Men’s College Basketball FARMINGTON – Dan Header’s 3-point field goal with 7:03 remaining ignited a 9-0 run to help the University of Maine Farmington Beavers defeat the University of Maine-Machias Clippers 84-63 in men’s basketball action Thursday. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes… Read More
    MAINE vs. NEW HAMPSHIRE Time, site: Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; Snively Arena, Durham, N.H. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var i = 0; i < slot_sizes.length; i++) { if (isMobileDevice())… Read More
    BOSTON – Scott Pellerin’s National Hockey League stint may be only 19 games old, but the former University of Maine Hobey Baker Award winner has impressed not only his coaches and teammates, but opposing coaches and teammates as well. The New Jersey Devils left winger… Read More
    BOSTON – Former University of Maine Hobey Baker Award winner Scott Pellerin hasn’t been in the National Hockey League very long, but it was evident in his New Jersey Devils’ 7-5 loss to the Bruins at Boston Garden on Saturday that the 23-year-old Shediac, New Brunswick, native can… Read More
    ORONO – In a game featuring two basketball teams trying to break the habit of losing in the final seconds, it was the University of Maine men who displayed steadier nerves in the late going, thereby earning a 78-73 victory over Boston University Thursday night at Alfond Arena. Read More
    Women’s College Basketball PLYMOUTH, N.H. – Cynde LaPierre and Lori Towle each scored 13 first-half points as the University of Southern Maine women cruised past Plymouth State 96-62 for their 11th straight win in basketball action here Thursday night. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
    INDIAN ISLAND – The Old Town High School hockey team is potent, but it also showed on Thursday night that it is also pretty darned good in the defensive zone. The Indians held Bangor High School’s Rams to only nine shots on goal in the… Read More
    University of Maine junior defenseman Jason Weinrich was not getting the ice time he wanted and he knew who to blame: himself. But he realized what he needed to do and will enter this weekend’s series against New Hampshire playing some of the best hockey… Read More
    Men’s College Basketball Okay! Listen up Maine small colleges, especially you folks in the NAIA District 5 ranks: There’s a new kid on the block and it goes by the name of Westbrook College. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var… Read More
    Men’s College Basketball Paul Butler of Colby College has been named the NCAA Division III Regional Player of the Week by the National Weekly Basketball Gazette. DuPlayer of the Week by the National Weekly Basketball Gazette. During action last week, Butler helped Colby go 3-0… Read More
    Brian Colman scored 16 points and hauled down 12 rebounds to lead the Brewer High Witches to a 54-42 schoolboy basketball win over Stearns High Thursday night at the Brewer gym. The win boosted the Witches to 4-9. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    Two local skiers have a significant stake in Saturday’s third annual Sugarloaf/USA Jimmy Fund Ski-Along. The event, presented by Unicel, is part of the weekend-long 10th annual Canadian Club Celebrity Cup. All proceeds from the activities benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support cancer research… Read More
    BOSTON – For the first time since March of 1988, the Boston University Terriers women’s basketball team defeated the University of Maine at Case Gym here. The Terriers of Coach Christine Basile jumped out to a 12-point halftime lead and held off the Black Bears… Read More
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    BELFAST — Belfast stands a good chance of recovering through a state grant most of the $238,000 it has spent on its recycling center, provided it keeps an open-bin policy toward other communities. City Manager Arlo Redman told the City Council on Wednesday that he… Read More
    ORRINGTON — Selectmen met with Ron Harriman, a grants writing consultant, Monday night to learn more about Community Development Block Grants. Harriman, who is working on similar proposals for Dover-Foxcroft and Brownville, is a former Brewer city councilor. He has been involved in helping towns… Read More
    CAMDEN — Camden-Rockport High School thespians are preparing for the Winter One-Act Festival which will be presented at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 4-6, at the high school. For three nights the group will present the work of three directors and their casts. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    ROCKLAND — The Live Poets Society will present four poets and their translations of four languages at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, at the First Universalist Church, 345 Broadway. Ted Bookey of Readfield will read his translations of Erich Kastner, German novelist, playwright and children’s… Read More
    Since our new president has been in office, I have been in mourning. Our nation under God has been turned into one nation under sin. Christians had better wake up. The president wants more abortions and fetal research now and that could mean women selling their unborn babies… Read More
    I was stunned to read of the Navy’s resumption of cruise missile testing over Maine (BDN, Jan. 20). This is a blatant disregard for the will of the voters of this state, as well as a huge waste of our tax dollars. This reaffirms my notion that if… Read More
    As a man with a proven high degree of intelligence and such a strong popular mandate from “we the people,” how can President Clinton demonstrate such poor judgment, right at the beginning of his term in office? I’m deeply disappointed. During the Second World War,… Read More
    “Wrongheaded” is not too strong a word to characterize the state bureaucracy’s efforts to shove the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance down the throats of the people of St. George. It risks turning us all into Libertarians and turning the DEP out on the street. The state threatens fines and… Read More
    At Miller’s Restaurant, you never know who might darken the front door. Jimmy Carter dined at Miller’s once — when he wasn’t president. Walter Mondale has eaten, there, too — when he was vice president. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]];… Read More
    “Meet Me at Miller’s.” That’s been a popular and effective advertising slogan for many years for Miller’s Restaurant. The slogan developed from the social patterns established over the years at Miller’s; sooner or later, everybody dines there, and for so many people, the restaurant is… Read More
    HAMPDEN — A Hampden man was arrested Thursday afternoon after a domestic dispute at his Laskey Lane home. Hampden police received a call about 3 p.m. Thursday from a woman who said her husband had brandished a shotgun at her when she threatened to leave… Read More
    CARIBOU — Jack Dexter, president of the Maine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, will speak at noon Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Yusef’s Restaurant. The luncheon presentation is sponsored by the Caribou Rotary Club and the Caribou Chamber of Commerce. Dexter will discuss threats to Maine… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — The United Way of Aroostook recently recognized The Aroostook Medical Center for employee contributions to the agency. TAMC employees were the largest contributor to United Way, reaching a goal of $14,000 for this year’s campaign. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    SHERMAN — The Sherman Recreation Department and the Molunkus Fish and Game Club will hold a winter carnival Friday, Feb. 5, and Saturday, Feb. 6. Events scheduled for Friday include a beef stew supper at 5 p.m. at the Fish and Game Club. A dance… Read More
    CARIBOU — A program on the Maine Employees Mutual Insurance Co. will be held at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, at Yusef’s Restaurant. The program is sponsored by Leaders Encouraging Aroostook Development and the Caribou Chamber of Commerce. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — An incident of alleged sexual misconduct is under investigation at the University of Maine at Presque Isle, according to university officiais. According to a statement issued by UMPI officials, the incident occurred in a residence hall. The incident was alleged to have… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — The Aroostook Medical Center’s hematology-oncology (tumor clinic) department was moved Wednesday to the new medical office building at Gould Memorial Hospital. Patients may use the main entrance to the hospital, proceed downstairs and follow the signs to the new office, according to… Read More
    FORT KENT — John Labrie, a registered nurse at Northern Maine Medical Center at Fort Kent, has been appointed the facility’s director of education. He will oversee employee training and development and the assessment of educational and training needs. He also will be responsible for… Read More
    FORT FAIRFIELD — On Thursday, police investigated a burglary at the Murphy Road residence of Burnice Edgecomb and the theft of a safe containing a large sum of money and jewelry. Also missing was a gold necklace valued at $1,200, according to Fort Fairfield Police… Read More
    MILLINOCKET — Millinocket Regional Hospital’s Facility For Occupational Rehabilitative Medicine will offer Elder-Fit, an exercise program designed for people 55 years of age and older beginning Feb. 8. The goal of the program, which will include stretching, toning and low-impact activity, is to increase general… Read More
    LINCOLN — Organizers of the Greater Lincoln Area Chamber of Commerce’s ninth annual winter carnival are taking no chances this year. Last year, lack of snow forced organizers to postpone the three-day event from late January to late February. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
    LINCOLN — Town officials faced with the expensive problem of solid waste disposal gathered Wednesday to learn more about a regional incinerator. Nearly 25 people representing eight towns in northern Penobscot County came to hear Chester Selectman Galen V. Libby Jr.’s proposal that they band… Read More
    PITTSFIELD — The rush of competition and the exhilaration of physical performance are two reasons that 23 girls participate in cheerleading at Maine Central Institute. On Saturday their excitement and dedication to the sport will be put to the test as 10 members head to… Read More
    PALMYRA — Nancy Reitze, 45, of Canaan was hospitalized at Sebasticook Valley Hospital in Pittsfield Thursday night after an accident on Route 2 in Palmyra. According to Maine State Trooper Steve Spaulding, Reitze was driving a 1986 Ford Bronco west on Route 2, apparently following… Read More
    LINCOLN — A proposed regional incinerator has sparked the interest of several area town officials, who are looking for cost-effective solid waste solutions. Area town officials turned out Wednesday to learn more about what Chester Selectman Galen V. Libby Jr. described as a closer-to-home disposal… Read More
    DOVER-FOXCROFT — Deputies from the Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Department are investigating the theft of a pack basket and supplies from the Chesuncook Lake area. A Millinocket resident reported that he left his pack basket in an area, but when he returned it was gone. The… Read More
    DEXTER — The Dexter Tigers hosted the Scott Hi-Q contest on Tuesday, Jan. 26, kicking off the second round of scholastic competition. Madison and Skowhegan competed with Dexter, with Madison students coming out the winners. Dexter was second and Skowhegan placed third. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
    BRUNSWICK — Publisher Julie Zimmerman will teach a workshop on self-publishing from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at the Maine Writers Center, 12 Pleasant St., Brunswick. This workshop will present an author’s publishing options and the steps required for self-publishing. Topics covered… Read More
    NEWPORT — How do you turn an empty building, no longer used but still costing taxpayer money to heat and maintain, into a hustling, bustling modern unit, completely renovated, still useable by Newport taxpayers, but bringing in a monthly rental fee to the town? You… Read More
    LUBEC — Lubec Selectman Reginald Sawtelle has placed an unusual ad in a local weekly newspaper, hoping that there’ll be no takers. “Opening,” the advertisement begins. “Town Clerk Position … pay scale: unknown. Hours: unknown. Benefits: unknown. Place of work: Lubec Town Office. Accommodations: Possible… Read More
    ROCKLAND — The Mid-Coast School of Technology’s adult education department and the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety will offer a driving dynamics course from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, Feb. 9 and 11, at the school of technology. The five-hour course covers collision-avoidance… Read More
    ROCKPORT — Plants Unlimited will hold a beer-making demonstration for people 21 or older 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30. Andrea Doyle, owner of The Purple Foot Downeast in Waldoboro, will demonstrate and explain brewing. For information or reservations call Plants Unlimited at 594-7754. Read More
    SEARSPORT — Searsport District High School student of the month for December is Shannon Reynolds, a senior, and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Myron Reynolds of Winteport. The awards is based on academic progress, school citizenship, personal deportment, and activities outside the classroom and outside the school. Read More
    CAMDEN — Toboggan Weekend will be held Friday through Sunday, Feb. 5-7, at Camden Snow Bowl. A chili and chowder challenge will be held 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, followed by a pancake breakfast 7-9 a.m. Sunday. Toboggan National Championship Races will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Read More
    BELFAST — A Waldo County Superior Court jury found two Winterport men guilty Thursday on four of the eight charges of theft they faced for the possession of more than $20,000 in stolen property in 1990, ranging from tools to shower stalls and a furnace. Read More
    SOUTHWEST HARBOR — If push comes to shove, the town may build a $1 million filtration system to satisfy the federal government. But townspeople urged their Board of Selectmen to push back before giving in. About 30 residents turned out for a public hearing Wednesday… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Applicants are being sought for the Cushman Scholarship, an annual award to a student or adult resident of Hancock County who is entering or enrolled in postsecondary education in the medical or Christian education field. Applications should be submitted no later than May… Read More
    Bucksport High School Senior Katy Bakeman attended the Presidential Youth Inaugural Conference sponsored by the Congressional Youth Leadership Council, Jan. 17 through Jan. 21. She participated in the five-day conference as a result of winning a social studies essay contest. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define… Read More
    BAR HARBOR — The Mount Desert Island High School Music Boosters have announced they will be supporting an artist-in-residence during the last week in February. Jazz musician Ted Casher will work with the jazz bands at the four island middle schools as well as with… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — The following is a partial list of the cases processed from Jan. 7 through Jan. 20 in the central division of 5th District Court in Ellsworth. Not included in the listing are traffic offenses resulting in fines of less than $100. Doris M. Read More
    AUGUSTA — After 27 years of working on Maine elections, Lorraine Fleury decided this week she had had enough and turned in her resignation. Fleury is director of the Division of Elections within the Secretary of State’s Office. She is probably the most knowledgeable person… Read More
    ORONO — Members of the Orono Hazardous Materials Response Team suited up again Thursday afternoon to perform further tests at the University of Maine’s hazardous-waste storage facility where a possible leak has concerned university officials and forced the evacuation of one nearby home. By Thursday… Read More
    AUGUSTA — An 800-member Franco-American club that fought to keep out women members is applying pressure to get what it views as a bigoted comedy feature off the radio. But WBLM-FM officials said Thursday that “Frenchie” will stay on the air. googletag.cmd.push(function () { //… Read More
    WASHINGTON — Rep. Olympia J. Snowe introduced a half-dozen bills Thursday focusing on women’s health problems and the elderly. The health bills would expand osteoporosis research; fund contraception and infertility research centers; and establish an Office on Women’s Health at the National Institutes of Health. Read More
    CORINNA — A judge in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Bangor has approved a reopening plan for the owners of the Eastland Woolen Mill in Corinna and Striar Textiles in Orono. Owner Steve Striar said Thursday that proceedings in bankruptcy court went well Thursday, and if… Read More
    The fastest way to get an argument started in a meeting of archaeologists is to suggest that humans inhabited the Americas long before 11,500 B.P. (before present). This is the age of the fluted stone tools and weapons found at Clovis, N.M., and generally accepted as being made… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — Canada’s restriction on potatoes from five states, including Maine, dominated Wednesday’s meeting of the Maine Potato Board in Presque Isle. The U.S. potato industry is pressuring the federal government to close U.S. borders to Canadian potatoes before a Feb. 8 meeting of… Read More
    The budget the governor presented to the Legislature should read: Property Taxpayer Beware. In December, Gov. McKernan came to Bangor to discuss the state budget shortfall. I told him the people of my district were not happy about the prospect of tax increases. I said that cuts in… Read More
    BLOOMFIELD, New Brunswick — Seventy years after Prohibition began in the United States, the quiet backwoods roads between Maine and Canada once traveled by bootleggers are suddenly busy again. Today’s smugglers aren’t interested in liquor. They would rather sneak cigarettes across the border. googletag.cmd.push(function ()… Read More
    The Maine AFL-CIO has filed complaints with the Maine Human Rights Commission on behalf of six disabled workers at the Georgia-Pacific Corp. The union charged that G-P violated the Americans With Disabilities Act by firing the workers, who were partially disabled but had worked at… Read More
    AUGUSTA — Maine’s largest power company is pressing lawmakers to create incentives to encourage more electricity consumption, reversing two decades of state policies that encourage conservation. Central Maine Power Co. hopes to persuade the Public Utilities Commission to cut rates for some businesses and homeowners,… Read More
    It’s time to stop the reckless cutting and bleeding of our educational systems in this state. Readers should find interesting what is really being done now to higher education in Maine. After having deferred $13 million of support to the University of Maine System, the governor wants to… Read More
    Say the word “jobs” and Maine’s legislators begin salivating like Pavlov’s dogs. It has become one of those words that trigger a predictable response. Mainers, it would seem, if their elected representatives are to be believed, are willing to do anything for the J word. Enticement is heaped… Read More
    Ross Perot will use speeches in Maine next weekend to launch a nationwide tour to tip his hat to those who supported his upstart presidential bid. With stops in Orono, Rockland and Portland on Saturday, Feb. 6, the Texas tycoon will pay homage to Maine,… Read More
    If you have ever found yourself desperately asking the question “Where does an alien go to register?” you might find some comfort in Constance Congdon’s play “Tales of the Lost Formicans,” which previewed last night and opens tonight at Penobscot Theatre. The answer, according to… Read More
    AUGUSTA — In a rare bow to in-house pressure, the Legislature on Thursday adopted some of the more modest changes sought by the rank and file. But a move to limit service in leadership to three terms that easily received the required two-thirds vote in… Read More
    Premier Frank McKenna has told New Brunswickers that the 1993-94 fiscal year will be a good one for the economy, but the provincial government still will be doing belt-tightening to make sure excessive spending doesn’t ruin it. The premier, giving his annual State of the… Read More
    WASHINGTON — Two energy-state senators introduced legislation Thursday to impose a fee on imported oil, but Senate Majority Leader George J. Mitchell said he would push for defeat of the bill because it would unfairly affect Maine and the other New England states. The import… Read More
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    Storm-tossed but clinging to a raft of bureaucracy, the luxury tax on yachts, cars, airplanes and jewels sails on. It is universally recognized as a failure that has cost revenue and jobs without adding fairness to the tax system. Yet two years after being enacted, it continues to… Read More
    AUGUSTA — With no debate and quick gavels, two pieces of legislation key to Bangor’s application for a 4,000-employee defense accounting center were passed by the Maine House and Senate Thursday afternoon. One bill enhances Bangor’s chances by providing for cheaper electricity and the other… Read More
    An item on Page 15 Thursday about a Retreat for Women contained an incorrect address for St. Paul’s Center. It is located at 136 State St. in Augusta. Read More
    The world is full of do-gooders, and we can be thankful for many of them. But what do you say about people who choose, from the long list of wrongs that need righting, to save the dancing bears of Greece? That’s correct, dancing bears, as… Read More