WASHINGTON — Ten years after the 2008-09 financial crisis, we’re swamped with studies and reminiscences. What are the legacies of the crisis? How long will they endure? Are they accurate — or just convenient scapegoats? Here are three takeaways. (1) We can no longer rule out another worldwide depression — something akin to the Great […]
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Safety procedures reviewed in wake of Mass. explosions
Maine public safety officials and natural gas companies said they will be reviewing safety measures in the wake of the series of explosions in Massachusetts that destroyed dozens of homes, killed one person and injured at least 25 others on Thursday. Early indications are that the lines were over-pressurized, forcing gas into homes and other […]
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Death notices for Saturday, Sept. 15
ADAMS — Muriel A., of Auburn died Saturday, Sept. 8. Family and friends are invited to visit from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Pinette Dillingham & Lynch Funeral Home, 305 Alfred Plourde Parkway, Lewiston, 784-4023. Burial and committal services to follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Auburn. FRANCIS — Robert M., […]
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Rosaire R. Mathieu
LEWISTON — Rosaire R. Mathieu, 74, of Greene passed away Wednesday, Sept. 12, surrounded by his loving family in Lewiston. Rosaire was born in Lewiston to Armand and Lauretta Mathieu on May 14, 1944. He went to Lewiston schools. He married the love of his life, Marilyn Michaud, on Nov. 28, 1964, at Sacred Heart Church […]
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Arnold W. Bryant
FARMINGTON — Arnold W. Bryant, 70, a resident of Livermore, passed away Thursday, Sept. 13, at Franklin Memorial Hospital in Farmington. He was born Aug. 9, 1948, in Farmington, the son of Roy Bryant and Shirley Jordan. He attended school at Leavitt and in Livermore Falls. He proudly served in the United States Navy. Arnold worked […]
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Golden a better candidate
I agree completely with the letter from Joseph Glass (Sept. 9). Jared Golden is a far better candidate than Bruce Poliquin. Beverly Peterson, Auburn
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Writer's views were offensive
This is only the second time I have ever written a letter to the editor of the Sun Journal, but I just can’t take Steve Turner’s outlook on what Jesus would do if he came down from the cross (letter, Sept. 8). I find his “Jesus” views offensive to the current medical care that is […]
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Country needs to be united
Recently, I went with my wife to the Labor Day union picnic. We enjoyed good food, good weather and listened to our representatives and labor leaders. They all had good, inspiring things to say. I would like to suggest that people focus more on speaking in a more positive way as representatives. We live in […]
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I support Melissa Simones Landry
On Nov. 6, I will be supporting Melissa Simones Landry to serve as the next County Commissioner for District 2 in Lewiston. As the current District 2 Commissioner, I know she will represent residents well on the board. I have had the pleasure of being her friend for more than a decade. Her integrity, honesty, […]
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Cancer: Time for an adventure
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Prince Harry, 34; Tom Hardy, 41; Tommy Lee Jones, 72; Oliver Stone, 72. Happy Birthday: Be open to suggestions and willing to do your part this year, and you will gain respect and confidence. Personal changes to the way you advance or in where or how you live will be […]