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Presque Isle coach Tim Prescott calls Caribou’s franchise forward Chris Funk “a complete octopus.” With Funk playing on a badly sprained ankle, Prescott’s Wildcats proved one thing in earning a semifinal date with Lawrence with a 74-52 Eastern Maine Class A quarterfinal win over the… Read More
CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – It was an emotional message. It was simple, but it was loud and clear. Following the University of Maine’s come-from-behind, 4-3 hockey victory over Boston College here Saturday night, Maine coach Shawn Walsh orchestrated a form of protest. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
AUGUSTA – On opposite ends of the Augusta Civic Center floor, the emotion of high school basketball played itself in two ways on Saturday night – from the winners’ perspective and the losers’. Schenck High School had just capped an incredible 22-0 season with an… Read More
Saturday’s trivia answer: John (Jock) McKernan led Bangor into the Eastern Maine Class LL tournament final, and he is now the governor of Maine. Read More
OCOEE, Fla. – The University of Maine softball team finished its first weekend of games even at 2-2 by defeating Indiana State and Temple while losing to Loyola-Chicago and the University of Illinois-Chicago. On Saturday, Deb Smith pitched a shutout and went 3-for-3 with two… Read More
The Panthers will be playing for an Eastern Maine Class A championship. The question is whether they’ll be the Purple and White variety or the Blue and Gold. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner =… Read More
AUGUSTA – Like father, like daughter. Jonesport-Beals senior guard Sandi Carver played her final high school basketball game at the Augusta Civic Center here Saturday afternoon, leading the Royalettes to their first Class D state championship, beating Richmond, 47-33. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
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There was something the Bangor High scouting report missed in sizing up Medomak Valley heading into Saturday’s Eastern Maine Class A boys basketball tournament quarterfinal. Something that might have been significant, or at least telling. Even though the two teams hadn’t met in the regular… Read More
Husson College figured it had earned itself a fair amount of respect in national circles during the 1993-94 NAIA basketball season. Coach Bruce MacGregor’s Braves of Bangor breezed to a 28-3 record, winning the Maine Athletic Conference championship. Husson won 11 of its last 12… Read More
Nonni Daly, citing Hockey East’s vote last Friday to ban the University of Maine from its postseason tournament for an academic eligibility violation, has resigned as the assistant commissioner, effective immediately. Daly, who had held the post for nearly 3 1/2 years, said she submitted… Read More
It was a matter of reinforcement for Lawrence coach Bruce Cooper. During the first quarter of Saturday’s Eastern Maine Class A girls quarterfinal, Hampden Academy took advantage of its size to keep the game close, trailing 19-17 after the first quarter. googletag.cmd.push(function () { //… Read More
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Righthander LeRoy Decker walked only two while scattering 10 hits to lead the University of Maine baseball team to its first win of the season, a 3-2 verdict over the San Jose State University Spartans in the second game of a twinbill here Sunday. Read More
AUGUSTA – Forget the tale of the tape. That is what the young Calais Blue Devils did in winning their second consecutive state Class C schoolgirl basketball title here Saturday, beating the taller and older Madison Bulldogs, 55-40. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
The top-seeded Cony girls from Augusta will take on the fifth-seeded Old Town Indians in an Eastern Maine Class A semifinal matchup of favorite vs. upset winner. Cony, an 84-45 winner over Bangor Saturday, will take on Old Town, which defeated No. 4 Brewer 56-39,… Read More
Eastern Maine Class B hockey champion Brewer will take on Western champ Yarmouth tonight for the state crown at Central Maine Civic Center in Lewiston. Game time is 6:30 p.m. Brewer topped Winslow 3-0 Thursday in the Eastern finals to earn their berth in the… Read More
ORONO – The University of Maine men’s basketball team continues its crusade, carrying the Black Bears’ banner alone. With the hockey and women’s basketball programs banned from their league tournaments for eligibility and scheduling problems, Coach Rudy Keeling’s Bears are Maine’s last hope for the… Read More
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WASHINGTON — The French government, bowing to pressure from the United States, has agreed to stop stringently testing the “overwhelming majority” of U.S. fish imports on Monday, U.S. Trade Representative Mickey Kantor said Friday. “The U.S. government welcomes these commitments by French authorities to move… Read More
SULLIVAN — Charles Cashman, principal of Mountain View School, will join 150 colleagues to give advice to parents on the National Principals’ Hotline during the convention of the National Association of Elementary School Principals in Orlando, Fla. Cashman will be in Orlando March 6-8 where… Read More
A consumer from Bar Harbor, Sandra Reed, contacted Northeast COMBAT in regard to a brochure that she received through the mail advertising dolls and doll houses. The business, Lovely and Richardson, located in Chicago, had unusual dolls and doll houses representing the dress and architurecture of many countries… Read More
WASHINGTON — Shortly after he resigned from the U.S. Senate in 1980 to become Jimmy Carter’s secretary of state, Edmund S. Muskie appeared before a committee of his former colleagues to talk about federal immigration policies. “One of the members came over and said, `Muskie,… Read More
AUGUSTA — As the Legislature picks up the pace of its 1994 session, some major issues that were put off last year are about to be set aside for the next Legislature to deal with. Potential overhauls of the state retirement fund and Maine’s health… Read More
PORTLAND — Children who are overly pampered when they have a cold or stomachache tend to get sick more often and miss more school than children who are not, according to a University of Maine professor. “There’s an appropriate time and place for pampering. If… Read More
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ROCKPORT — The day after he stunned the state and the nation with The Announcement, Sen. George Mitchell kept the surprises coming Saturday with an unscheduled call on the Maine Fishermen’s Forum. Mitchell brought good news with him, telling the assembly that one of the… Read More
SEATTLE — For the volunteers who count fish returning from the sea to fresh water, this has been the loneliest year ever. The surging Pacific salmon and steelhead are gone; what the fish counters at the Puget Sound ship locks see when they stare at… Read More
WASHINGTON — A few hours after Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell revealed his stunning decision to retire, Sen. Tom Daschle sat in his office, checking with fellow Democrats on the phone. “It’s just been very informal and very personal,” Daschle, a 46-year-old South Dakotan, said… Read More
AUGUSTA — The McKernan administration Friday raised its estimate of next year’s tax collections by nearly $13 million and proposed using half of the increase to prop up the governor’s controversial plan for reducing income tax rates. Appearing before the Appropriations Committee while McKernan winds… Read More
AUGUSTA — State health officials have issued a warning in the wake of the theft of a portable nuclear gauge from a construction company truck in the capital last week. The bright yellow gauge, which has a T-shaped handle and was locked in a bright… Read More
It is time for the citizens of Maine to take back our government. This campaign is as much about issues as it is about ridding our state of the disease of cancerous bureaucracy and special-interest domination in the halls of government. According to the Declaration… Read More
ROCKPORT — More state and federal support is needed if Maine is to protect and develop its fishery resources, gubernatorial candidates agreed Saturday. Concurring that Maine fisheries are in trouble, several candidates participating in a panel at the Maine Fishermen’s Forum offered only slightly divergent… Read More
A proposed constitutional amendment to protect the retirement benefits of state employees makes sense for several reasons. Most importantly, it makes sense because the state has used the retirement account for the 42,000 active participants — mostly teachers — and the 17,500 retirees in ways for which it… Read More
BRUNSWICK — A New York investor and alumnus of Bowdoin College is donating $14 million to the liberal arts school, the largest gift the 200-year-old Maine college has ever received. The $14 million gift from Stanley F. Druckenmiller, a member of the Class of 1975,… Read More
The Legislature decided last year to emphasize home-based care as an option for aging Mainers and appropriated extra money to make that possible. But stricter eligibility requirements for some programs leave hospital officials concerned that the problem of patients with no place to go will only worsen. Read More
ROCKPORT — You’ve probably heard of the “other” white meat, but how about the “ultimate” one? The Maine Lobster Promotion Council is touting lobster as “the ultimate white meat,” whose versatility and low cholesterol make it a prime candidate for regular consumption. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
Perhaps you crawled out of bed in the snowy dawn, looked in the mirror while getting dressed, and shuddered at the slovenly, droopy-eyed apparition that stared back. Had this interminably harsh winter really taken that much of a toll on your appearance? Had all those… Read More
If you saw the Martha Graham Dance Company perform Saturday at the Maine Center for the Arts, you saw the very last group of dancers to be guided personally by this most American of choreographers. At the hand of the master, these movers learned the signature twirls, jerks,… Read More
The American Heart Association now offers a cookbook specifically designed to encourage children to discover the wonderful world of cooking and to develop healthy eating habits early in life. The kid-tested and approved “American Heart Association Kids’ Cookbook” is geared to healthy children ages 8-12. Read More
This Tomato Bisque recipe was a favorite on the farm winter or summer, and is in answer to a recent request from a reader. Tomato Bisque googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for… Read More
In the 80’s analyses of American business practices — why corporations were sick and losing ground to the foreign competition and public respect at home — one recurring theme was the overcompensation of top U.S. executives, who were given millions of dollars in salary and bonuses even as… Read More
La Sardina Loca, or “The Crazy Sardine” in Gringo speak, may not be the only Mexican restaurant in Washington County, but as the name implies, it certainly qualifies as the county’s most unusual. In a word, La Sardina Loca, in the old Masonic Building at… Read More
FORT KENT — The University of Maine at Fort Kent’s Academic Outreach Program will offer a course called Human Resource Management this spring to assist in the development of working managers. The course, taught by Sandra Ouellette, will start at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 15,… Read More
EASTPORT — The Eastport Gallery is inviting area artists interested in exhibiting their work in any of three planned, open summer shows to register for the exhibits. Operated on Dana Street as a co-operative gallery, the Eastport Gallery will open for the season on June… Read More
ST. FRANCIS — The St. Francis Elementary School basketball program had cheerleaders this winter for the first time. Principal Robert O’Leary said that while they had limited practice time, “having cheerleaders on the floor was a welcome addition to our home games and their effort… Read More
FORT KENT The following cases were among those disposed of by Judge Ronald A. Daigle in 1st District Court at Fort Kent Wednesday, Feb. 23. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var… Read More
FORT KENT — The SAD 27 board of directors will meet at 7 p.m. Friday, March 11, in the board conference room at the superintendent’s office. Directors will consider adoption of a revised public participation policy sought by several residents for months. Revision of the… Read More
TOWNSHIP 17 RANGE 4 — The goal of the Sinclair Sanitary District to have a municipal sewer system may be within its grasp after nearly 18 years of work. Aroostook County Administrator Roland D. Martin said Thursday that the more than $4 million proposal may… Read More
LIMESTONE — A public hearing to discuss legislation to increase the jurisdiction of the Loring Development Authority of Maine will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 14, at Loring Air Force Base’s Noncommissioned Officers Club. The meeting will allow members of the state Committee… Read More
PRESQUE ISLE — Parents and graduating seniors at Presque Isle High School have started plans for the 10th anniversary of local Project Graduation, scheduled June 10 at the Presque Isle Racquetball Club. Project Graduation was established so high school seniors could look back on their… Read More
MACHIAS — Built three decades ago, Machias Memorial High School appears to be long overdue for major renovations and improvements needed to carry it and its students into the next century. The Machias School Committee last week listened as school administrators ticked off a list… Read More
HOULTON — Republican Sen. Margaret G. Ludwig of Houlton announced this week that she will seek a fifth term representing District 3 in the Maine Senate. As a result of last year’s reapportionment of Maine’s legislative districts, District 3 lost some towns, but picked up… Read More
PRESQUE ISLE — The Presque Isle Rotary Club is seeking applications from organizations seeking funding for projects to be considered by the local club in April. The funds will be raised at the 47th annual Presque Isle Rotary Club Radio-Television Auction scheduled Nov. 30-Dec. 2. Read More
RIPLEY — Ripley residents, at their annual town meeting Saturday, endorsed legislation to protect the drinking water source of their neighboring towns’ residents. By more than a 2 to 1 margin, voters adopted an ordinance similar to one enacted by Dexter councilors earlier this year… Read More
NEWPORT — It was unclear what residents’ reasons were Saturday morning — either Friday night’s snowstorm, the girls basketball tournaments featuring Nokomis kids, or confidence that selectmen and budget committee members had done a good job — but only about 80 people turned out for the Newport annual… Read More
ST. ALBANS — New election methods at St. Albans, one day before the annual town meeting, attracted 194 voters and created a tight five-way battle for selectman. Two new selectmen were elected and one incumbent was returned to office. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
CAMBRIDGE — In an effort to encourage recycling as well as offset solid waste disposal costs, Cambridge voters Saturday endorsed a per-bag fee for disposal of trash at the Cambridge Transfer Station. According to Norman Wacker, residents who are conscientious about recycling “were becoming indignant”… Read More
After reading Gun-owners-of-Maine’s full-page political advertisement on Page 8 of the Bangor Daily News Feb. 28, I promptly wrote our federal senators and representatives assuring them I remain a proponent of reasonable control over the bearing of concealable weapons and assault weapons. I added that… Read More
I heard Joseph Brennan announcing his new “economic program.” The state government will spend millions of dollars to encourage employers to hire Mainers to work within the state. It seems our job base is shrinking and the large employers in the state, as well as small ones, are… Read More
The Bangor Daily News on Jan. 24 and Feb. 17 ran editorials in opposition to LD 1435, “An Act to Guarantee Equal Access and Nondiscrimination to All Students Enrolled in Approved Equivalent Instruction Programs,” a bill I sponsored. I believe this legislation would ensure fairness… Read More
I am writing to express my admiration to Sen. George Mitchell on his ability to have Mrs. Hillary Rodham Clinton travel to Maine — northern Maine, I might add — to address an overflow crowd at Alfond Arena at the University of Maine, Orono, on Feb. 7. Read More
The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Department was searching on Sunday for the person who shot and killed two dogs that were in the woods with their owner. Penobscot County Sheriff Deputy Sgt. Joel Phelps said Sharon Sprague was snowshoeing in the woods near her Corinth home… Read More
ROCKPORT — Can $15 worth of plastic plumbing and cheap electronics save the harbor porpoise and the gillnet fishery? It’s got a chance, says Jon Lien, a Newfoundland marine biologist and inventor of the Pinger, a casing of PVC pipe containing a tinny little beeper… Read More
WARREN — A heavy chair designed to restrain dangerous inmates at Maine’s Supermax prison is pitting prisoners against administrators in a dispute that appears headed for the courts. The device, which inmates refer to as “the black chair,” is equipped with straps and is used… Read More
AUGUSTA — Senate President Dennis L. Dutremble’s sponsorship of a proposal developed by Central Maine Power Co. and its energy industry adversaries has set off a second round of Republican criticism that could tie the controversy to Maine’s gubernatorial campaign. Committee review of the bill… Read More
The following cases were heard recently in Superior Court, Bangor. Frank Stover, 68, Newport, three counts unlawful sexual contact, all but six months suspended from 30-month jail sentence, four years probation, $25 to victims compensation fund. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes =… Read More
ORONO — Town officials responded Friday to questions asked by residents at the Feb. 28 hearing on the referendum for a public safety building project. After a yearlong study by a committee to seek a solution to the town’s space needs for fire, police and… Read More
Bangor police on Sunday continued to investigate an armed robbery that occurred late Friday afternoon. A 20-year-old store clerk was assaulted by the robber who fled the Mount Hope Variety Store with a few hundred dollars in cash. According to police reports, a man carrying… Read More
OLD TOWN — The police department could stop selling sporting licenses on weekends and at night under a plan being considered by the City Council. On Monday, councilors will hold a public hearing to review the proposal, which was first raised in an auditor’s report… Read More
Two Surry residents wanted by the U.S. Marshal’s Office were arrested at gunpoint Sunday afternoon in Bangor. David and Ellen Finch were stopped by Bangor police on State Street after the U.S. Marshal’s Service requested Bangor’s assistance in apprehending the couple. Bangor police were notified… Read More
LEVANT — Although a majority of the selectmen and budget committee voted to approve the proposed budget at Wednesday night’s meeting, one selectman has voiced strong opposition. In a telephone call to the Bangor Daily News, Selectman Dawn Thibodeau said she was opposed to the… Read More
DIXMONT — Selectmen signed the warrant for the annual town meeting at their March 2 meeting. Voters at the March 19 town meeting will be asked to act on a proposed municipal budget that is about 6 percent above last year’s, said First Selectman John… Read More
BREWER — The Planning Board will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. Monday, March 7, at City Hall, for a site plan review to consider an addition of a 970-square foot, one-story office addition for the Housing Authority of the city of Brewer at One Colonial Circle. Read More
ORLAND — The sun played peekaboo Saturday, but the winter carnival at H.O.M.E., a cooperative community located on Route 1, was a success. Large letters on its building announce that you are at H.O.M.E., but the name means much more. H.O.M.E, founded in 1978, means… Read More
LEVANT — A majority of the budget committee and selectmen voted 5-3 Wednesday night to approve a budget of $964,972 and send it on to the voters for a final decision at the annual town meeting March 25. The recommended budget, according to Town Manager… Read More
ORLAND — As area residents enjoyed the H.O.M.E. winter carnival Saturday, they were able to keep a sharp eye on an Orland Fire Department training exercise. Firefighter John Gray, an instructor for the Firefighter 1 class, was there along with 15 firefighters and trainees. “We… Read More
ELLSWORTH — Eighth-graders from the Moore School in Ellsworth are tackling four plays by William Shakespeare. An evening presentation is planned for Thursday, March 10, and the public is welcome to attend. The plays are: “Hamlet,” “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” “The Taming of the Shrew”… Read More
CAMDEN — Proponents and opponents of a new high school and school district for Camden, Rockport, Hope, Appleton and Lincolnville squared off in a debate Sunday, nine days before voters will have their say. The five towns vote March 15 on forming a Community School… Read More
ROCKLAND — The Farnsworth Art Museum was recently awarded $14,000 from the Getty Grant Program and $6,300 from the Institute of Museum Services to support activities related to the museum’s permanent collection. Funds from the Getty grant will allow the museum to continue a three-year… Read More
ALEXANDER — Wearing the dual hats of selectman and assessors, John H. Dudley, Patrick Harris and Carleton Davis will meet at 7 tonight to consider how the town should prepare itself in case a casino gambling complex is built in neighboring Calais. Harris said the… Read More
MACHIAS — Voters might need a score card to tell the growing field of gubernatorial players apart. But the chore should be made a little easier for Washington County voters thanks to a candidates’ forum at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 12, in the Performing Arts Center at the… Read More