The 16-2 turn-around season for the Brewer Witches softball team earned it top honors for 1993 in balloting by the five Penobscot Valley Conference Class A coaches. Brewer’s one-season phenom, Jana Bishop, who heads back home to Snohomish, Wash., on Wednesday, was named the PVC… Read More
With the onset of summer, it is inevitable that coaching changes begin occurring with greater frequency. Ron Brown, the boys basketball coach at Machias High School, and Brewer High athletic director and baseball coach Rich Kimball have announced that they have stepped down from their… Read More
After suffering two freak injuries that put a damper on otherwise promising track and field championship meets during the last two years, Ettrack and field championship meets during the last two years, Ethan Wardwell of Orono High School made the most of an injury-free senior season. Read More
ORONO – Mark Hreben pitched a six-hitter, struck out 11, and walked four to pace Central Maine to a 5-2 EMABL victory over Downeast here at Mahaney Diamond Tuesday night. For 4-2 Central Maine, Glenn Tufts singled twice and Ryan Dearborn doubled. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
You’re getting ready to play in this weekend’s Bangor Daily News Amateur Golf Tournament. You’ve spent countless hours on the driving range and practice green honing the skills you’re confident will put you in contention for your flight’s prizes…. OK, you’ve spent a couple of… Read More
Righthander Ben Jenkins and Peter Kenny led Bucksport High School’s Golden Bucks to a berth in the Eastern Maine Class B championship game this past spring. They teamed up again, this time in Brewer Falcon uniforms, to guide the Falcons to a season-opening, 6-2 Zone… Read More
Former University of Maine assistant coach Jay Leach has decided to leave the Hartford Whalers organization and he is one of the candidates to coach the Mighty Ducks, Anaheim’s new NHL franchise. Leach spent three years as an assistant coach with the Whalers and, over… Read More
HANCOCK – Two holes-in-one were recorded within three days at White Birches Golf Course here. On Sunday, White Birches pro Sean Clark aced the 131-yard, par-3 third hole with a 9-iron. The witness was his father, Bruce. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes… Read More
ORONO – The University of Maine is seeking nominations for former Black Bear athletes or coaches for induction into the UM Hall of Fame. If you know someone who has competed successfully at Maine or dedicated years of service as a coach, you are encouraged to contact Joe… Read More
Bangor High School’s 1993 baseball season hung in the balance. The Rams trailed Cony by four runs in fifth inning of their Eastern Maine semifinal. Coach Bob Kelley summoned Mark Reed to the mound. Even though he had not pitched much all season and had… Read More
SKOWHEGAN – Jack Cochran pitched five innings of shutout ball to notch the win and lead Skowhegan to an 8-2 American Legion baseball victory over Penquis here Tuesday. For the 1-0 Log Drivers, Garrett Quinn and Corey Hight each doubled and singled. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
HAMPDEN — Critics of the Maine Energy Partners hydroelectric project on Souadabscook Stream will begin to see an improvement at the dam site this week when owner Lonnie Gamble begins landscaping the area. The Hampden Town Office received petitions protesting the conditions at the site. Read More
ROCKLAND — The 20th Maine Volunteer Regiment Company B, an educational organization that keeps alive the memory and sacrifices made by Maine’s ancestors during the Civil War, will hold an encampment on Saturday, June 19, on the lawn of Rockland Public Library. The encampment is being sponsored by… Read More
BRADLEY — Bradley voters, during last week’s municipal elections, turned out incumbent Councilor Paula Scott, re-elected incumbent Kirk Ramsay and gave overwhelming support to newcomer, Thomas Nadeau. Nadeau was the top council vote getter with 130 votes, followed by Ramsay with 119, and Scott with… Read More
The biennial budget for fiscal years 1992 and 1993 was submitted by Gov. McKernan to the Legislature the first week in January 1991, as required by law. The governor submitted the document with impossible caveats that left the Legislature and his staff (agencies, departments, and executive staff) at… Read More
I was delighted to see James B. Vickery’s review of Elizabeth Ring’s new book, “The McArthurs of Limington, Maine,” in the Bangor Daily News of June 8. It was a cleanly written, first-rate review. However, the press mentioned is now distributing the book. The book… Read More
I understand that Jerry Elwell, sometimes called the “Mother Teresa of the animal kingdom,” has stopped writing her weekly column in the BDN. I’m sure I’m not the only reader who misses her delightful and entertaining tales of animal antics. Jerry’s marvelous, mischievous menagerie made many laugh and… Read More
On Tuesday, June 8, at the annual town meeting in Hermon, … someone stood up to commend the school board for their wise decision on what positions they cut. Her reasoning was that of the 11 positions cut only three were “real” teachers, and the only ones that… Read More
Since the massacre in Tiananmen Square some four years ago, the world community has used it as a shining example of Old World tyranny and fascism and has pointed out again and again that we must move toward a swift and decisive change. Well, now that metamorphosis is… Read More
It is ironic that a legislative session that began with urgent calls for change and reform has bogged down into the usual partisan bickering and gridlock. It appears the people with the most to lose from change — entrenched legislators, lobbyists and special interest groups — will carry… Read More
On Friday, May 28, our family was camping out at Peaks-Kenny State Park when our oldest son and his friend got lost exploring the trails on their bikes. When we realized it was getting late, we started asking people around thd campground if they had seen the two… Read More
The year was 1931, and Norman Wetherington couldn’t find a job. He had just graduated from high school and wondered how he could make a buck. He began by polishing a car in town at Livermore Falls. Before long, he was polishing two a day for merchants and… Read More
AUGUSTA — The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has signed off on a new map for Maine’s two congressional districts, a design drafted by the state Republican Party but rejected by the Legislature. About a week after officially taking over the task of reapportioning Maine’s political… Read More
BOSTON — Applications will be accepted for the Miss Maine Teen Pageant, the official preliminary to the national America’s Perfect Teen Pageant. The state pageant will be held for New England states in September at the Holiday Inn Hotel, Worcester, Mass. Contestants ages 13-19 in… Read More
The state’s decision on the controversial Basin Mills hydroelectric project has been delayed again. The Board of Environmental Protection is now expected to vote on the proposal at its meeting Aug. 11. In a memo to the BEP, Dana Murch, dams and hydro supervisor for… Read More
CHERRYFIELD — A fish hawk, the brilliant early afternoon sun at its back, dove deep into the Narraguagus River and came up with empty talons near where Peter Wass and Dana Bartlett sat waiting a turn to lure an Atlantic salmon onto grass at the Stillwater Pool. They… Read More
FARMINGTON — A 22-year-old Jay man was indicted by a Franklin County grand jury Tuesday on charges of aggravated murder for allegedly planting a bomb in his father’s car. Jonathan M. Johnson also was charged with reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon and criminal use… Read More
Not everybody feels the need to go 100 miles an hour and do everything possible in life. Some folks are content to sit down and take it easy while they watch others mow the lawn, play Monopoly or do jumping jacks. At home, after the… Read More
Deerfield is a quiet farming community near the southern end of New Hampshire, midway between Manchester and Maine. Its chief points of interest include a charming, triangular town common called the Deerfield Parade, the fact that Benjamin Franklin Butler was born there in 1818, and… Read More
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Forty years ago, hospitality was rolling bandages and embroidering towels. Today, it’s holding a brunch and selling tickets for the annual fashion show. Helen and Carl Libby have always personified hospitality. The Bangor couple has been named honorary chairmen for “Continuing the Mission,” the capital… Read More
I love my dad. Sunday is Father’s Day. In the spirit of the holiday, I am dedicating this column to my father’s latest civic project, the “Be Wise — Support the YMCA-YWCA” joint fund-raising campaign. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]];… Read More
The potential for making the Dow Pines military recreation facility at Great Pond available for public use will be discussed at three public meetings this month. The Down East Resource Conservation and Development Council, a nonprofit agency serving Washington and Hancock counties, will conduct the… Read More
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BELFAST — Aaron Jon Nickerson, 18, of Jackson appeared in 5th District Court last week on two counts of manslaughter. The state charged that Nickerson was the driver of one of the vehicles in a two-car accident that claimed the lives of 13-year-old Kristy Gibbs… Read More
ORONO — Maine Bound, an outdoor-education program at the University of Maine, offers a variety of courses that allow participants to learn by doing. All courses, including outdoor living skills, rock climbing and rescue, creative play workshops, ice climbing, urban exploration and youth programs, are… Read More
Ann Trask of Brewer graduated May 22 from Vermont Medical School in Burlington, Vt. She was a 1985 graduate of Brewer High School and a 1989 graduate of the University of Maine, Orono. She received a U.S. Navy medical scholarship and after graduation from medical school was promoted… Read More
The following small claims cases have been heard in 3rd District Court, Bangor. Plaintiffs are listed first: Bangor Housing Authority was the plaintiff in the following cases. All judgments were for the plaintiff: Alicia White, Hudson, by agreement, $538.05 and $40.14 costs; Sue Boster Madore,… Read More
Alton Dinner is served to area senior citizens and spouses at 11:30 a.m. each Tuesday at the Alton Municipal Hall. Suggested donation is $2.50. For reservations call 394-2441 or 394-2702. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var… Read More
Everybody stumbles into conversational pitfalls. When it happens, the best we can do is to think of it as a learning experience and then move on. Most people are so worried about saying the wrong things themselves that they quickly forget our little social blunders. Read More
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WLBZ-TV and the Bangor Center Management Corp. will sponsor the fifth annual World’s Largest Garage Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 19, at the Pickering Square Parking Garage in downtown Bangor. The garage will be packed with sale items offered by 80… Read More
The Greater Bangor Fourth of July Corp. will accept reservations for food and craft booth space during the Greater Bangor Fourth of July celebration to be held Sunday, July 4. Booths will be at the Pickering Square Parking Garage, downtown Bangor, and are available to… Read More
The Bangor Parks and Recreation Department has announced its summer program schedule. Swimming pools at Union Street and Stillwater Avenue will open Monday, June 21. Supervised playgrounds will open Monday, June 28. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes =… Read More
The following cases were decided in 3rd District Court, Bangor, June 4-9. Emily S. Berry, 19, Orono, illegal possession of liquor, $100. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var i = 0;… Read More
As reported in the Bangor Daily News 10 years ago — June 16, 1983 While Brewer students are enjoying their summer holidays, one local teacher will be busy making plans for the next school year in his new position as computer-curriculum coordinator for the school… Read More
Bangor Christian The senior high banquet took place following graduation on June 11. The banquet, held at the Bangor Conference Center, included speeches from graduates and a class film. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner… Read More
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HOULTON — Rather than wait for the Legislature to make up its mind on a school funding plan, the SAD 29 School Board on Monday unanimously approved a budget of $7,515,409 for next year. “Even though we don’t know what the state’s going to do,… Read More
PRESQUE ISLE — “Presence: A Showing of Artworks,” an art display by Cheryl Lovely of Presque Isle will be on display through Wednesday, June 30, at the University of Maine at Presque Isle’s Campus Center’s Reed Gallery. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to… Read More
PATTEN — Municipal representatives on the Northern Katahdin Valley Solid Waste Committee have voted to establish term limits for directors, when the committee officially becomes a solid waste district later this summer. Based on population, and in accordance with Section 1724, MRSA, the committee approved… Read More
CARIBOU — The local police department reported Monday that 57 percent of crimes committed in Caribou last year were solved. While the number of thefts, assaults and motor vehicle thefts have decreased, there was a significant increase in burglaries, according to newly appointed Caribou Police… Read More
WOODLAND — A North Wayne man charged with threatening a local woman with a gun and killing her dog remained in Aroostook County Jail in Houlton Tuesday after failing to post bail. Scott F. Holbrook, 28, and Kimberly Pushard, 22, also of North Wayne, were… Read More
CHERRYFIELD — A two-day program of recycling pesticide containers will be coordinated by the Washington County Soil and Water Conservation District beginning on Tuesday, July 20, at Cherryfield. Nathan Pennell, district manager for the SWCD, said Tuesday that the voluntary recycling program would provide a… Read More
MILBRIDGE — To boost a revolving loan fund administered by the Washington-Hancock Community Agency, an auction will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 31, at Milbridge Town Hall. According to W-HCA officials, $16,000 has been raised toward the goal of $50,000 for the fund. Read More
MACHIAS — Blueberries, smoked salmon and steamed clams are expected to be tasted by restaurant and store owners from the Down East area at a “Local Flavor” of Washington County tasting party from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 18, at the Rose M. Gaffney School at Machias. Read More
HOULTON — The following divorces were granted on grounds of irreconcilable marital differences by Judge David B. Griffiths in May in 2nd District Court: Alan Richard Bulley and Lorrie Ann Bulley, both of Houlton, married April 28, 1984, at Houlton. Custody of two children awarded… Read More
Jonesport church goes up with a lot of help > Latter Day Saints rebuild with aid from local builders
JONESPORT — The new Jonesport branch of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints became part of the town’s skyline, across the street from the Jonesport IGA store, as a result of work performed Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday, a power crane… Read More
WHITING — The Washington County Refuse Disposal District board of directors will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 16, at the Whiting Community Building in Whiting Village, to discuss and consider the following: Committee reports, to include discussion of the executive director’s duties and responsibilities;… Read More
MACHIAS — The final sign-up date for the 16th annual Clipper Cage Camp at the University at Machias is July 1. Boys and girls 10-17 years of age who are interested in attending the basketball camp, are urged to register soon. Participation is limited to the first 100… Read More
MACHIAS — Historic Burnham Tavern in Machias opened for the 1993 summer season Monday. Tours of the pre-Revolutionary War building will be provided again this year by Kelly Armstrong, a student at the University of Maine at Machias, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday… Read More
EAST MACHIAS — Graduating seniors at Washington Academy received scholarships and awards on June 7. Lori Bouchard: Holy Name Church Ladies Guild Scholarship; Athletic Booster Club Scholarship; Jacksonville Grange Scholarship; googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var… Read More
Dover-Foxcroft officials learned Monday that a yearly savings of about $60,000 could be gained if the town took over ownership of the Dover and Foxcroft Water District and the Fire Department. A study committee designed to research the matter recommended to selectmen Monday that the… Read More
LINCOLN — The Town Council on Monday cut one police position and stood firm on eliminating part-time positions in two other departments during the first of two public hearings on the proposed town budget. The council asked Police Chief Larry Merrithew to get reactions from… Read More
MILLINOCKET — James S. Haskell has been named the town’s planner, code enforcement officer and community development director. Town Manager James Kotredes said he was pleased to announce the appointment of Haskell, who has more than 20 years of experience in municipal planning issues, code… Read More
Officials seek funding for industrial park > Town discusses hydrant tax, considers recreation budget
GREENVILLE — Greenville residents on Monday endorsed the Greenville Economic Development Committee’s proposal to seek federal and state funding for improvements to the Greenville Industrial Park. The vote at the annual town meeting acknowledged the months of preparation the committee had made for the park’s… Read More
DEXTER — The Maine Humanities Council, a grant-making agency which supports public educational projects throughout the state, will hold an informational meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, at the Abbott Memorial Library in Dexter. More than $200,000 is awarded each year to nonprofit organizations… Read More
DOVER-FOXCROFT — Womancare/Aegis Association will offer a support group for women 6:30-8 p.m. each Monday, from July 5 through Aug. 30, in the Womancare Office in Dover-Foxcroft. This is a self-help, drop-in group open to women who wish to talk about issues of abuse. There… Read More
NEWPORT — The SAD 48 board of directors will hold a special meeting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 17, to clarify a recent incorrect vote tally in the election of Corinna Principal Rosalyn Spear. According to Superintendent of Schools Raymond Freve, the board will have… Read More
PITTSFIELD — Dale R. Goodwin resigned his post on the Pittsfield Town Council Tuesday night amid numerous complimentary testimonials and a standing ovation. Goodwin’s recent plea agreement in Somerset County Superior Court makes it legally impossible for him to continue serving on the council. On… Read More
DOVER-FOXCROFT — While not pleased with the reapportionment of their districts, Piscataquis County Commissioners on Tuesday agreed to make changes to appease the Reapportionment Commission. The commissioners have proposed placing the town of Willimantic in District 3 and the town of Parkman in District 1. Read More
DOVER-FOXCROFT — Evidence that children have been entering the vacant Blethen House in Dover-Foxcroft has caused town officials some concern. Selectmen this week directed Town Manager Owen Pratt to contact the state Fire Marshal’s Office regarding the matter. It is expected that the building will… Read More
NEWPORT — The development of a commercial-industrial park will be discussed by the Eastern Maine Development Corp., Newport Development Corp. and the Newport Board of Selectmen this week. The Newport Board of Selectmen will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 16, at the fire hall,… Read More
SKOWHEGAN — A Massachusetts man was arrested Monday when he attempted to convert Canadian cash, taken the day before from a Jackman home, into American money. Kevin Bopp, 28, of Holyoke, Mass., was arrested at the Skowhegan Key Bank by Skowhegan police Detective Rick Bonneau and charged with… Read More
DEXTER — SAD 46 would receive additional state funding next year if the Legislature goes along with the Appropriations Committee’s recommendation to keep the supplemental education allocation in the 1993-1994 proposed budget. According to SAD 46 Superintendent Mark Keegan, SAD 46 would receive $162,000 in… Read More
DEXTER — Area organizations are urged to contact Dexterfest organizers as soon as possible so that their activities may be included in this year’s annual holiday schedule. According to Bertha Fanjoy, Dexterfest coordinator, the annual Dexterfest celebration, this year scheduled for July 1-4, is an… Read More
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DEXTER — People interested in finding out about the grant programs available through the Maine Humanities Council can meet with the staff and talk about their proposed project at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, at the Abbot Memorial Library in Dexter. The meeting is sponsored… Read More
ROCKLAND — The Penobscot School will have a slide presentation and talk by photojournalist Jim Harney of PICA — Peace in Central America, the Bangor-based peace organization at 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, at the school on 28 Gay St. Harney, who traveled to Guatemala… Read More
NEWPORT — Two items have been set for public hearing at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 22, according to Fred Hickey, chairman of the Newport Planning Board. Hooligan’s Restaurant and Pub has applied for a conditional-use permit to allow live entertainment at the business, on the… Read More
ROCKPORT — A short-term fix accomplished, the SAD 28 board of directors set its sights Tuesday on a long-range plan to combat sexual harassment in district schools. Tensions over allegations of sexual harassment boiled over in April when several dozen students complained to the board’s… Read More
BATH — Swan Island in Merrymeeting Bay, home to bald eagles and other wildlife, will be the focus of a four-hour educational cruise called Bank of the Kennebec, offered by the Maine Maritime Museum from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 19. Swan Island… Read More
CAMDEN — In celebration of Maine Farmers Market Week, the Camden Farmers Market will hold Farm Day from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 19, in the parking lot opposite Tibbetts Industries on Colcord Avenue between Union and Limerock streets. In addition to the regular… Read More
BELFAST — The Belfast City Council has formed a special committee in an attempt to end its continuing feud with Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad President Rod Rodrigue. Councilors Walter Ash and Richard McGray, City Manager Arlo Redman and City Attorney John Carver were appointed… Read More
BROOKLIN — His formal complaint may be gone, but the reasons he made it have not been forgotten. Now that Naskeag Point has been cleaned up, resident Gerard Poole has rescinded his request that the town hire a harbor master and draft a harbor ordinance. Read More
ELLSWORTH — Now that a little doctoring has enhanced the health of the organizer’s original plan, a new free clinic will open Friday at 67 Bayview Ave. near Maine Coast Memorial Hospital. The clinic will be affiliated with H.O.M.E. Co-op, but will not be located… Read More
ELLSWORTH — Forty-five minutes of ninth-grade English class may have seemed ponderously long to some, but Ellsworth High School will lengthen all class periods to 80 minutes next year. School Principal Lee Beal described the new block scheduling as one that “will benefit everybody” as… Read More
HANCOCK — Town officials of Hancock, Sullivan and Franklin will meet with Friends of Taunton Bay at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 22, at Hancock Community Center to discuss polluted run-off and waste-pipe effluent emptying into Taunton Bay. The meeting is open to the public. According… Read More
EAST CORINTH — A two-car collision at a bad intersection near the Levant town line sank swimming plans, instead sending a woman and two boys to the hospital with minor injuries. Cindy Bridges, 23, of Kenduskeag, and her two passengers, 15-year-old Nicholas Rand and his… Read More
ORRINGTON — The town will not sign a contract with its cable television provider for another two years, but selectmen Monday night decided that it is not too early to begin planning for negotiations. The board approved the establishment of a committee to negotiate the… Read More
The superintendent of Maine’s Catholic schools is leaving her post this summer after eight years and has accepted the principalship of the St. John’s School in Bangor. Sister Elizabeth Cobb of Portland, a Sister of Mercy, recently announced that she would be leaving as head… Read More
A Penobscot County sheriff’s deputy, one of two responding to a woman’s harassment report, was injured early Wednesday in a subsequent scuffle with the alleged tormentor. James Page of Holden, believed to be in his 30s, was charged with terrorizing and reckless conduct with a… Read More
Old Town police Officer Norman Harrington, who has sued Old Town and its city manager for $2.5 million, testified Tuesday in Bangor’s federal court, comparing his six-year battle against child sex-abuse allegations to his combat experience in Vietnam. “Vietnam was a piece of cake,” said… Read More
It took Bangor firefighters a while to find it Tuesday afternoon, but once they did they quickly extinguished a small fire in woods off Finson Road. The fire did not immediately reveal itself, said Capt. Larry Sherman, “because it was deep in the woods,” about… Read More
AUGUSTA — Already preparing to confront two different state budget proposals, the Legislature’s Appropriations Committee learned Tuesday it first will have to reconcile two restructuring plans for the Maine State Retirement System. Republicans and Democrats on the Aging, Retirement and Veterans Committee were unable to… Read More
OLD ORCHARD BEACH — Beach Olympics, a fund-raiser for Maine Special Olympics, needs entertainers for its 10th annual festival Friday through Sunday, Aug. 20-22, at Old Orchard Beach. A stage will be available in the new “Downtown,” giving high visibility and exposure to all entertainers… Read More
The death knell may be sounding for harness racing in Bangor, which only four months ago survived an assassination attempt. After extended testimony and debate in February, Bangor councilors defeated an attempt to cancel this season’s race meet in a 6-3 vote. One of the… Read More