One of the best ways to get a picture of a nation is through its numbers and, perhaps more importantly, its averages. But Americans like to believe that their nation is exceptional. And in some ways, it is. Yet what transpires on an “average day” for the “average person” tells a story that each of […]
2023
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
View from Away: No evidence for Biden impeachment inquiry? No problem.
Pressing ahead, House Republicans simply do not seem to care.
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Dec. 11, 1998: 24-hour Denny’s restaurant to open in Augusta later this month, Gov. King sees need for gas-tax increase in Maine, and Kennebec County’s budget may increase by as much as 5 percent
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Bridge clubs name recent winners
Elm City Bridge Club Elm City Bridge Club in Waterville plays games at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St.; new players are welcome. For more information, call Jessie Gunther at 207-487-7008. Capitol City Duplicate Bridge Club The Capitol City Duplicate Bridge Club winners for Nov. 22 were Pat Damon […]
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UMaine Farmington community aims to brighten holiday season
University of Maine at Farmington students, faculty and staff look to brighten the holiday season for children and families in the greater Farmington area. Multiple charitable giving opportunities are being sponsored by the university and area non-profit organizations to help members of the community have a warmer and happier holiday. In its 18th year, the […]
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UMaine Farmington community aims to brighten holiday season
University of Maine at Farmington students, faculty and staff look to brighten the holiday season for children and families in the greater Farmington area. Multiple charitable giving opportunities are being sponsored by the university and area non-profit organizations to help members of the community have a warmer and happier holiday. In its 18th year, the […]
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UMaine at Farmington community aims to brighten holiday season
Multiple charitable giving opportunities are planned through Dec. 15.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Statewide initiative recruits employers to combat substance use disorder in the workplace
The goal is to create supportive workplace cultures for employees in recovery by connecting employers to resources, services and training.
Posted inSports
Bills kick late field goal, hang on to beat Chiefs
Buffalo keeps its playoff hopes alive, getting a break when a Kansas City touchdown in the final two minutes is called back because of a penalty.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine law enforcement officers often lack direction for how to conduct welfare checks
Procedures have come under scrutiny since it was revealed that police tried to reach Robert Card weeks before the Lewiston mass shootings.