Politicians promise tax reform. If we make the system fairer, they say, we will also be able to cut taxes. Politicians oppose tax reform. They enthusiastically create breaks for special interests, though few for average taxpayers. In short, there’s a huge gap between promise and performance, and it will probably grow even larger, thanks to […]
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Hands across the river will uplift Biddeford, Saco
What’s old is new again. This week saw the inauguration of the new city councilors and mayors for the twin cities of Biddeford and Saco. In Biddeford, Mayor Alan Casavant took the oath of office at the City Theater on Tuesday for his third consecutive term leading his native city. On Monday, in Thornton Academy’s […]
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TV holiday memories are the best
Maybe you’ve never heard of the old Rankin/Bass television production studio. Nobody could fault you for it. Not only is it not a household name, but it could never become one, seeing as how it sounds like someone’s description of a particularly smelly fish. But if you’re within a certain age range – say, between […]
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Thumbs up to all Biddeford and Saco elected officials who took office this week, as well as the staff and volunteers from each city who organized the inauguration ceremonies. Being a public official is far from an easy task, and with little financial reward, those who hold office do it because they care about the […]
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Patriots deserving a plate
I am crazy about the Patriots and their foundation supporting many Maine nonprofit organizations. I’d like to show off my Maine pride with Patriots vanity license plates on my vehicles. There’s a proposal to add this option if a certain number of plates are requested. I placed my order but more interest is needed. I […]
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Saco Food Pantry thanks community for support
“The charity that is a trifle to us can be precious to others.” — Homer If you have been or just became a volunteer at any pantry, meals program or charitable organization that deals with people in need, know that by your helping hand it brings new life to the quote above. Outstretched hands of […]
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TA Student Council says thank you
Dear community members of Arundel, Dayton, Saco and Thornton Academy Supporters, It is with sincere gratitude that we thank you for supporting our endeavors as we raised both non-perishables and monetary donations for the WGME School Spirit Challenge. On Friday, Nov. 6, it was revealed that we collected nearly 95,000 pounds of food for the […]
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Editorial Roundup
The Republican (Mass.), Dec. 3: Sometimes giving war a chance is the only option. While few in power like to say it, especially those who’ve gotten elected by running against the military actions of their predecessors, President Barack Obama’s defense secretary, Ashton Carter, effectively acknowledged as much on Dec. 1 when he told the House […]
