THE CONVERSATION — The fraying relationship between the U.S. and Israel over the latter country’s conduct of its war in Gaza got even worse on April 4, 2024, several days after Israel killed seven aid workers in a drone strike. President Joe Biden spoke to Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu and warned him that the U.S. would put conditions […]
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Gordon L. Weil: Trump’s RINOs are not extinct
The political guesswork is that the presidential and congressional elections this year will be settled by narrow margins. Speculation focuses on several swing groups that could play key roles in the races. Will the abortion issue bring a large turnout of women to support the Democrats? Will President Biden’s lingering support for Israel in the […]
Sen. Eloise Vitelli: Mainers deserve to have their reproductive autonomy protected
The ability to determine our reproductive health is a fundamental human right, and it deserves the same level of protection as other constitutionally protected rights. The ability to control one’s reproductive health is vital to being an equal member of our society and economy — this includes the decision of when, whether and how to […]
LC Van Savage: The meeks
“Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the Earth.” Matthew 5:5. Really? Oh, were this to be true, how awful I would feel for the meeks if they had to inherit our globe the way it is today. What could they do with it? No matter how many romantic songs we hear about our […]
Glenn Michaels: Drivers, please wake up and smell the coffee
My father, who was a highway safety engineer, used to talk with me often about drivers and highway safety. He told me that the two terms really don’t belong together anymore. That is even more on target today. I saw my life pass before my eyes the other day as a driver drove rapidly through […]
Nor’easter knocks out power, disrupts meetings in Midcoast
Midcoast towns battle heavy snow and widespread power loss during the spring storm.
Freeport businesses prepare for celestial event
Despite not being in the path of totality, these Freeport businesses are set to offer partial eclipse viewings closer to home.
Proceeds from online auction to benefit KELT’s programs and preserves
Kennebec Estuary Land Trust invites community members to participate in its online auction, which opens for bidding Tuesday, April 9. The auction features a wide assortment of items and experiences in the estuary and beyond, and all proceeds from the auction will directly support KELT’s programs and preserves. Bidding ends at 11:59 p.m. on May […]
Freeport to set up property tax assistance for seniors
The Town Council voted on Tuesday to adopt a property tax assistance program for Freeport residents above the age of 62.
From the Chocolate Church: Soulful singer Sexton sells out Chocolate Church
Saturday night’s show at the Chocolate Church Arts Center in Bath is a sell-out. Lucky fans of legendary singer-songwriter Martin Sexton who decided to get their tickets early are up for an amazing evening of soul, country, rock and blues. A word of caution, however, from Marketing Director Sara Moore. Beware of possible online scammers […]
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