2024
Posted inBusiness
Skowhegan-based mortgage loan officer joins Franklin Savings Bank
SKOWHEGAN — Michell McMahon has joined Franklin Savings Bank as a mortgage loan officer. Based in the Skowhegan area, McMahon brings over 20 years of banking experience. “I’m thrilled to join a community bank that genuinely cares about the people it serves,” McMahon said in a news release from the bank. “Franklin Savings Bank has […]
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: A rude awakening to a bitter reality
In the wake of Trump’s election victory on Tuesday, I’m sad and scared. Mad, too. This guy? Really?
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Continued minority status a blessing in disguise for Maine Republicans
With the state facing an almost billion-dollar budget shortfall in the forthcoming biennium, GOP legislators should just sit back and relax.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Politics
Trump and Republicans made gains in Maine, even as state stayed blue. What impact could that have?
Republicans say this year’s election showed growing momentum for their party. Democrats say Maine didn’t follow the national Republican shift – a testament to party leaders here.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Maine artist’s ‘Americans Who Tell the Truth’ collection coming to Bates Mill
Maine artist Robert Shetterly’s renowned collection of portraits will be on display at the Bates Mill for a month, starting Nov. 15.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: It’s back to basics, back to Maine
Wherever you find yourself this election season, try to focus on common local goals.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Opinion: This is an obvious time for a centrist party in America
It wouldn’t be easy, but it would be worthwhile.
Posted inMaine, News
This Maine man lost his brother during WWII. He’s still searching for answers.
Eighty years after Elmer Wright was presumed dead off the coast of Tunisia, his younger brother fought to get his true service recognized – even if it meant finding out he died by friendly fire.