August 17, 2021
2021
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Afghan collapse was decades in the making
Blame Biden for the chaotic withdrawal, but not for a 20-year war with no real end in sight.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Praising a once-in-a-generation investment in infrastructure
Senators from both parties worked with the Biden administration to pass this historic bill.
Posted inMaine, News
Afghans in Maine fearful as Taliban seize power in Afghanistan
The state’s Afghan community is raising money to help families respond to the crisis and is planning a public demonstration this week.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Maine concert venues consider requiring proof of vaccination
The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor and Stone Mountain Arts Center in Brownfield have policies, while others are following the lead of concert giant Live Nation, which says it will start similar requirements in October.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Sudoku maker Maki Kaji, who saw life’s joy in puzzles, dies at 69
Kaji created the puzzle to be easy for children and others who didn’t want to think too hard.
Posted inThings to Do
Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival set for Aug. 25-28
LITCHFIELD — Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival plans to celebrate its 57th festival at the Litchfield Fairgrounds, 30 Plains Road. The festival grounds have a big stage that was built in 2010, Indoor bathroom facilities, four free hot showers and numerous water hookups throughout the grounds, and electrical hookups. There will be several types of vendors […]
Posted inCommunity
LA Senior College releases fall class offerings
The Lewiston Auburn Senior College’s fall semester will begin Sept. 23, but classes will have staggered start dates. Because of the ongoing pandemic the college will continue with its Zoom format for all classes and Food For Thought presentations. College membership fee will continue to be $25. Its one-day courses will continue to be free […]
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Helen Armstrong
EAST FALMOUTH, Mass. – It is with deep sadness that the family of Helen Armstrong announces her passing on August 9, …
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Brenda Coughlin
WESTBROOK – Brenda Coughlin, 77, of Westbrook, passed away on July 23, 2021 in Westbrook after a long illness.
Brenda Was …