Citizens to Mars. Read More
There is no constitutional right to go shopping. There is a constitutional right to freedom from extended “lock down” by executive order. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var i = 0; i… Read More
This is a story about finding humor in a complicated, confusing, anxiety-provoking situation. Determined to go by the book when she re-opened her acupuncture practice, Meret Bainbridge was blindsided by something unexpected that happened. She invites us all to laugh with her. Read More
Peace and justice in Minneapolis. Read More
I found Thoreau the same way many people did — his name on a high school reading syllabus, with the book title Walden, next to it. And as with many 17- year-olds, the syllabus quickly found its way to the backseat of my car. There it mingled with… Read More
In my opinion, the talented Franco-American writer Susan Poulin represents the virtual image of the proverb about making lemonade out of lemons. Her talent has been recognized by the fans who follow her performances and entertaining blogs. In recognition of her writing and popular monologues, Portland Magazine named… Read More
Businesses don’t have a WARN Act when it comes to sudden government action. That became painfully clear on Wednesday. Read More
While I have seen bears all over Maine, my most amazing and entertaining encounters were at camp so those are the stories I’m going to tell today. Walking the perimeter road in Baxter Park, I often encountered bears. One time a bear walked out of the… Read More
Space X ambitions of launching tourists into space in addition to government astronauts. Read More
It’s not a newsflash that the COVID 19 pandemic is wreaking financial havoc on the people and businesses of this country and our state. The immediate hit has been devastating and unfortunately we haven’t yet begun to feel the long term effects. Athletic departments at small colleges and… Read More
Dr. Fred Craigie teaches and writes about spirituality and says he often talks about what it means “to live a good life.” He contemplates his own answer to the question during these extraordinary times. Read More
McConnell’s metrics. Read More
If polls are to be believed, Joe Biden is currently enjoying a small but statistically significant lead over President Donald Trump in head-to-head matchups for the White House. That has been true for a while, of course, going back to late 2019, but… Read More
Union troops strike the Muleshoe during the May 1864 Battle of Spotsylvania Court House. The 7th Maine Infantry had already taken heavy losses during the preceding Battle of the Wilderness. (Thure de Thulstrup) You can learn… Read More
With the economy essentially restarting using a significantly new design, Maine economic development could suffer less from the state's remote location. Read More
Lines and crowds are dangerous during a pandemic. Voting by mail means you can cast your ballot from the comfort and safety of your own home. Read More
One of the projects I’ve always been very proud of is the Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund, which was my idea when I worked for the Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine. I recruited Maine Audubon as our partner and the legislature enacted it and Governor Angus King signed it into… Read More
One of the projects I’ve always been very proud of is the Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund, which was my idea when I worked for the Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine. I recruited Maine Audubon as our partner and the legislature enacted it and Governor Angus King signed it into… Read More
You hate black flies even more than other flying insects? They actually do some good in the world. Read how. Read More
Trump’s golf games. Read More
