Lots of people asked me today what I am doing to celebrate my birthday. The following is not made up or me trying to be funny, in fact just the opposite. I made brunch this morning for Laura and myself. We took a quick drive along a small part of southern Maine's coastline. Got home. … Continue reading Godzilla, KFC and your last breath
Tag: Randy Seaver
Voices Carry
I understand that tensions are high, and that feelings are raw on the national political stage, but I still think we can engage in robust discussion and debate without marginalizing millions of Americans who suffer daily with varying degrees of mental illness. Reading some of the social media commentary regarding the U.S. Senate confirmation hearings … Continue reading Voices Carry
Pour Some Sugar on Me
For centuries, newspapers, (and then later) radio and television news operations kept an immeasurable amount of gravitas in their pants’ pocket, like so many nickels and dimes. The publishers, editors (and oftentimes the reporters) took your trust in them for granted.
Smokin’ In The Boys’ Room
It’s really not that surprising, and I’m not so sure that I disagree with Maine Governor Janet Mills. Here’s the set-up: Maine Democrats – who have majority control of both chambers in the State House – are in a tough spot. Why? Because there is a possible and significant state budget shortfall on the horizon. … Continue reading Smokin’ In The Boys’ Room
Hello, Goodbye
Dear readers, Once again, I have some good news and some bad news. Let’s start with the good news. Roughly 24 hours ago, Laura told me it was time for me to get a bit more serious about the Biddeford Gazette, an online multi-media news source focused on the city of Biddeford. Instead of trying … Continue reading Hello, Goodbye
Biddeford lawmakers brace for ‘tough’ session
With the 132nd Legislature now officially underway and facing a state budget shortfall, members of Biddeford’s legislative delegation are preparing for what is expected to be a battle of spending priorities. Members of Biddeford’s delegation are all Democrats, the party that holds a solid majority in both the House and Senate; as well as the … Continue reading Biddeford lawmakers brace for ‘tough’ session
A Change Will Do You Good
“So I turned myself to face me But I've never caught a glimpse How the others must see the faker I'm much too fast to take that test” -- David Bowie, Changes (1971) Today – almost 44 years later – I still enjoy telling the story about the first time something that I wrote was … Continue reading A Change Will Do You Good
A Legacy of Service Deserves Nothing Less
Gen. Wallace Nutting was the walking, talking definition of being a local bad ass, but he was also one of the most humble and sincere people I have ever met: a man who led by persuasion -- a man always in search of the potential good in others. Therefore, I think it’s the very least … Continue reading A Legacy of Service Deserves Nothing Less
Parking garage woes continue in Biddeford
More than four years after it was opened, several Biddeford officials remain frustrated about how the city’s parking garage is being operated, saying the garage operators still have no incentive to increase efficiency and lower the city’s financial obligations. Over the past year, the city has paid the garage owners nearly $570,000 in stabilization payments … Continue reading Parking garage woes continue in Biddeford
A Fork in the Road: Sympathy for the Devil
As Chaucer once said, all good things must come to an end. And that’s where I find myself today: another fork in the road, another pivot point in my career. Over the past few days, several people have asked me why I started the Biddeford Gazette, and why I am no longer writing for Saco … Continue reading A Fork in the Road: Sympathy for the Devil
NOTES TO CARL | LESSONS IN MEDIOCRITY 