Worcester Polytechnic Institute names dean’s list WORCESTER, Mass. — The criteria for the Worcester Polytechnic Institute dean’s list differs from most other universities, as WPI does not compute a grade point average (GPA). Instead, WPI defines the dean’s list by the amount of work completed at the A level in courses and projects. Area students […]
Alex Lear
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Alex Lear is a lifelong Mainer who has spent 25 years in journalism -- the first 20 as a reporter for newspapers in Damariscotta and Falmouth, then as Opinions section editor for the Sun Journal and now a digital producer with the Maine Trust for Local News. His long-running “Learics” column won first place in the Maine Press Association’s 2023 Better Newspaper Contest. He and his wife Lauren are kept young by their 9-year-old daughter Alaina. Send feedback and suggestions to Alex.
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Ron Jacques: Trump disregarded rule of law, oath of office
I am deeply saddened by the insurrection in our nation’s Capitol that occurred Jan. 6. I am angered by the violent mob of protesters, who, at the incitement of former President Trump, used a variety of weapons to break down barriers, smash windows, ransack offices and assault police officers. Officers were assigned to secure the […]
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Community briefs for Thursday, Feb. 18
Youth group to put scarves in park for homeless LEWISTON — St. Michael’s Church Youth Group of Auburn will be in Kennedy Park at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, to hang scarfs around for the homeless. YWCA to hold lifeguard review course LEWISTON — The YWCA will offer a lifeguard review course for those […]
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Stan Tetenman: Pro-Trump senators put party, ‘thirst for power,’ first
The second impeachment trial is over. Mitch McConnell said Trump was “morally responsible” and his action was “a disgraceful dereliction of duty” pertaining to the attempted insurrection. Unfortunately, he and 42 other Republican senators did not have the courage to stand in support of the Constitution. Their faulty reasoning is that Trump was no longer […]
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Women for Sobriety New Hope groups offered in Lewiston-Auburn
LEWISTON — A new program for women wanting to overcome addiction is available in Lewiston and Auburn. Women for Sobriety (WFS), a nonprofit organization, has been empowering women to take charge of their lives since 1975. WFS offers a unique self-help approach to recovery, the New Life Program, which was specifically designed to address the […]
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Auburn Public Library reopen for browsing
AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library reopened for browsing on a limited basis Feb. 16. To make an appointment for browsing, call the lending desk at 207-333-6640, ext. 2, or the children’s department at ext. 3. Staff has limited the number of customers in the building, so advance reservations are recommended. In addition, families with […]
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Blanco to keynote ‘Fill the Plate Breakfast’ to benefit Meals on Wheels
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging for Western Maine, will hold a virtual fundraiser to benefit its Meals on Wheels nutrition program. The 2021 Fill the Plate Breakfast will be held virtually from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 19. The event will honor Don Harden with the Ikaria Award for his […]
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North Yarmouth Academy announces honor roll
YARMOUTH — The following area North Yarmouth Academy students have attained honor roll status for the first semester: Highest Honors Grade five: James Vaillancourt of Lewiston. Grade six: Nathan McGillicuddy of Lisbon, Preston Randall of Casco and Ellie Sahlman of Pownal. Grade eight: Celeste Merrill of Pownal and Genevieve Vaillancourt of Lewiston. High Honors Grade five: […]