Jan. 29, 1890: U.S. House Speaker Thomas Brackett Reed, a Republican from Portland, takes action to end the “disappearing quorum” tactic used by House Democrats to prevent House business from being conducted. He marks members “present” even if they refuse to respond to a roll call. The procedure survives a court challenge and becomes part […]
2020
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USM limits program director’s role over concerns about past missteps
The university asks Katie Hawes, who co-directs a program that works with public schools, to step back from some of her duties because of concerns about her handling of a racist incident when she was superintendent of RSU 21.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: For Maine trafficking survivors, a place of safety
The one-year anniversary of the state’s first shelter for sex exploitation and trafficking victims raises awareness of what we can all do to make a difference.
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George Smith: Blessed to live here
Life in the columnist’s hometown provides a respite from today’s nasty, ugly, partisan world.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Hydro-Quebec: What ‘A Deadly Shade of Green’ got wrong
The report was neither accurate nor balanced, a company spokesperson says.
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Johnson named to Johnson & Wales University dean’s list
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Madelyn Johnson, of Pittston, was named to the 2019 fall semester dean’s list at Johnson & Wales University. She is a tourism & hospitality major in the College of Hospitality Management. Johnson, a freshman, is the daughter of Tracy and KC Johnson and a 2019 graduate of Gardiner Area High School. To […]
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Stratton named to Dickinson State UniversityDickinson State University dean’s list
DICKINSON, N.D. — Desiree Stratton, of Skowhegan, has been named to the 2019 fall semester dean’s list at Dickinson State University. Eligible students must be enrolled full-time and must earn a 3.5 grade point average or higher.
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Reprise Choral Ensemble concert set for Feb. 1
Concert proceeds will be donated to central Maine visual and performing arts organizations and individuals.