You can chase novelty forever, but some of the strangest sights are the ones that come and find you.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Skowhegan mascot debate a teaching moment for our youth
It’s our chance to show our children that nobody should be treated as less than human.
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Maine Voices: In vote on court nominee, Margaret Chase Smith put principle before party
Sen. Collins could do the same today, by standing up for her belief in women’s right to decide whether to have an abortion.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The humble Farmer: Hey, Google, how fast can an ordinary person adapt to technological change?
The horse was not outdated overnight, but no, hardly a week goes by when we are not assaulted by some change or complicated technical innovation.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Despite pressure, Baxter State Park should stay ‘forever wild’
As visits to Baxter and the new national monument increase, a new director must resist calls for more amenities.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine Observer: Being from Maine? It’s a state of mind
A Navy brat and Army spouse who moved here 22 years ago keeps her answer simple when asked, ‘Where are you from?’
Posted inNation & World
Today In History writer Eugene Kim dies at 61
Since 1984, he was the writer of the daily feature that includes a capsule summary of significant events that took place on that date.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine man learns truth of his past: Nuns stole him as a baby from his mother in Ireland
Kevin Battle of South Portland has always known he was adopted. Only recently, as clues emerged about his mysterious birth, did he learn the truth.
Posted inFood
‘Maine Eats’ exhibit in Portland digs into evolution of state’s cuisine
A showcase at the Maine Historical Society, opening Friday, explores everything from iconic lobster and spuds to the more modern sustainability movement.
Posted inFood
Cookbook writer Lily Wallace a familiar name in early 1900s, but her summertime ties to Maine are little known
A little digging leads to some insight into the enigmatic author who spent summers cooking in a cottage in Edgecomb.