Maine’s 1994 Atlantic salmon season was introduced with a drum roll of rain on the roof of the Penobscot Salmon Club last Sunday morning. But it didn’t dampen the spirits of the crowd gathered for the traditional opening-day breakfast. The one-room clubhouse overlooking the Bangor… Read More
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    For the first time, the Eastern and Western Maine regional finals in baseball and softball will be played at neutral fields instead of the home fields of the higher seeded teams. Bangor’s Mansfield Complex will be the site for the Eastern finals in baseball, and… Read More
    GUILFORD – B.J. Higgins clouted a two-run homer with one out in the ninth inning, carrying Foxcroft Academy to a dramatic 7-5 win over Piscataquis Community High in baseball action here Monday. Higgins had previously tied the game with two out in the seventh inning… Read More
    NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (AP) – Dan Gakeler allowed two runs over seven innings to lead the New Britain Red Sox to a 4-2 victory over the Portland Sea Dogs in an Eastern League game Monday night. Gakeler (2-2) gave up five hits, while walking two… Read More
    NEW YORK (AP) – The America’s Cup is going pop – as in pop art. Roy Lichtenstein, whose cartoon-like paintings helped redefine American art of the 1960s, said Monday he will paint one of the three boats vying for the right to defend the 143-year-old… Read More
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    BLUE HILL – Senior righthander Jaime Carroll spun a two-hitter, striking out eight and walking three, to pitch undefeated George Stevens Academy to a 15-3 win over Sumner of East Sullivan. Senior third baseman Jamie Bowden had a grand slam and a two-run homer in… Read More
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    PORTLAND – Sergei Gonchar, the Washington Capitals’ first pick in the 1992 NHL Entry Draft, was assigned to the Portland Pirates and arrived here Monday. The Dynamo Moscow defenseman just finished the Russian Elite League playoffs. Read More
    This is what George Mitchell will miss out on, now that he has turned his back on the Supreme Court of the United States: Back in 1989, an English teacher at the Central Maine Technical College in Auburn arranged a meeting with an 18-year-old student. Read More
    Friends, smiles and backward glances, fixing hair, looking the part, walking the halls, schedules, bells, copying homework, petty worries, superficial crisis, mistakes, boredom, frustration, euphoria. School. The people, the faces known and felt. The blurred color of mid-morning dreamscapes and Monday alarm clocks. Morning-guy commute noise on the… Read More
    Imagine my shock and surprise when I read through the newspaper on April 22 and saw that Joe Brennan, who wants to be governor of our state, has come up with a new idea. The idea is for Maine to give foreign aid to Canada. Read More
    Kids are, or should be, equal. I’m talking about those 20 or so kids that got killed in Waco. If Chelsea Clinton was there or if Janet Reno had kids there, the FBI would still be outside the compound waiting. If important people’s kids were… Read More
    “Bravo” to Donald C. Crandlemire of Machias and his (April 22) letter to the editor, “Defeat Down East.” I feel exactly the same way and we, Mr. Crandlemire, are not alone. How dare those Maine legislators who voted against the casino for Calais be so… Read More
    On April 2-3, Paul Sylvain, a reporter I’ve enjoyed a good relationship with over the years, wrote an article titled, “Poorest gamble the most in Maine.” In his article, Sylvain states that Washington County residents spend more on lottery tickets per capita than people in… Read More
    An exemption to or a redefinition of the U.S. blockade against Cuba to allow foreign jets carrying Cuba-bound passengers to fuel at Bangor International Airport makes good sense. Maine needs the positive impact generated by $15 million worth of business every bit as much as Canada does. Read More
    Thank you for your editorial, “The cost of cold,” in the April 28 edition. We particularly appreciate your closing words, “efficiency is a good investment.” We applaud Central Maine Power’s joining with 23 other utilities several years ago to encourage research into new refrigerator technology. Read More
    BLUE HILL — Area residents are invited to attend Seniors Day 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Blue Hill Memorial Hospital. The event has the tropical theme “Island Fun” and features live entertainment from a steel drum band. A free luncheon will be served… Read More
    WASHINGTON (AP) — A former Maine college instructor who says he’s a sex addict and that his firing for kissing a student amounted to illegal discrimination lost a Supreme Court appeal Monday. The justices, without comment, turned away Donald C. Winston’s arguments that he was… Read More
    ROCKLAND — The Pen Bay Chapter of the American Red Cross will soon inaugurate a new service. GOOD MORNING will provide a “wake-up” call for shut-ins. Volunteers will operate telephones from the Chapter House in Rockland from 8 to 10 each morning, calling registered clients to check on… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Condoms specifically designed for women are now available at Downeast Health Services. According to Vyvyenne Ritchie, director of the agency’s family planning clinic, the female condom is as effective as the male condom in preventing unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV… Read More
    ROCKLAND — Penobscot School will hold its first International Book Sale 9- a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at the school. All proceeds will benefit Penobscot School, a nonprofit center for language study and international exchange located at 28 Gay St. in Rockland. The… Read More
    ROCKLAND — A $2.5 million ferry terminal on the city waterfront proposed by the state Department of Transportation may not have clear sailing, city officials said Monday night. But the council authorized a purchase and sale agreement to sell City Hall for $260,000 to the DOT for a… Read More
    BAR HARBOR — Mount Desert Island’s P.A.T.C.H. (Planned Approach to Community Health) program has joined with the National Osteoporosis Foundation as a “Partner in Prevention.” According to Meg Scheid, MDI P.A.T.C.H. director, osteoporosis is a bone-weakening disease that affects more than 25 million Americans, including… Read More
    HOLDEN — Selectman Ralph McLeod didn’t find much support Monday night for his proposal to prohibit elected officials from doing business with the town of Holden, but his recommendation for using a sealed-bid process will definitely be discussed further. About 45 people turned out for… Read More
    Twenty-seven regional competition winners took part in the Maine Citizen Bee civic education program April 30 at Colby College in Waterville. The event was organized by Secretary of State William Diamond. Benjamin Bates of Scarborough High School and Caitlin Barnes of York High School were… Read More
    WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday let stand a Maine state law that bars anyone from soliciting contributions on behalf of law enforcement groups. The court, without comment, turned aside arguments by police union members and a professional fund-raiser that the law violates… Read More
    PORTLAND (AP) — Robert W. Mitchell of Kennebunk, an international oil executive who went on to become federal energy administrator in New England, died Saturday at Maine Medical Center. He was 75. An Orono native and a graduate of the Merchant Marine Academy at Kings… Read More
    POLAND (AP) — The Androscoggin County prosecutor said Monday her office is reviewing whether to file criminal charges against two young drivers who allegedly led police on a chase resulting in a crash that killed a Poland woman. District Attorney Janet Mills said no decision… Read More
    DOVER-FOXCROFT — A Brownville businessman found guilty of public indecency received a suspended jail sentence Monday in 13th District Court. Earl Friend, 63, was fined $300 and ordered to pay $680 restitution. A 30-day jail sentence imposed was suspended, and he was placed on six… Read More
    BANGOR — The City Council will begin its consideration of the 1995 budget on Tuesday night. The first council budget workshop, which begins at 5 p.m., will cover funding for the city administration and the Governance Department which includes the city clerk and assessing and… Read More
    BANGOR — The city’s Planning Board will meet tonight to discuss land use and zoning policy in the Broadway corridor because zoning in this area has been seen as inconsistent. The board also will consider a plan by Webber Oil Co. to subdivide an existing… Read More
    PITTSFIELD — The Pittsfield Town Council will review a revolving loan to Dr. Howard R. Margolskee for $143,700 for a seven-year period at their 7:30 p.m. meeting tonight.Tuesday Margolskee plans to build a rural health clinic on Somerset Avenue, across from Somerset Plaza. googletag.cmd.push(function ()… Read More
    DEXTER — Dexter police are asking the public’s assistance in the investigation of a rash of vandalism over the weekend. According to Chief David Clukey, vandals threw rocks through front and side windows of 12 vehicles between midnight and 2 a.m. Sunday. The cars were… Read More
    CORINNA — The Corinna Health Center will be closed from Tuesday, May 3, to Friday, May 6. David St. Pierre and staff also will be on vacation from July 11-22. Persons needing medical assistance during those times should contact Newport Family Practice or Sebasticook Valley Hospital. Read More
    NEWPORT — The Palmyra fire service agreement is back on the agenda for this week’s Newport selectmen but Town Manager Arthur Ellingwood said a change in Palmyra’s meeting date will affect discussion. Palmyra selectmen will be meeting at the same time as Newport selectmen, 6:30… Read More
    GREENVILLE — Robert Warman, 21, of Greenville was arrested Saturday for one count of gross sexual assault. Sgt. Larry Bickford of the Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Department said Warman is charged with sexually assaulting a 16-year-old male in January. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
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    HARMONY — Kindergarten registration will be held on Monday, May 9, at the Harmony Elementary School for those children entering school in the fall. Children must be 5 years old on or before Oct. 15, 1994. Parents also must bring the child’s birth certificate and… Read More
    DOVER-FOXCROFT — Police are investigating the theft of a 1990 GMC pickup truck with plow frame at Shirley. Investigator Scott Richardson of the Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Department said the red truck had five outboard motors valued at a total of $600 stored in its bed. Read More
    GREENVILLE — Three break-ins and the theft of a late-model vehicle in Greenville Saturday night are under investigation. Chief Duane Alexander said cash was taken in the break-ins at Porter’s Garage, W.L. Bartley Inc. and the American Legion Post. Windows were pried open to gain… Read More
    BANGOR — If the rapid downsizing of the Bangor Mental Health Institute is putting patients in jeopardy, it is the Legislature’s responsibility to stop the shutdown, Bangor’s legislators said at a meeting Monday night. “The onus is on the Legislature to stop the downsizing, put… Read More
    PORTLAND (AP) — Dressed like a sex goddess, best-selling author Amy Tan wielded a whip on the likes of literary soulmates Stephen King and Dave Barry as their band, the Rock Bottom Remainders, took the stage in King’s home state. During Tan’s sultry rendition of… Read More
    PORTLAND (AP) — A former South Portland travel agent went on trial Monday in U.S. District Court on charges linked to an alleged airline ticket scam that the government says defrauded customers and associates of at least $250,000. In opening arguments, the prosecution charged that… Read More
    Back in 1992, Bill Clinton was a candidate, making a candidate’s promises in exchange for the support of labor. Today, he is president and just one vote away from honoring a commitment, signing striker-replacement legislation that has the potential to destablize the labor-management relationship and stifle the economic… Read More
    LaVerdiere’s Super Drug Stores, which grew from a single pharmacy in the 1920s to the largest chain in the state, has been sold to drugstore giant Rite Aid Corp., officials from both companies reported Monday. Stephen LaVerdiere, president of the Waterville-based company, cited increased competition… Read More
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    Q. The chlorine in my swimming pool irritates my eyes and skin. Can I use free solar energy to power a “no-chemical” pool purification system. What new purification systems are available? — T.D. A. Pool purification chemicals not only irritate your eyes, skin, and harm… Read More
    EAST MILLINOCKET — Residents will consider gross 1994-95 town and school budgets totaling $5.7 million at the annual town meeting May 24. The proposed gross budgets represent an increase of $357,001. The proposed net budgets of $4.5 million represent an increase of $302,051, or 7.3… Read More
    AUGUSTA — Although the legal safety net for Maine’s poor has strengthened during the past five years, it still falls short of catching those who most often are denied access to the courts, the state’s top judicial officers said Monday. Five years after the Legal… Read More
    LUBEC — Behind the long-neglected store fronts in the business district on Water and Commercial streets lies the promise of a revitalized community. That vision, developed two years ago as the Lubec: 2001 plan by the Chamber of Commerce, is not dead, as evidenced by… Read More
    BELFAST — Ron Jenness can joke now about driving to a Bangor hospital with his neck broken, but the painful journey was no laughing matter. Jenness recounted that harrowing 30-mile ride and the car accident that completely severed vertebrae in his neck, while attending a… Read More
    FORT KENT — Fort Kent has become the first St. John Valley town on the American side of the St. John River to agree to give financial support to the development of a sea-run Atlantic salmon industry on the upper St. John River. The Fort… Read More
    PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (AP) — It might look like a game of tag, but Maine revenue officials are serious about keeping cheap New Hampshire liquor out of their state. They sit and watch a state liquor store in Portsmouth, using binoculars to snag shoppers bringing illegal… Read More
    WASHBURN — An informational meeting for parents of SAD 45 children entering kindergarten next fall will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, May 9, at the elementary school. Kindergarten registration for children from Perham, Wade and Washburn will be by appointment on Monday, May 16,… Read More
    VAN BUREN — Borderview Manor in Van Buren will offer a series of special events during National Nursing Home Week, May 8-15. The nursing home has about 25 regular volunteers, but in May the number more than doubles as people from the community offer to… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — The Aroostook Medical Center will hold hospitalwide activities for its employees and the community to celebrate National Hospital Week and National Nursing Home Week from May 8 to 14. “Where Miracles Happen Every Day” pens and buttons will be distributed during the… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — Fund-raisers to collect $10,000 for health education and medical equipment are under way by the TAMC Health Group. The first event is a $1,000 shopping spree raffle at the Aroostook Centre Mall. Tickets are available at Gould Memorial Hospital. Other events planned… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — The University of Maine at Presque Isle and New England Association of College Admission Counselors will hold a college fair from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, May 16, at UMPI’s Wieden gymnasium. More than 100 colleges and universities from New England will… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — The Northern Maine Music Educators Association presented gold and silver awards to bands and choruses participating in the second annual large group festival during the weekend. The festival featured one orchestra, 15 bands, and 10 choruses, competing in division I, 41 or… Read More
    FORT KENT — A Pennsylvania doctor and professor will discuss “Your Hospital at Work for Your Wellness” at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at the University of Maine at Fort Kent’s Fox Auditorium. Dr. L. Flemming Fallon, associate professor of allied health at Slippery Rock… Read More
    MADAWASKA — The Madawaska Town Council will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, at the municipal building. Items on the agenda include welcoming the town’s new code enforcement officer, Robert Ouellette; discussion on reimbursement for a private septic system; a proposal for Atlantic salmon… Read More
    FORT KENT — The University of Maine at Fort Kent Performing Arts Club will present “Boom Box,” a one act play by D.S. Clapp, at 7 p.m., May 6 and 7 in UMFK’s Fox Auditorium. The play is about the leader of a gang of… Read More
    Every ton of waste the Katahdin Region takes out of the waste stream saves taxpayers $80 in disposal and transportation costs. In addition to the voluntary recycling efforts in Millinocket, East Millinocket, Medway and Woodville, officials are offering two educational sessions on composting as another… Read More
    At 3 a.m. Friday, Aug. 13, 1819, an orange-colored fire engine known as the “Hancock” was towed by hand over storm-muddied roads to the Avery homestead in Castine. Apparently started by lightning, a fire at the homestead had already consumed 50 tons of Avery’s hay and some farm… Read More
    MILLINOCKET — State Rep. Herbert E. Clark, D-Millinocket, will seek re-election to the Maine House of Representatives from District 140 (Millinocket, Mount Chase, Stacyville and part of North Penobscot). Clark, in his seventh term in the Legislature, is House chairman of the Joint Standing Committee… Read More
    JACKSON — Louise M. Shorette, D-Jackson, a photographer, has announced she will run for a seat in the newly formed House District 107, Stockton Springs, Prospect, Frankfort, Winterport, Monroe, Jackson and Brooks. Shorette said she made her decision to run at a local potluck dinner… Read More
    SOUTH THOMASTON — Edward B. Sleeper of South Thomaston has announced his intention to seek the Republican party nomination for the office of state senator from District 12, which encompasses most of Knox County. Sleeper believes that in order to resolve the many problems facing… Read More
    SCARBOROUGH (AP) — Hannaford Bros. has adopted a new policy barring solicitations outside its supermarkets. The policy stops groups like the Salvation Army, the Boy Scouts, school groups and others from seeking donations outside Hannaford’s Shop ‘n Save, Sun Foods and other supermarkets. googletag.cmd.push(function ()… Read More
    CHESTER — Galen V. Libby Jr. of Chester is Republician candidate for House District 139. Libby, who is first selectman in Chester, said he has always had an interest in government and looks forward to making a difference. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    HARTLAND — Mark Brooks, a Republican and lifelong resident of Hartland, has announced his candidacy for state representative in District 108, which includes Canaan, Cornville, Hartland, Palmyra and St. Albans. This a new seat, created by the redistricting in 1993. Brooks’ opponent is Louise Townsend… Read More
    MACHIAS — Nancy J. Stevenson Manchester has announced her candidacy for the Democratic Party’s nomination in the June primary for the position of Washington County register of probate. A native of Eastport, she graduated from Shead Memorial High School in 1973 with honors for her… Read More
    EAST MILLINOCKET — Jon Rosebush, 30, of East Millinocket is the Democratic candidate for House District 139. Rosebush, a 10-year employee at Great Northern Paper Co.’s East Millinocket mill, said he was excited about the opportunity to serve people of the area. He and his,… Read More
    MADAWASKA — St. John Valley Associates Inc., an organization that helps mentally ill adults, presented 100 certificates of appreciation to recognize accomplishments and benefactors at its annual recognition night. Guest speaker Reynold Raymond, chief executive officer of the Northern Maine General Hospital at Eagle Lake,… Read More
    BELFAST — The Colson family had their day in court but they still can’t spend the night together. Gary and Deborah Colson of Northport have been living apart since February out of fear that the Department of Human Services would take away their children. DHS… Read More
    PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Fleet Financial Group announced Monday its board of directors has elected six senior executives to newly created corporate positions. The six will be elevated from executive posts in regional markets to officer-level positions with Fleet Financial Group, according to a company… Read More
    FRANKLIN — John M. Lasell, 42, of Franklin has announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for state House District 131. The district includes the towns of Addison, Cherryfield, Columbia, Franklin, Harrington, Milbridge, Steuben, Sullivan, and Townships 7, 9, 10, 16, 22 and a corner of 28. Read More
    Five Brewer High School students were indicted Monday by a Penobscot County grand jury and charged with felony theft and burglary in connection with a two-month burglary spree in Bangor and Brewer. Four juveniles, all Brewer High School students, were implicated in the crime spree. Read More
    Every senior wants to see his team finish with a flourish, and Andrew Wendell is no exception. On Monday afternoon, the lanky youth from Deer Isle-Stonington High School stepped off the plane at Bangor International Airport proudly clutching the second-place trophy his team won at the National Chess… Read More
    Republicans almost got it. By the thickness of an elephant hair — a vote of 386-349 in favor of shrinking the Legislature — GOP conventioneers in Augusta last weekened missed being consistent with their party philosophy. The narrow margin of the vote is evidence that… Read More
    BANGOR — In an effort to come up with a coherent policy regarding parking restrictions on Bangor’s residential streets, the city has proposed several changes to parking and traffic patterns on the city’s east side. While the process will begin on Bangor’s east side, the… Read More
    SANGERVILLE — The Piscataquis County Democratic Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Friday, May 6, at Oakes Manor Senior Citizens Recreation Center. A supper will be served. Speakers for the evening will be Tom Allen, gubernatorial candidate, and Jim Mitchell, a candidate for Second District U.S. Congress. Read More
    HARRISON (AP) — An afternoon fire Monday destroyed the Shorelands Restaurant, a popular eating place on Route 117. No one was injured in the fire, which was reported shortly after 2 p.m., according to a Harrison fire dispatcher. She said the fire started in the… Read More
    LUBEC — A recount of ballots cast in the April 25 Lubec town election has reaffirmed Jed Coggins’ place on the five-member Board of Selectmen. The recount, conducted Monday at the Lubec Town Office, was requested by Clayton E. Kelley, following an inspection of ballots… Read More
    WASHINGTON (AP) — The University of Colorado lost a Supreme Court appeal Monday in its bid to resume forcing student athletes, trainers, managers and cheerleaders to take drug tests. The court’s action could hamper efforts by other state-run schools to keep their athletic programs drug-free. Read More
    A People’s Heritage Bank customer identified in a story and photo that ran on the business page Monday morning was Bill Reed, not Bill Lawrence as was stated. A Maine Street news item in the April 30-May 1 edition incorrectly said that Henrietta Taylor would… Read More