As the previously unthinkable possibility of the Supreme Court overturning the Roe v. Wade decision comes into focus, there are a number of other important forces at work in the public interest, Douglas Rooks writes.
2021
Commentary: How to help school boards resist pressure groups
Anti-maskers and Proud Boys are disrupting meetings. Well-heeled reformers are undermining public education. Changing election calendars and lowering the voting age can help.
Our View: Maine mourns 1,000 COVID deaths
The state remains one of the safest, but many of these losses could have been avoided.
Maple producers plan Fall Fest
BUXTON — The Maine Maple Producers Association recently announced that Maine Maple Fall Fest will be hosted on Oct. 9 and 10. This event is a continuation of the Maine Maple Producers Weekend held in October 2020. “After our fall event kick-off last year, we are again opening our sugar houses to the public for […]
‘Worth’ a powerful, heart-breaking and masterfully painted 2020 biographical film
Historical drama based on Kenneth Feinberg’s book ‘What is Life Worth’ about being tasked with leading the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund.
Obituary: Samuel Jonas Johnson
LEWISTON – Samuel, born Feb. 27, 1987 in Lewiston, Maine, died suddenly in his home on Union Street early in the …
Obituary: Jerri-Ann Tims
MANCHESTER – Jerri-Ann Tims, 65, of Manchester, was suddenly called home to be with God and his angels on Saturday, Sept. …
Obituary: Ronald Blais
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Ronald P.J. Blais passed away peacefully at home with his loved ones by his side on June …
Obituary: Georgette H. (Langlais) Reny
AUGUSTA – Georgette H. (Langlais) Reny passed away peacefully on Sunday, Sept. 19th, with the love of her family surrounding her.One …