I wish to respond to the Nov. 28 op-ed by Jeffrey Evangelos (“Graham Platner has a Blackwater problem”). I suggest Mr. Evangelos read the Dec. 5 article in Politico magazine by Michael Kruse. It’s an in-depth look at Platner, and shows him to be extremely intelligent, thoughtful and not easy to decipher. Platner did not […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, The Rangeley Highlander
The Woodsman restaurant in Kingfield closes effective immediately
Owners of The Woodsman posted a message on the restaurant’s Facebook business page, saying the café is permanently closed.
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Posted inMaine, News, Sports
Former Bates standout skier sues college for traumatic brain injury
On Oct, 12, 2024, a nearly 600-pound structure went airborne and struck Katie Watt as she trained with teammates and coaches, a lawsuit filed this week says.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
At Maine Needs, hope and dignity go hand in hand with sponges and sneakers | Richard Russo
People need essential items. They also need things that are less tangible; things that allow them to focus on something other than surviving.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Our season of gathering and gratitude need not exclude grief | Opinion
Mourning is a version of celebration.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Watch Varsity Maine’s basketball highlights from Week 2
Big plays from boys and girls basketball games.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture
A new book explores conflicts created by the seal population recovery
‘A Year with Seals’ is Midcoast journalist Alix Morris’ first book.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
How to park at the Portland International Jetport during the holidays
Most lots are near or at capacity, but you can plan ahead.
Posted inMaine, News
Mainers struggling with rising costs, mental health and child care seek Toy Fund’s help
The charity has experienced a surge in demand this year as Mainers try to provide a joyful holiday for their kids while fighting a rising tide of crises, including waitlists for care and disruptions to crucial benefits.
Posted inLetters
Remember how much language matters | Letter
The language of this administration is no different than that of Germany in the 1930s.