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A Quiet Shift in America’s Spiritual Landscape

March 17, 2026

Recent data shows that the decline in church attendance and rise of atheism have slowed, with more people identifying as Christian or joining other faiths. Researchers note that the percentage of adults who say they belong to a religion or have no religion has stayed steady over five years. Some sch

politics

How Policies Shape Faith and Family

March 17, 2026

In the United States, people who say they have no religious affiliation—often called “nones”—now outnumber Catholics and trail Protestants by only a few points. Although many of these nones still believe in God, they differ from traditional churchgoers in ways that can affect society. Studies show t

entertainment

Fun Night at the Opera House Helps a Local Food Bank

March 17, 2026

Gardiner’s Johnson Hall Opera House is hosting an entertaining evening on March 21 to raise money for the Chrysalis Place Food Bank. The show, starting at 7:30 p. m. , mixes music, comedy, circus tricks and dance. Attendees can enjoy acts such as the Cowboy Angels, juggler Shane Miclon, the band B

health

Trust in U. S. Vaccines Drops as Debate Heats Up

March 17, 2026

A recent survey shows that only 60 % of Americans now trust the government’s advice on childhood vaccines, down from 71 % last June. The change follows a new schedule introduced in January by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , which cut the number of universally recommended vaccines from about

crime

Teacher Sentenced for Online Abuse

March 17, 2026

A former science teacher from Boston, John Gavin, has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for a series of serious offenses involving minors. The judge found that Gavin had used his position to lure at least one underage girl into sexual conversations over the internet. He also demanded tha

science

Spring’s Official Start: The Science Behind the Equinox

March 17, 2026

March 20th brings a quiet but important moment: the Earth’s tilt briefly balances out. On this day, sunlight hits the equator directly, giving both hemispheres roughly equal hours of daylight and darkness. It’s a quirky cosmic coincidence that happens only twice a year. For thousands of years, cult

entertainment

Oscar Night Shifts: Why One Film Won Over the Other

March 16, 2026

The 2026 Oscars felt like a marathon, but it ended with a clear winner. Even after the Academy’s shift toward more diverse members, old patterns still mattered. A film called “One Battle” took Best Picture, just as it had won at the Golden Globes, BAFTAs, and critics’ circles. Its rival, “S

politics

Community Spirit: A Portland Hub for Irish Culture

March 16, 2026

Portland’s largest St. Patrick’s Day open house drew about 750 people, turning the historic Irish Heritage Center into a lively gathering place for music, dance, and art. The event highlighted the center’s core goal: keeping its building alive while sharing Irish traditions with everyone. The city

lifestyle

NYC Scores High in the Active‑Lifestyle Race

March 16, 2026

New York City earned a spot as the second best U. S. city for staying fit, according to a recent ranking that examined 35 different health‑related factors across the country’s largest urban centers. The study looked at everything from monthly gym fees to how many basketball hoops a city has per resi

entertainment

Where Do Hollywood’s Golden Men Live?

March 16, 2026

Oscar winners have their own quirks about where they keep the shiny statues that symbolize career peaks. Some stash them in fancy museums, others hide them under beds or on kitchen counters. The choice often reflects personal comfort, privacy needs, or a touch of humor. One veteran actor leaves his