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On Brunswick foam spill, key voices are missing | Opinion
There are surely many others who are as sad and disappointed as I am about the response to the environmental disaster of August 2024.
Overnight storm dumps over a foot of Christmas Eve snow in Maine
A rare weather phenomenon led to a low-pressure system stalling between Lewiston and Brunswick, forecasters say, dropping between 14 and 17 inches of snow in that area.
Edward Little boys basketball moves past Brunswick
The Red Eddies earn their fourth straight win behind three double-digit scoring performances.
What’s open on Christmas Day in southern Maine
The list includes bars, restaurants, markets and movie theaters.
Welcoming vegans at the holiday table, the Maine way
A practical, local guide to understanding veganism during the holidays, with simple hosting tips and Maine-based gift and food ideas that help everyone feel included.
Maine’s D-III men’s hockey teams face off in new tournament
Colby, UNE, USM and Bowdoin will participate in the first Lobster Pot Tournament in Falmouth in January.
Brunswick native plays with paradoxes – and multiple selves – in ‘Tim Travers’ movie
Samuel Dunning plays mad scientist Tim Travers in a new campy science fiction film created by Stimson Snead.
Change at the top in Varsity Maine girls hockey poll
All 5 teams appear in every voter’s rankings. That’s rare.
Bates College women’s basketball preps for Florida trip
D3football.com names its all-region teams; and Lewiston native near the top of Division III women’s hockey scoring leaders.
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Maine abortion providers to ask state lawmakers for more funding
The request seeks to offset the Trump administration’s efforts to cut federal funding for Planned Parenthood of Northern New England and Maine Family Planning.
Meet the 2025 Varsity Maine All-State boys cross country team
The state’s best came from several different conferences this fall.
‘Baby box’ for parents in crisis with newborns to be operational in early January
The state’s first Safe Haven baby box has been installed at the Rumford Fire Department.
A Mainer’s guide to a greener holiday cleanup
What to do with the trees, wrapping paper, lights and leftovers.
Revisiting Hyde: Former students say abuse allegations reopened painful memories
After a federal lawsuit was filed this summer, some who went to the school in the ’70s and ’80s say they’re still haunted by their experiences at the Bath boarding school.
Mt. Ararat girls basketball beats Edward Little in battle of top A North teams
Kayleigh Wagg scores 32 points, and the Eagles stay undefeated.
Want to build a gingerbread house? These experts have the sweet tips and tricks.
Cereal makes for a convincing roof shingle. Melted hard candy creates pretty stained glass windows. And patience is key.
Maine businesses criticize new work permit limits for asylum seekers
Business leaders say restrictions imposed by the Trump administration will make it nearly impossible for some companies to stay fully staffed, especially in Maine’s seasonal, food production and agricultural sectors.
Pie crust recipe a favorite for years | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You asked about pie crust recipes and here is one I’ve used for years that has been great: In a large bowl, mix together 4 cups flour, 1 tablespoon sugar and 2 teaspoons salt. Add 1 3/4 cups of vegetable shortening at room temperature and stir with a fork until crumbly. In a separate…
Variety the spice of Varsity Maine girls basketball poll
Only three squads appear on all nine voters’ rankings.
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