Rep. Karen Kusiak
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Skowhegan Marine a casualty of Pacific ‘D-Day’ invasion on June 15, 194
Almost 50 Marines who were in Company G, 2-23, 4th Marine Division, during World War II renewed their ties in 1995 on “A Weekend Pass” to Atlanta. Some of these Marines, who were like family a half-century ago, had not seen each other since the war ended. In addition to the Marines themselves, there were […]
OUR OPINION: Poor, idle youth no good for state economy
The lack of jobs for younger workers may stunt the growth of Maine’s workforce.
Gubernatorial candidates’ survey asks probing questions about Maine
“Slow Down, You’ll Hit a Moose” is playing and my head is swaying. It’s the official song for my virtual (only in my imagination) campaign for governor, and it’s performed by Stan Keach and the Sandy River Ramblers (from their “Cry of the Loon” CD). For those who are coming to the campaign late, you […]
OUR OPINION: Hallowell actions raise questions of responsibility
City officials had an obligation to act as soon as they knew of the allegations against the police chief, and his relationship with a subordinate officer.
Armed, dangerous and dead
So much for the argument that having more people armed in public places will result in fewer gun deaths. One of the three killed recently by a Las Vegas couple, Jerad and Amanda Miller, was an armed civilian, Joseph Wilcox. Two police officers who also were killed, Igor Soldo and Alyn Beck, were ambushed while […]