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    Rick Craven says there is no doubt about the reason behind his 1991 success. “It’s very simple. Ricky Craven used to race with his foot. Now, he races with his head,” says the 25-year-old Newburgh native who now calls Concord, N.H., home. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
    Two Colby College of Waterville student-athletes, who will be members of the junior class next fall, have earned regional honors for their participation as members of the 1991 White Mule women’s outdoor track team. Brenda Eller of New Sharon, a Mt. Blue of Farmington graduate,… Read More
    AT HERMON MEADOW GC Hermon Meadow Ladies’ Golf Assoc. Two-Ball, Better Ball Gross: Francine Stevens-Audrey Gunn, 82; Sandy Bourgoine-Gerry Lounsbury, 86 googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var i = 0; i… Read More
    AUGUSTA – More than 200 people turned out to attend the 1991 Maine moose hunting permit drawing here at the Augusta Armory Wednesday evening to find out if they were lucky enough to have their names drawn out of the lottery drum. The first application… Read More
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    A pair of Aroostook County teams clinched Eastern Maine softball championships on Wednesday afternoon to highlight regional title action. The Madawaska Owls, seeded fifth, defeated No. 6 Narraguagus of Harrington 5-4 to win the EM Class C title. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    SKOWHEGAN – Skowhegan’s Franny MacMichael admitted to “being a little nervous” after the Presque Isle Wildcats loaded the bases in the top of the seventh of their schoolgirl softball championship game Wednesday. However, after she joked with catcher Jessica Moore about how she always pitched… Read More
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    Hampden and Legends tie At Husson College in Bangor, Mark Fernald of Legends scored the tying goal late in the second half on an unassisted play to knot the score against Hampden and it stayed 1-1 in Central Maine Summer Soccer League action Wednesday. Corey… Read More
    ANAH-KORA ShRINE CEREMONIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Starting times for the Anah-Kora Shrine Ceremonial Golf Tournament to be held Friday, June 14, at Hermon Meadow Golf Club. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var… Read More
    July 1 at Augusta A tryout camp-clinic, one of a series conducted by the Major League Scouting Bureau, will be held at Augusta’s Maguire Field July 1 at 9 a.m. for players 16-25 years old. All players must bring a complete uniform, and American Legion… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE – It’s a long road trip from Augusta to Presque Isle, so the Cony High School baseball team made a short stop on the way to Wednesday’s Eastern Maine Class A baseball championship game. Coach Jeff Trundy took his Rams to Mahaney Diamond… Read More
    Shawn Gross, an All-America honorable mention from Bucksport High School, headlines a talented contingent of Maine wrestlers who will compete against a Nebraska all-star wrestling team on June 21 in Bucksport. Fifteen Maine wrestlers will compete against the Nebraska wrestlers in a friendship series now… Read More
    Deering High School senior southpaw phenom Mark O’Brien, a fifth round draft choice of the Texas Rangers, has signed with the Rangers and won’t attend the University of Maine. He had signed a letter of intent with Maine. A family spokesperson verified that O’Brien signed… Read More
    Southern Aroostook High School of Dyer Brook went to its final at bat against Washburn High School to win the Eastern Maine Class D championship on Wednesday afternoon by a 6-5 score. Meanwhile, sporadic thunderstorms producing heavy rains washed out two other regional baseball finals… Read More
    Bangor Parks & Recreation Track Bangor Parks and Recreation is still accepting boys and girls entering grades K-8 for its summer track and field program. Cost is $20. Fee includes tee-shirts, practices, and meets. Call Betsy Glanville at 947-1018 to register. Read More
    NEWPORT — The late Isabel R. Hamlin of Sebasticook Grange of Newport was recognized in a special memorial program presented by Chaplain Doris Towle recently. Special music was provided by Marion Williams and a candlelighting ceremony conducted by Lecturer Ruth Savage and Ceries Barbara King. Read More
    PITTSFIELD — The Lee-Doncet VFW Auxiliary and Post held a joint installation of officers and special awards night recently. Outgoing Auxiliary President Marjorie Lessard was presented with a gift by other members. New auxiliary officers are: Ruth Walker, president; Merideth O’Reilly, vice president; Elaine Taylor,… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — The cardiology department at Gould Memorial Hospital will offer a cardiology clinic beginning Thursday, June 13, at the hospital. The clinic is being offered in conjunction with Northeast Cardiology Associates of Bangor, an association consisting of eight board-certified cardiologists. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — The Presque Isle Indoor Pool is taking prepaid registration for the summer session. To be offered are adult beginner, advanced beginner, youth beginner, intermediate, parent-toddler and infant classes, lifeguard training, basic water and safety instructor, emergency water safety, and synchronized swimming. For… Read More
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    The members of the Old Town/Orono YMCA Board of Directors would like to thank those individuals, organizations and businesses that helped to sponsor the Rick Charette and the Bubble Gum Band concert that was held on Sunday, June 2. Thanks to their support the YMCA was able to… Read More
    I was glad to see Dr. Chris Ritter’s column (BDN, May 31) pointing out the lack of scientific evidence for homosexuals being born that way. It’s good to see a member of the medical community who isn’t afraid of looking at the facts. What a… Read More
    It appears that some state of Maine workers are too young to answer the telephone. I have a large family and as my children got older they wanted to learn to use the telephone. The rule at our house has always been, “You are old enough to answer… Read More
    When I learned that the courts in California wanted to televise their executions, I was appalled to think that they would subject the public to such an occasion. If there is a positive side to this issue, it is that perhaps society will come to… Read More
    I am writing about the proposed personnel cuts within the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. I, and many other sportsmen, are very much opposed to this proposal. I am most strongly against any layoffs of wardens, biologists, and especially the hardworking technicians. According to… Read More
    WASHBURN — The 11th annual August festival will be held in Washburn from Friday to Sunday, Aug. 16 to 18. On Friday, the town’s alumni banquet and an all-hits video dance will be held. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var… Read More
    MACHIAS — Standing near the head of Main Street in the town of Machias is the Burnham Tavern, a charming gambrel-roofed building built in 1770 by Job Burnham just seven years after the settling of the town. It is the oldest building east of the Penobscot River and… Read More
    Leonard’s Mills, a recreation of a 1790’s sawmill settlement in Bradley, will come alive with people and the sounds of early settlers during its “Living History Days” on July 13-14. The historical site, located at the outlet to Chemo Pond, is operated by the Maine… Read More
    PATTEN — “Wherever I go, people always tell me `Patten is people,’ so we’ve tried to plan this event around people.” That’s how Greg Bagley, chairman of the Patten Sesquicentennial Committee, described that town’s upcoming 150th anniversary celebration scheduled for August. googletag.cmd.push(function () { //… Read More
    LINCOLN — With support from various volunteer organizations, the Greater Lincoln Area Chamber of Commerce has organized Homecoming U.S.A. ’91 for July 18-20. Scheduled events include the traditional Riverdrivers Supper on Thursday, July 18 and sidewalk sales, crafts, a Knights of Columbus chicken barbecue, and… Read More
    During the last few years, Bucksport has spruced up its Main Street (Route 15) and waterfront. The results are eye-catching for both shoppers and boaters. Main Street, rebuilt at great inconvenience to local merchants and residents two years ago, provides improved visibility and parking and… Read More
    GREENVILLE — From the shoreline in downtown Greenville, Moosehead Lake stretches north into the wilderness. The view extends (depending on one’s position) only as far as Harfords Point to the west and perhaps Burnt Jacket Mountain to the east. Within these artificial boundaries, Moosehead appears… Read More
    The highlight of the summer season in Camden and Rockport will be the celebration of centennials. Camden will celebrate its bicentennial, while Rockport will celebrate a mere 100 years of history. Both towns were originally known as Goose River, but after 100 years (1791-1891), feisty… Read More
    Bangor and Brewer will be awash in red, white and blue in July as the Twin Cities celebrate what promises to be the mother of all Independence Day observances in Eastern Maine. From just after dawn until long after dusk, the cities will burst at… Read More
    FREEPORT — The town made famous by L.L. Bean offers something for everyone, from shopping to history to scenic shorelines to a natural wonder found nowhere else in Maine. During the last 20 years, many outlet stores have opened along Main Street (Route 1) in… Read More
    CASTINE — Pearl Harbor gets all the press and all the tourists. America’s two greatest naval defeats occurred on opposite coasts — at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii and Castine in Maine. History writers (“Day of Infamy”) and movies (“Tora! Tora! Tora!”) prolifically mention Pearl Harbor… Read More
    Various fairs, including many billed as agricultural fairs, take place in Maine each summer. The fairs range in size from small to large, with varying attractions and agricultural exhibits. For 1991, the fair dates are: Pittston Fair: June 21-23 googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
    Popularized in song by the Beachboys, the sloop “John B” probably sailed from a Maine port. For a time during the late 19th century, Maine shipbuilders dominated the nation’s shipbuilding industry. Even as steamships sounded the death knell for commercial sailing vessels, Maine shipyards continuously… Read More
    BOOTHBAY HARBOR — As a bearded and balding middle-aged man swerves his dinghy to port to avoid a large powerboat moored across his path, the setting sun casts long shadows across Boothbay Harbor. The fellow in the dinghy alters course toward the dock where he plans to tie… Read More
    CARIBOU — Summer activities in Caribou, the nation’s northernmost city, include a hot air balloon festival, special events at the Nylander Museum, a gigantic arts and crafts festival, a historical society presentation and numerous road races. In June, the Nylander Museum will feature a “warm… Read More
    CUMBERLAND — Supposedly scattered with enough islands to equal the number of days in a year, Casco Bay remains an undiscovered paradise for most people living in central and eastern Maine. Peaks, Great Diamond, Long, Cliff — those inhabited islands lying closest to Portland receive… Read More
    Another summer season has arrived, and with it renewed opportunity for antiquers to harvest the many treasures to be found here in Maine. Whatever your pleasure, glass, primitive, country, advertising, etc., you will find it in abundance here in the thousands of antique shops, shows, group shops, and… Read More
    VAN BUREN — Van Buren voters filled nine positions in Tuesday’s town elections. Along with SAD 24 voters in Hamlin and Cyr Plantation, they also voted, in a non-binding referendum question, to keep the potato harvest recess. In town elections, Van Buren residents picked two… Read More
    MAPLETON — Mapleton has joined other communities in Maine who have adopted ordinances prohibiting storage or disposal facilities for radioactive waste. At a special town meeting Tuesday, 20 Mapleton residents enacted the ordinance they hope will prevent the state from storing or disposing of radioactive… Read More
    MACHIAS — The following cases were processed in 4th District Court in Machias through the week ending May 30: Donald D. Falls, 46, Las Vegas, Nev., operating motor vehicle without license, $110. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes =… Read More
    EASTPORT — Maine fishermen and aquaculturists who need help from the state will be out of luck in a few weeks when the state Department of Marine Resources does its budgetary duty by laying off its entire team of Fisheries Technology Service field representatives. Glen… Read More
    PLYMOUTH — A possible alternate water source for an oil-contaminated section of Plymouth was discovered earlier this week and is being tested, according to Pam Parker of the Department of Environmental Protection. Parker said that a possible source, about a mile from the contaminated area in south Plymouth,… Read More
    DEXTER — There is renewed interest in this area about re-establishing the Dover-Foxcroft to Newport rail line. A meeting will be held in Dexter at 7 p.m., Thursday, June 13, at the town council chambers to discuss a proposal by Richard Poulin and George Clark of Clinton, who… Read More
    ROCKPORT — While the SAD 28 budget and the Camden fire station project went down to defeat Tuesday night, Rockport voters agreed to borrow $250,000 for their historic Opera House. A measure passed by a vote of 453-236 to borrow $250,000 for structural renovation, including… Read More
    CAMDEN — Residents attending the annual town meeting voted 90-63 to cover a $126,969 overdraft incurred by the Snow Bowl. Although the overdraft covered three years of bad debt at the Snow Bowl, residents had not been informed of the problem until this year. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    SEARSPORT — Voters from SAD 56’s three towns on Tuesday approved a 1991-92 school budget calling for expenditures of $5,550,355. The approved budget is $420,447, 7.7 percent higher than last year’s figure. In approving the budget, the voters added $25,000 to the school board’s initial… Read More
    CAMDEN — The Camden Parks and Recreation Department will begin its annual “Wednesday in the Park” entertainment series in July. The free family entertainment is held each Wednesday in July and August at Laite Beach Park, on Bay View Street. The performances begin at 1 p.m. David Dodson… Read More
    CAMDEN — If you saw this one coming, you are smarter than a lot of people. Camden taxpayers Tuesday night killed a proposed $1.2 million fire station by a vote of 796-474, or a margin of more than 62 percent. In political circles, a loss of more than… Read More
    DEER ISLE — Voters from Deer Isle and Stonington on Tuesday approved a $2.6 million budget for the island’s Community School District for the 1991-92 school year. In addition to adopting the proposed budget figures, the voters added $6,000 to the budget to keep the… Read More
    CASTINE — Despite a sharp decline in the number of college students nationwide, applications for admission to Maine Maritime Academy have increased each year for five consecutive years. According to academy officials, this year’s applicant pool shows a 35 percent jump over the total in… Read More
    BUCKSPORT — More than $61,000 was awarded in scholarships to graduating seniors during commencement exercises June 7, at Bucksport High School. The scholarships and their recipients are as follows: Bucksport Teachers Association, Kristin Wood and Marci Dichard; Bucksport High School Alumni Association, Lisa Brown, Nicole… Read More
    In what is being called a major cooperative effort by three area hospitals, a new surgical technique using state-of-the-art fiber optics is now available for gallbladder surgery. The procedure, called laparoscopic cholecystectomy, is designed to remove the gallbladder without the need for a formal incision… Read More
    The East Orrington Congregational Church was burglarized during the weekend, and about $1,000 worth of electronic sound equipment and a donated sterling silver tea set were stolen. The burglars used a crowbar to open the church doors, according to Sgt. Glenn Ross of the Penobscot… Read More
    HAMPDEN — The Comprehensive Planning Committee has adjourned for the summer, awaiting a state grant to proceed with drafting the blueprint for land-use management and development. The state Comprehensive Planning Office is expected to offer Hampden $32,000. Under a matching-funds agreement, the state will supply… Read More
    The Bangor Parks and Recreation Summer Schedule will be as follows: Beginning June 10: track and field program from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays until July 2 at Garland Street Field for children 6-14. Fee is $20. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define… Read More
    Orono will celebrate Orono Festival Day on Saturday, June 15. A parade of 70 units and 2,100 people will begin at 11 a.m. and end at 1 p.m. Orono officials are expecting a traffic problem for anyone wanting to go through town on Route 2. Read More
    ORONO — If the Town Council accepts the proposed 1991-92 budget as it now stands, the new tax rate would be about $19.20 per $1,000. The tax rate now is $17.80 per $1,000, based on last year’s budget and a valuation of $207 million. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    BUCKSPORT — A 30-year-old contracted worker remained hospitalized late Wednesday night after he touched a live power line while working on telephone lines in Bucksport earlier that afternoon. Harold Wilber was in fair condition late Wednesday night, according to a hospital spokesman at Eastern Maine… Read More
    MACHIAS — Looking for the “hometown” feeling they once knew as children in the small community of City Island in New York City, Pat and Donna LaValle found their new hometown in Machias four years ago. Last month, the couple opened the town’s newest tourist home, Halcyon Days… Read More
    AUGUSTA — A bill to legalize video gambling machines in Maine bars was approaching final votes in the Legislature on Wednesday, but Gov. John R. McKernan said he would veto the proposal unless it contains stricter safeguards against abuses. The House joined the Senate in… Read More
    PORTLAND — Two store clerks and a police officer were threatened recently by youths brandishing toy guns that looked like the real thing, a problem that worries police in Maine’s largest city. “Clearly, it is a concern when kids, especially someone 11 years old, are… Read More
    AUGUSTA — Maine liquor chief Guy A. Marcotte received a written reprimand for his role in a mixup that resulted in two state stores opening on May 24 while most of state government was closed due to emergency budget cutbacks, a top McKernan administration official said Wednesday. Read More