In this week’s article, we’d like to introduce you to Jenna d’Arcy, our new Greater Portland Council of Governments Resilience Corps fellow. Jenna joined us in early January to lead our department’s outreach and communications. In fact, you have probably seen her name before in the byline of this very column. Follow along to hear […]
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A Window on the Past – The life of a Merchant Marine – Ralph Tobiassen
One of South Portland’s claims to fame is being home to two giant shipyards during WWII where we built 244 Liberty ships and 30 Ocean ships from 1941 to 1945. Once those Liberty ships were ready to head across the Atlantic, they needed a crew. While there was a small Navy crew on board each […]
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Guest Column – The origin of human language
A source on the internet cites a report published in the magazine Nature, which concludes, that evidence from the study of a whole range of primates, chimpanzees, bonobos, Gorillas etc. indicates that human beings began communicating with each other with a spoken language around 5,000 years ago. Now a language being a good and useful […]
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From Augusta – Plotting the best path to ensure all kids get a strong education
As an educator, I understand the importance of flexibility. I know how important is to identify new teaching materials or programs that may be helpful for students who would otherwise have a difficult time with more “traditional” teaching styles. The truth is, we’ve missed the mark when it comes to providing adequate educational support to […]
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Obituary – Jacqueline Marcoux
Jacqueline (Wrenn) Marcoux, 76, of Kennebunk, and formally of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away on March 11, 2024, with her husband and daughters by her side after a five-year journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Born and raised in Worcester, Jackie was the daughter of the late Jack and Ellie Wrenn. She is survived by her loving and […]
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Obituaries – Richard Lamberts
Richard J. Lamberts “Dick” of Kennebunk, passed away peacefully with family by his side on March 2, 2024. He was 88 years old. Dick was born April 2, 1935, in Exeter, New Hampshire, to Joseph and Verna (MacDougall) Lamberts. He was raised in Manchester, New Hampshire, and was an outstanding athlete, playing both football, baseball, […]
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Letters to the Editor
No remorse from presidential candidate To the editor, In October 1973, Spiro Agnew resigned as vice president of the United States because he had committed income tax evasion and was facing charges of political corruption. The Republican party took action and Agnew knew enough to leave office and never run again. In 2016, President-elect Trump […]
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A Window on the Past – South Portland World War II shipyards lecture scheduled for March 23
On Saturday, March 23, the South Portland Historical Society will hold a lecture about South Portland’s World War II shipyards at the Community Center at 1 p.m. From 1941 to 1945, South Portland produced 244 Liberty ships and 30 Ocean ships at two shipyards on its eastern waterfront. The shipyards covered a massive area that […]
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Community News – Southern Maine Community College launches hospitality podcast
Southern Maine Community College last week announced the launch of Bed & Butter: THE Hospitality Podcast. Bed & Butter will be an exploration of the hospitality industry hosted by hotel executive Sean Riley. The podcast is produced in collaboration with SMCC’s Communications & New Media Studies program, offering a platform for students to delve into […]
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Community News – Brick Store Museum highlights Edith Barry through storytelling
The Brick Store Museum, according to a March 6 news release, “is celebrating Women’s History Month with the extraordinary woman who founded the institution during an interactive celebration with storytelling, behind-the-scenes tours, and sweet treats” on Saturday, March 23 from 3-5 p.m. “The museum was founded in 1936 by artist Edith Barry,” wrote Cynthia Walker, […]
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