We can’t understand the history of 20th century Maine without appreciating the story of the French Canadians who immigrated here seeking a better life, overcame decades of discrimination and eventually ascended to their rightful place in the American dream.
March 2013
Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Six-month parking ban on Augusta streets absurd
Who is the rocket scientist who came up with the idea of a six-month-long parking ban on all streets in Augusta?
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Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Pastor’s gun-rally image provokes dismay
“If Christ were here there is one thing he would not be — a Christian” — Mark Twain.
Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Hubert a good choice for Pittston selectwoman
On Monday, voters in Pittston will elect a new selectboard member.
Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Son thanks Pittston folks for supporting mom
A huge thank-you for the support and respect shown for my mother, Ann Chadwick, by those who attended the meeting at Pittston town office on March 6 and the petition signing on March 7.
Posted inBusiness
Maine boat show:’Wall-to-wall eye candy’ for boaters
The show will feature more than 200 exhibitors and more than 100 custom built boats, from cruisers and yachts to dories and sailboats.
Posted inNation & World, News
Rise in global middle class shifting power centers
Countries known today for poverty are showing rapid increases in education and social service investments,
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
VIEW FROM AWAY: Pope Francis brings hope for a human touch
A humble man who took the bus, cooked his own meals and eschewed church mansions for a simple room in Buenos Aires has ascended the Catholic hierarchy to become Pope Francis.
Posted inCommunity
Solon town clerk, tax collector retires
SOLON — Barbara Maden, town clerk and tax collector since 2001, has retired. She was also town treasurer and deputy clerk for many years.
Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Drinking party violated community standards
Much has been made about a recent incident in which more than 80 Colby College students were summonsed as minors in possession of alcohol, and two students were arrested on a charge of furnishing a place for minors to consume alcohol.