Dan King

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September 16, 2021

From Augusta – A new assault and the war with COVID continues

Sometimes, oftentimes, we are at our best when things appear to be at their worst. As in any war, success demands of us cooperation, a societal commitment to do what is necessary to help each other work toward a goal. Regarding COVID, our choices and our discipline are still being tested. According to the CDC, […]
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September 16, 2021

Obituary – Elizabeth Best

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth “Betty” Best. She passed away at her home in Kennebunk while surrounded with love and her family by her side on Sept. 9, 2021. She succumbed to pancreatic cancer. She was in her 87th year. Betty was born on Jan. 27, 1934, in […]
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September 16, 2021

From Augusta – Helping students succeed

Fall is upon us, and with the change of seasons, Maine students begin a new school year. Last year was a challenging and confusing time; it was full of challenges and disruptions for parents, students and teachers alike. In response, the Legislature took action to set our schools and our students up for success today […]
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September 16, 2021

Letters to the Editor

Come together, right now To the editor, We have just observed the 20th anniversary of the attack by al-Qaeda on the United States of America. That was a time preserved in our collective memory as 9/11 and – for those who lived through the experience – a time that is forever seared in our lives. […]
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September 16, 2021

A Window on the Past – The Fickett family of South Portland

Even if you’re a fairly new resident in South Portland, if you’ve taken any time exploring the community, you may already be familiar with the name Fickett. Perhaps you have already taken a drive down Fickett Street, between Highland Avenue and Sawyer Street. There were once Fickett homes and farms along that street, as well […]
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September 16, 2021

Community News – South Portland Land Trust launches Community Business Partner Program

New program enables businesses to actively support the organization’s conservation efforts.
Published
September 15, 2021

Community News – Animal Welfare Society names director of operations and programs

The Animal Welfare Society announced the hiring of Adam Ricci as director of operations and programs. In the newly-created position, Ricci will administer the organization’s community programs, including Stay@Home, Behavior & Training, Youth Humane Education and Community Veterinary Clinic. He will also oversee operations of the Adoption Center and animal-related services. According to a Sept. […]
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September 15, 2021

Guest Column – Weather by George

I’ve been living with weather all my life, but never with the violent kind of weather we’ve been seeing all around the globe lately. So, I thought I’d ask my neighbor, George, who lives in the basement apartment next door, how he understands today’s weather, and then just listen. He said it was the result […]
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September 15, 2021

Our Sustainable City – Start me up: Electric Vehicle Charging 101

The battery in your electric vehicle is like the battery in your phone. When you step into your electric vehicle and turn it on, you’ll see a battery percentage icon on the dashboard. Much like your phone, your vehicle tells you not only the percent at which your EV battery is charged, but also a […]
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September 15, 2021

Pandemic Reflections – Maine meets, surpasses great expectations

Last week’s column described the recent transformation of our real estate market, where despite the pandemic, out-of-state buyers have created a housing market running on steroids. Maine, though tucked up into the country’s northeastern corner, historically has drawn a steady stream of newcomers. It’s not news that for centuries, most have come from Massachusetts. The […]

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