On Memorial Day we honor those who died while serving the country, but it is difficult to not also remember those who suffered because of war, Amy Calder writes.
Columns
Finding purpose in helping deaf children | Letters from Madagascar
‘Nothing has felt as fulfilling as helping kids here in Madagascar get a decent education.’
From our managing director: A bold new future for Maine’s local news
The Maine Trust for Local News is making moves to ensure that our communities continue to receive strong, impactful journalism — now and in the future.
Life in the Pines: Thank the dads in your life who put the work in
Marla Hoffman reflects on all the different types of dads out there, especially the ones who know what it takes to earn the title “Dad.”
Farmington school district proposes $45 million 2024-25 budget
The Regional School Unit 9 will be seeing an 8.26% increase in their overall to their budget, but taxpayers will only be responsible for 4.45%.
Maine moose sightings becoming rarer as climate change boosts tick populations
Ron Joseph reflects that seeing a moose can be a lifetime memory, but he wonders if Maine’s most iconic animal will survive the century as warmer seasons breed more ticks.
Life in the Pines: A tale of two realities: Finding balance between real life and technology?
When it comes to her kids, Marla Hoffman wrestles with best of technology and the worst of it.
Farmington-based school district establishes committee to resurface athletic field
Some directors are concerned about potential health hazards related to synthetic turf.