Diverting DHHS funds for community-based services to other purposes is unfair and can cause hardships.
December 2018
Posted inOp-Eds
Douglas Rooks: Waterville is finding its future — and setting an example
The city is on its way to becoming a magnet for northern Kennebec County.
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Posted inLifestyle, Maine Authors
OFF RADAR: The ongoing influx of Maine-based books
The list includes three titles from Portland, a cheerful little chapbook out of Belfast, and a history of Maine politics by my Central Maine Newspapers colleague Doug Rooks.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Senate approves legislation to avert federal shutdown
Senators passed the measure, which would keep government running to Feb. 8, by voice vote without a roll call
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Newspaper says Facebook gave more access to users’ data than previously revealed
The company let some of its partners read private messages or see the names of friends without consent, The New York Times reports.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
King joins 48 senators calling for president to condemn Texas judge’s ACA ruling
Republican Sen. Susan Collins did not sign the letter released Wednesday, but said she disagreed with the judge’s finding that the entire Affordable Care Act is unconstitutional.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Mystery company expected to drop challenge to Market Basket project, Westbrook official says
An appeal of the city’s approval for the 66-acre complex will be withdrawn, City Administrator Jerre Bryant says.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Local roundup: Kendra Sweet scores 20 in win for Valley girls basketball
Cavaliers pick up victory over Forest Hills.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Winthrop girls basketball outlasts Richmond to continue strong start to season
WilsonFalcone leads Ramblers past Bobcats for fourth straight victory.