America has a problem. There exists a situation that puts this nation and democracy in clear and present danger — a president who seems to be living in a fantasy world and is putting this nation’s very existence in grave peril. During the past few weeks, President Trump has claimed that ISIS was defeated, that […]
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Is 'assimilation' a thing of the past?
The worst thought crime is the one you don’t realize you’re committing. So it was with NBC News legend Tom Brokaw, who — for good reason — didn’t understand that assimilation is now a third rail of American politics. A few days ago, he caused a furor with comments on the venerable Sunday news program […]
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U.S. economy’s slow growth rate carries risk
WASHINGTON — At the start of every year, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) publishes its annual “The Budget and Economic Outlook,” a tome full of statistics, tables and charts. Frankly, it’s easy to get swamped by the numbers. To make sense of the report, I’ve selected five takeaways that capture the main points. (1) The […]
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Dirigo NHS holds senior lunch DIXFIELD — The Dirigo National Honor Society will sponsor a free senior citizens’ luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3, at Dirigo High School, 145 Weld St. The menu will include turkey and gravy or ham, rice, rolls, beverages and dessert. There will also be raffles available. […]
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Adult child sees too much togetherness in family trip
DEAR ABBY: This spring, my entire family will be traveling 15 hours away for a wedding. I was excited about it until my family started making plans. I’m 21 and live alone, so I’m pretty independent from my parents. The thought of being around them 24/7 for a week straight drives me crazy. They took […]
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The deep meaning of Groundhog Day
Today is Groundhog Day. It is the day when many eyes will turn to Gobbler’s Knob, a wooded hill a couple of miles outside Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. A man in a top hat will pull a hibernating groundhog out of a simulated tree trunk. If the rodent sees his shadow, then we’ll have six more weeks […]
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Oak Hill Boosters third annual Pike Derby
The Oak Hill Boosters is having their third annual Pike Derby On Sabattus Lake on Saturday, February 2, 6 a.m.-3 p.m. This benefits the co-curricular activities at Oak Hill , and students and parents volunteer for the entire event. Tickets are $20 for adults while kids are $10 and available online at www.ohpikederby.com. For more […]
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Pisces: Ignore pressure of snap decision
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shakira, 42; Christie Brinkley, 65; Brent Spiner, 70; Graham Nash, 77. Happy Birthday: Take care of the negatives in your life. Don’t get confused by the dichotomy that appears to haunt you this year. Separate the good from the bad, and deal with each and every situation yourself to come […]
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Junior hockey: Tristan Mock leads Thunder to key victory over Junior Bruins
Newly acquired player helps Twin City gain distance in race for postseason berth.
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Girls’ basketball: Monmouth relies on defense to take down Dirigo
Mustangs hold Cougars to 23 points.