I am outraged by the proposal to move the federal Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and the Rehabilitation Services Administration from the Department of Education to Health and Human Services, and to shift the Office for Civil Rights to the Department of Justice. A strong Department of Education is essential to protecting the rights […]
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Republicans got their preferred Paul LePage opponent, but Maine’s 2nd District race is far from over
State Auditor Matt Dunlap rose above the preferred choice of national Democrats, state Sen. Joe Baldacci, to win the primary. Republicans say they are happy that former Gov. Paul LePage is facing him in November.
Posted inBusiness, News
Modular construction, big or small, fills a hole in Maine’s housing market
When available homes don’t quite fit the bill, prefab housing can help.
Posted inBusiness, Hearts of Pine, News, Sports
Portland Hearts of Pine move into larger shop in Bayside
Full of heart-coated designs, the new retail space speaks to the growing enthusaism for Maine’s professional soccer team.
Posted inNews
Gardiner councilors approve $8.3M city budget not expected to increase taxes
Councilors also approve a 5% sewer rate hike.
Posted inBusiness, Community, News
Rangeley ride service fills transportation gap: ‘People help each other’
Volunteer drivers of Rangeley Health Rides provide access to medical appointments, errands and other destinations for residents without reliable transportation.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Walter “Sandy” Sanderson Day
OAKLAND – Sandy Day, born August 30, 1933, passed away at home on June 6, 2026. …
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Richard Thomas Boles
OAKLAND – With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life well lived, the family of Richard Thomas Boles announces his …
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Linda Rae Coates
ALBION – It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of our mom, Linda Rae Coates, 78, of Albion. She …