Maine is fortunate to be part of an innovative collaboration among nine Northeast states to make our air healthier. The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative is a cooperative effort to reduce the air pollution that causes climate change and the dangerous and costly health impacts that result from higher heat and ozone. RGGI’s “cap and trade” […]
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Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Letter to the editor: Upbeat opinion on changes in Rwanda not the whole story
I read the Maine Voices opinion piece by Douglas Volk, “Rwanda not only survives but flourishes 20 years after genocide” (April 21), with mixed feelings. Mr. Volk is entitled to his opinion as a tourist, and I do not doubt that he saw good educational and business projects. However, when I see native Rwandans fleeing […]
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Letter to the editor: Proposed merger of cable providers raises concern
As an unregulated monopoly in this service area, Time Warner has free rein to raise prices whenever it pleases, and it certainly has taken advantage of that situation. Since September 2013, my cable charges have increased by approximately 30 percent, with no premium channels and no additional equipment. A recent issue of Consumer Reports presented […]
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter to the editor: Article misleading on Maine candidates, social media metrics
“A candidate’s boast: Just look at all the ‘likes’ (when Facebook’s paid to promote),” the April 6 article regarding “like” versus “engagement,” could have been written without reference to the governor’s race. In fact, Crystal Canney (Eliot Cutler’s communications director) notes a known metric, whereas Ryan Davis (vice president of a New York website) focuses […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland finalizing plan for affordable neighborhood in Scarborough
SCARBOROUGH — In what would be its largest project to date, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland is in the final planning stages for a 13-home, affordable neighborhood on Broadturn Road. Representatives from Habitat for Humanity, the local affiliate of the international low-income housing provider, outlined plans for the Planning Board on April 22. The project […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Fort Preble cleanup postponed in South Portland
SOUTH PORTLAND — The Fort Preble annual cleanup scheduled for Saturday, April 26, has been postponed due to a forecast of inclement weather. The Fort Preble Preservation Committee announced Thursday that the cleanup and tour of the historic fort at South Portland Community College will be rescheduled to another date that has not been determined.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
South Portland synagogue objects to city's offer to lease land to Dunkin' Donuts
SOUTH PORTLAND — City officials were hopeful that rezoning the corner at Westbrook and Main streets for a new Dunkin’ Donuts would prevent demolition of a nearby church and resolve conflicts with residents in the Thornton Heights neighborhood. But they now face resistance from congregants of a nearby synagogue. As part of ongoing updates to the city […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Error-prone Red Sox blasted by Yankees, 14-5
Boston commits five errors and walks 12 batters on a disastrous night at Fenway Park.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Tax return scheme hits more Maine medical professionals
The identities of at least 35 doctors have been stolen, according to the state’s medical association, and that number will likely grow.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Route 1 viaduct reconstruction set for 2016
BATH — Reconstruction of the viaduct that carries Route 1 traffic over the heart of the city will cost $14 million, could take about four months, and will be complete early in 2016, according to the Maine Department of Transportation. DOT is looking to advertise for a contractor in the summer of 2015, with the […]