of change. Increasing greenhouse gas, deforestation, ocean acidification, overpopulation — all of these are features of what we are doing to our home. The president does not believe in climate change, saying that […]
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FEZtival of Trees in Lewiston
Volunteers prepare for the annual fundraiser
Illegal immigration and patriotism don’t go together | Letter
One aspect of the letter “Patriotism is remembering there is only us” (Nov. 4) is puzzling. Calling immigrants “illegal aliens” is dehumanizing? A point in fact is forgotten. These immigrants have crossed the border by way of forced entry into America. So, the immigrants are foreign (alien) to our country. These unlawful immigrants are not […]
Graham Platner’s first federal disclosure offers few details on personal finances
The Hancock County oyster farmer and Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate filed his overdue financial disclosure last week, but it said little about his income.
Parents’ rights groups, backed by conservative funders, bring fight to Maine school boards
The Gardiner-area school board is one of many across the state being confronted with organized, sometimes disruptive, efforts to remake education.
Does Maine have the nation’s highest rate of French ancestry? | Fact brief
About 6.3 million Americans, or roughly 1.9% of the nation’s population, told the U.S. Census Bureau that they have French ancestry.
Livermore Falls voters approve $2.35 million for Route 17 sewer line upgrades
Residents OK’d the plan at the Nov. 13 special town meeting, clearing the way for the town to seek financing.
Jay labor mural returns after repairs to Local 14 union hall
A weatherproof replica of the historic Jay Strike Mural has been reinstalled on the front of the Local 14 union hall after recent building repairs.
Edward Little Drama Club performs ‘Little Mermaid’ for young Auburn students
Performances for the public are set for Friday-Sunday. Staff photos by Russ Dillingham
What does your Versant bill pay for?
As electricity rates continue to climb, here’s where the money ends up.