On March 3, Maine will vote to decide whether to repeal a new law that removes religious and philosophical exemptions from the requirement that schoolchildren must be vaccinated. Beyond its implications for public health and religious rights, the vote raises fundamental issues about the role of… Read More
Hologram tour. Read More
I continued exploring recent releases from Destroyer and Georgia on the show this week, while the retro alternative set traveled back to 1981 for a block of excellent post-punk, New Wave, jangle-pop and more. Read More
Répondez, s’il vous plaît: An exhibit reception opening for the “Notre Pain Quotidien: Franco-American Entrepreneurs Sustaining Community”, is scheduled at the University of Southern Maine Lewiston Auburn College hosted by the Franco-American Collection, on March 19, from 5-7 PM. Franco-American entrepreneur families will be recognized. This exhibit… Read More
Given that I love food and Downeast Maine, when I saw the book title, A Culinary History of Downeast Maine, I quickly ordered a copy. And I’ve got to say author Sharon Joyce did a wonderful job with this book. Sharon starts us off hundreds of… Read More
I can’t believe I let such a momentous occasion pass without comment. Three weeks ago, Punxsutawney Phil failed to see his shadow. So an early spring is on its way. Days get longer. Weather gets warmer. And things come into bloom. Like Michael Bloomberg. Read More
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Left untreated, sleep apnea can have some dangerous consequences. Learn about sleep apnea and how one man's "wake-up call" led to a diagnosis and successful treatment. Read More
Great news! A legislative committee has voted unanimously for a resolve to void CMP’s public lands lease for their destructive corridor through western Maine. The resolve also notes that Maine’s constitution requires approval by two-thirds of the legislature for public lands to be substantially altered. CMP… Read More
Presidential pardons. Read More
The foam roller is one of the best recovery tools available these days. Our Foam Rolling Guide breaks it all down for you in an easy-to-understand way, complete with an exercise guide to get you started! Read More
It won't be Bloomberg's billions that decide the race, but the psychology of the Democratic primary electorate. Read More
Am I too much?” – I’ve been asked a hundred variations of this question… Am I too assertive? Am I too loud? Do I take up too much space?… googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner =… Read More
Mills' intention is clear. She presented a budget that she hopes can win support from Republicans and two-thirds of both the Maine House and Maine Senate. Read More
If you are reading this online and not in a print newspaper, you can easily understand why Sears and other retailers are closing stores across the country. People purchase more services than goods. News is a service. You can get it online and avoid the need… Read More
I want to thank Islandport Press for republishing John Cole’s wonderful book, In Maine – Essays on Life’s Lessons. John was an exceptional writer, and the guy in the 70s who inspired me to become a writer. In Maine was first published in 1974 and afterwards, John wrote… Read More
Spring training is finally upon us! The long drought from Super Bowl to pitchers and catchers reporting is finally over. Now, if we could just get the media to talk about actual spring training and not some petty “scandal” from two years ago. So the Astros and… Read More
Bloomberg 2020: Profit of prophet?… Read More
POSTED BY LIZ GOLD It may be cold outside, but as Mainers we know the beauty our winter season brings. Whether you enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing or simply just walking in your neighborhood, getting outdoors to feel… Read More
Mainers associate the surname “Chamberlain” with Joshua and Thomas of Civil War fame, but 25-year-old James A. Chamberlain of Milltown (Calais) served in the 6th Maine Infantry Regiment. A note at the card’s bottom indicates this hero “went in” with the 6th during the… Read More
