Obama says the January counterterrorism mission ‘did take out dangerous members of al-Qaida.’
Kelley Bouchard
Staff Writer
Kelley writes about some of the most critical aspects of Maine’s economy and future growth, including transportation, immigration, retail and small business, commercial development and tourism, with emphasis on consumer issues, sustainability and minority ownership. Her wider experience includes municipal and state government, education, history, human rights, health and elder care, the environment and the housing crisis. A Maine native and University of Maine graduate, she was a college intern for two summers at the former Lewiston Evening Journal. She previously worked at the Ipswich Chronicle, Beverly Times and Salem Evening News in Massachusetts. Favorite pastimes include gardening, cooking for family and friends, streaming foreign TV series and kayaking at camp.
Posted inLocal & State, News, That Moment
Maker of bread discovers a calling that nourishes the soul
Embracing the brick-oven traditions of his forebears, Mark Mickalide of Litchfield has a recipe for the good life.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, That Moment
Maker of bread discovers a calling that nourishes the soul
Embracing the brick-oven traditions of his forebears, Mark Mickalide of Litchfield has a recipe for the good life.
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Collins to speak at conference on geriatrics in Portland
The Maine senator has promoted aging issues in her committee roles in Washington.
Posted inLocal & State
Scarborough River dredging to benefit boaters, bathers, birds
Officials laud an Indiana contractor for picking up where a prior operator fell short.
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South Portland High faculty approves new Pledge of Allegiance procedure
The faculty’s approval ends several months of controversy over an effort by three students to make it clear that participation in the pledge is optional under the law.
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For seniors, a high-end boom in rental housing
But as affordable options lag far behind, the surge stands in stark contrast to the dire need for subsidized units in Maine.
Posted inLocal & State, News
For seniors, a high-end boom in Maine rental housing
But as affordable options lag far behind, the surge stands in stark contrast to the dire need for subsidized units in Maine.
Posted inLifestyle, News, Schools and Education
Belfast student sits silent for pledge, gets sent to principal
A national group says the boy had personal and religious reasons for not wanting to say the Pledge of Allegiance. The superintendent says he was copying South Portland students who have stressed that the pledge is optional.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Religion and Values
Mission to communist island: Maine group to forge ties with Cuba’s Jews
Members will see how the faith is faring and cultural highlights in a visit made more exciting by renewed diplomatic relations.