Overcautious officials who make up rules to avoid causing offense can offend many.
2015
Posted inOp-Eds
Our shopping habits killed downtown, changes can bring back Main Street
Back in the day, customer service was more than a slogan, and shopping and visiting went hand-in-hand.
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Posted inOnly Online, Op-Eds
How Christmas brings joy to those often without
The laughter and songs of children bring happy tears to elderly woman.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Local & State, News, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Indifference over deaths of homeless unacceptable
Portland has lost a record 43 people this year, but there aren’t enough voices demanding an end to the avoidable suffering.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Facebook probing source of smear campaign against Portland beer, wine stores
Dozens of one-star reviews in the last week cause a social media uproar among the retailers.
Posted inFood, Recipes, Signature Dish
Nun’s cheesecake – a favorite dessert at Brunswick Inn – wicked good
Topped with slivered almonds and a dusting of cinnamon, it’s dense and rich – even sinful, although Sister Marian might not care for that description.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Bring stuffed mushrooms into the modern era (and to a party)
Cremini offer deeper flavor than less expensive white mushrooms, and Spanish and Italian fillings heighten the satisfaction.
Posted inCookbook Reviews, Food, Recipes
Cookbook review: ‘Good Housekeeping’s The Baker’s Book of Essential Recipes’
A detailed and comprehensive guide for the baker, this book gets our seal of approval.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Spice up sweet potatoes and cook them quickly, too
They make a superb side dish and are easy to prepare in a skillet just before the meal.
Posted inAppel on Wine, Food
Try malbec from France to taste power of terroir
It’s the same grape as grows in Argentina, but the two wines are night and day.