WINDHAM – During the past 40 years, Jo Bradeen has been involved with just about every aspect of the foster care system in Maine. Bradeen, 67, started out as a foster mother wanting to make to make a positive difference in the life of a troubled child. With much wisdom learned from caring for about […]
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Windham Town Council OKs budget
WINDHAM – The Windham Town Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to approve next year’s $14.35 million budget. The budget requires approval by registered Windham voters at annual town meeting Saturday, June 15, starting at 9 a.m. at Windham Town Hall. Voters have the option of reducing line items within the budget but can’t increase spending […]
Mothers now top earners in 4 in 10 US households
Demographers say is likely to bring added attention to child-care policies as well as government safety nets for vulnerable families.
Rep. Bachmann says she won’t run for re-election
The conservative firebrand who ran for the Republican presidential nomination last year announced her decision in a video on her website.
Frittata says: No worries, it’s spring
Greens signaling a change of seasons go beautifully with eggs and some smooth, rich ricotta.
Passengers describe calm scene after cruise ship fire
Royal Caribbean said it was arranging flights for all 2,200 guests and passengers will get a full refund of their fare and a certificate for a future cruise.
Lesbian love story takes top honor at Cannes
The two stars are also included in the award for the film in which a 15-year-old girl’s life is changed when she falls in love with an older woman.
Golf: Putter ruling made, but not everyone is pleased
Jeff Seavey, an assistant pro at the Samoset Resort in Rockport, has used a long putter with an anchored stroke since 2003. Seavey used it when he played in the inaugural Deutsche Bank Championship (2003) on the PGA Tour before it became part of the Fed Ex playoffs. By 2016, Seavey likely will have to […]
Art Review: Page proves vibrance of Maine painting
It’s impressive that Colin Page is only in his 30s. He seems to have an experienced hand, but his canvases repeatedly rely on his resourcefully creative intelligence rather than well-seasoned (or over-cooked) solutions. Page paints the Maine coast en plein air (outside and on site), and the style has always been the demanding backbone of […]
Art Review: Page proves vibrance of Maine painting
It’s impressive that Colin Page is only in his 30s. He seems to have an experienced hand, but his canvases repeatedly rely on his resourcefully creative intelligence rather than well-seasoned (or over-cooked) solutions. Page paints the Maine coast en plein air (outside and on site), and the style has always been the demanding backbone of […]