Class B softball BANGOR – The weather may have been hot, but Hermon High School’s Wendy Davis had ice running through her veins on Wednesday afternoon. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for… Read More
    Class D softball BANGOR – Sandi Carver finally let her defense get in on the fun Wednesday at the Union Street complex. 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
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    Regarding early morning rainstorms, there’s an adage that says: “Rain by 7, clear by 11.” Thankfully, that held true Tuesday as outdoor writers participating in the Outdoor Writers Association of America’s 1994 national conference at the University of Maine took the trail leading to “Breakout Day.”… Read More
    ORONO – Perhaps I should no longer be surprised when I learn people from away in leadership positions relating to the outdoors often have a strong connection to Maine. I met Ellie Horwitz, a spunky lady with laughing eyes and a smile that won’t quit,… Read More
    EASTERN MAINE BASEBALL TOURNAMENT TUESDAY, June 14 Eastern Maine Championships (Games at Mansfield Complex, Bangor) 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
    You’re planning to tour Maine waterways by kayak. You’ve got your boat and paddle and helmet. What else do you need to take with you? The first item is a guidebook. It will give tips on how to get to your destination and tips on… Read More
    CARIBOU — Green hills roll gently across central Aroostook County during high summer. Fields already planted in potatoes and broccoli are sprouting in the warm summer sun; the treelines and patchy forests that separate the fields also glow green on hazy mornings. The azure Aroostook… Read More
    MILLINOCKET — The last outpost of civilization is a lot closer to Baxter State Park than most people realize. About halfway between Millinocket and the Togue Pond Gate for Baxter State Park, the road slips under Black Cat Mountain and runs through Spencer Cove, the… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — Located high on the Aroostook Plateau, Presque Isle brings urbanity to a primarily agricultural region of Maine. Surrounded by farming communities like Washburn, Mapleton, Chapman, Westfield, and Easton, Presque Isle blends what’s modern in Americana (national franchises, an urban setting, a new mall) with what’s… Read More
    You literally run out of road in Port Clyde. There are places in Maine, like Oquossoc over in Franklin County, where a numbered road runs into the water. Depending upon your point of view, Route 4 either starts or stops at Haines Landing in Oquossoc… Read More
    PITTSFIELD — If you’re looking for fun and excitement this summer, why not try Pittsfield? The town’s 175th birthday is giving residents a reason to expand their annual Central Maine Egg Festival. Nestled in the heart of central Maine, Pittsfield has maintained a small-town feeling… Read More
    SEAL HARBOR — Like so many places on Mount Desert Island, this village just outside the boundaries of Acadia National Park remains relatively undiscovered by tourists. Seal Harbor spreads along two sharp turns in Route 3, the state road that loops eastern MDI. People pass… Read More
    Geography and two major highways converge in Skowhegan, the shiretown of Somerset County. Straddling the Kennebec River where it plunges over a dam and into a scenic gorge, Skowhegan also marks the intersection of Routes 2 and 201, major arteries in central Maine. The highways… Read More
    PORT CLYDE — About 11 miles off Port Clyde, the isolation and rugged beauty of Monhegan Island attract many visitors seeking escape and solitude from 20th-century confusion and noise. Monhegan Island rises as a rocky, cliff-strewn outpost guarding the western approaches to Penobscot Bay. Evergreen… Read More
    As if the excitement of whitewater canoeing weren’t enough, some people seeking unusual Maine vacations opt for other excitement, too. Whitewater canoeing’s an extremely popular activity in Maine. Several companies specialize in organizing whitewater trips, which are concentrated along the upper Kennebec River, along the… Read More
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    PATTEN — From the high ground along Route 11 a few miles south of Patten, Mount Katahdin looks close enough to touch. There’s a lot of woods between here and there, however. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes =… Read More
    When I was a kid, my mother would take me downtown to the local restaurant, where I’d climb on a stool at the lunch counter and order a chocolate ice-cream cone with chocolate jimmies. There were only four flavors: chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and coffee. Mom would order a… Read More
    BOOTHBAY HARBOR — At times during the summer, boats apparently outnumber cars in this major coastal resort. As the ultimate destination for many warm weather boaters, Boothbay Harbor affords a safe mooring well-protected from the rolling sea. Established as a fishing community in Colonial times,… Read More
    HOULTON — The next-to-the-last exit of Interstate 95 brings traffic into the last town before Canada, and that town’s a great place to visit during summer and fall. Houlton, the shiretown of Aroostook County, was settled in 1805 by James Houlton of Massachusetts. The town… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Almost everybody who heads for Down East Maine winds up here in Ellsworth sooner or later. The shiretown of Hancock County, Ellsworth marks an important intersection in Maine’s highway system. Route 1 passes through the city, taking traffic east or west; Route 3… Read More
    DOVER-FOXCROFT — Visitors to southern Piscataquis County will find activities ranging from outdoor recreation to classical music this summer. The lakes, ponds, streams and rivers offer recreation and solitude, and this year the Piscataquis River offers one more variety of fish for anglers. Last fall, brown trout were… Read More
    BLUE HILL — State Rep. Ellen Walker invites her constituents to visit her at several locations in District 127. Residents can meet with her June 23 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Ellsworth City Hall; June 30 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Surry Town Hall, and from… Read More
    STONINGTON — Residents are urged to attend an open discussion on school building plans and objectives at 7 p.m. Monday, June 20, at the gym building. Invited to attend are the school superintendent, Stonington members of the school district, the school building committee, and selectmen and the town… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Hancock County Parent Awareness, a support group for parents, professionals and others involved with children with special needs, has announced its affiliation with the Hancock County Children’s Council. The support group is working with the council as a task force to help parents… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Ellsworth Junior Girl Scout Troop 802 recently awarded $500 grants to the Ellsworth Public Library and to Downeast Sexual Assault Services. The troop worked with the Maine Community Foundation under its Partner in Philanthropy Project. They developed a grant application and sent it… Read More
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    ORONO — The first statewide 4-H conference organized entirely by teen-agers and the first in more than 12 years, is planned June23-26, at the University of Maine. Featured will be high-tech equipment and satellite discussions from throughout the state and around the world. “Maine Mosaic:… Read More
    ORRINGTON — Planning for Old Home Week, Aug. 13-20, will begin at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 16, at the home of Glenn Rand on River Road. Anyone who wants to enter a float, marching band or other parade unit is welcome to offer suggestions. Rand… Read More
    BANGOR — Road maintenance at the intersection of Interstate 395, Odlin Road and Outer Hammond Street is causing lengthy traffic tieups and police are urging motorists to find alternative routes. The traffic light at the four-way intersection was shut down for most of the day… Read More
    WESLEY — Champion International Corp. will close the Construction and Maintenance Department of its Northeast operations on Oct. 31, and will lay off 15 employees who work out of the Colson Field Garage in Wesley. Tom Hartranft, Champion’s Northeast Region general manager, said, “This is… Read More
    AUGUSTA — Education Commissioner Leo G. Martin has announced 12 technology awards of $75,000 each to schools in six Maine regions. The grants are made possible through funding requested by Gov. John R. McKernan and will be used in the next school year at elementary… Read More
    My congratulations to John Baldacci. I wish him well in the upcoming campaign and fall election. I also would like to thank every voter who voted for me, and even every voter who didn’t vote for me but actually managed to vote. You are the… Read More
    In a recent editorial, the Bangor Daily News urged candidates for governor to pursue restructuring of state government (“Two Roads Not Taken I,” May 16). This is a laudable goal and one which I have pursued vigorously. I have successfully implemented many significant changes in both the structure… Read More
    Those of us who struggle to make ends meet should ask First lady Hillary Rodham Clinton to consider offering investment advice as a public service. Her incredible investment acumen (if that is what it is) makes such investment legends as Bernard Baruch seem inept by comparison. Then, if… Read More
    GUILFORD — While budgets from other school districts are getting a second look, SAD 4 residents Wednesday approved a $5.2 million budget in 10 minutes and with little discussion. Of the $5.2 million, $330,000 will be raised locally without state participation. googletag.cmd.push(function () { //… Read More
    WASHINGTON — Sen. William S. Cohen said Wednesday that the U.S. Navy has decided to overhaul three nuclear submarines at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. According to Navy officials, the New England yard has been awarded a $6.1 million contract to perform work on the U.S.S. Read More
    WINTERPORT — Twenty-four hours after voters passed part of SAD 22’s proposed budget on referendum and defeated the rest of it, the board of directors took roughly the same action to its list of administrators. Most of the district’s principals received contract extensions through 1995-1996, but two did… Read More
    BAR HARBOR (AP) — A Rhode Island man suffered a fatal heart attack Wednesday while hiking in Acadia National Park, authorities said. The 38-year-old victim, whose name was not immediately released, was hiking near the fire tower at Beach Mountain when he was stricken around… Read More
    HAMPDEN — A 13-year-old Hampden boy was rescued from the bottom of a steep embankment on Route 202 Wednesday after he crashed his bicycle. Mike Lancaster and a group of friends were riding their bikes down the grassy embankment when he lost control and crashed. Read More
    ROCKLAND — The month of June is the 130th anniversary of the mustering out of the 4th Maine Regiment of Infantry from their service in the Civil War. In honor of this event the authors of the book, “Into the Valley of Death,” will host a free lecture… Read More
    ORONO (AP) — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plans to reclassify the bald eagle from “endangered” to “threatened,” reflecting progress in the bird’s recovery, a newspaper reported Wednesday. The plan, to be announced by July 4, was confirmed by federal wildlife officials attending the… Read More
    WINTER HARBOR — The first-ever survey of plant and animal life in the Schoodic section of Acadia National Park is being conducted through a joint effort of the National Park Service and the U.S. Navy. The survey covers park and Navy lands on the peninsula,… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — A bike rodeo will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 19, at Ellsworth High School. The free event, sponsored by Maine Safe Kids and local sponsors, promotes the use of helmets, bicycle skills and safety. All bicycles will be checked and minor problems… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Birdsacre, a sanctuary for injured and orphaned birds, is seeking volunteers for its rehabilitation center. Needed are people who could spend a few hours a week to help feed and care for the bird residents. Monetary donations also are welcomed. More information is available from Coleen… Read More
    SOUTHWEST HARBOR — Tremont schoolchildren who got a hands-on look at marine life last month will be featured at 7 p.m. this Friday, June 17, on cable television’s public access channel 2. The show, “Sea Rangers,” will be broadcast nationally next fall. The program, which… Read More
    BOSTON (AP) — The largest study ever of breast implants finds no evidence they cause rheumatoid arthritis or other serious diseases, challenging claims of women who reached a $4.3 billion settlement with manufacturers. The review, conducted at the Mayo Clinic, found that women who get… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE — Some things may change in the Aroostook County’s law enforcement community as a result of Tuesday’s primary elections. Theodore L. St. Pierre won the Democratic nomination Tuesday for the county sheriff’s position, beating incumbent Sheriff Edgar Wheeler. The unofficial returns showed that… Read More
    MARSHFIELD — The stage at Gay’s Wreath Shop will “come alive with the sound of music” June 28, as the Downriver Theatre Company opens its sixth summer season with “The Sound of Music.” The non-profit company will stage four Broadway musicals and two original plays… Read More
    ROCKPORT — Voters returned incumbents Marjorie Jones and Jim Annis to the board of selectmen in Tuesday’s town election. Jones received 492 votes and Annis 451, followed by challenger Hartwell Dowling, for the two three-year terms. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes =… Read More
    AUGUSTA — The next quarterly meeting of the Maine Historic Preservation Commission will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 29, in Emerson Hall on Court Street, Castine. The commission meets quarterly to nominate buildings, sites and districts to the National Register of Historic Places. Read More
    NEWPORT — Two decisions are on the warrant for a special town meeting in Newport at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 18, at the junior high school gymnasium. Residents will be asked to accept $60,000 in state grant funds to create a computer learning center to… Read More
    EAGLE LAKE — Of all the 151 state House districts in Maine, it had to happen in former House Speaker John L. Martin’s district. Two Republican candidates tied Tuesday in the race for the nomination in House District 151, which includes Martin’s hometown of Eagle… Read More
    AUGUSTA (AP) — New faces will occupy at least one-third of the seats in Maine House and Senate next session, officials said Wednesday as they digested results from the primary election. In party balloting Tuesday, two state representatives — a Democrat and a Republican —… Read More
    It is difficult to understand. In a state where poaching is as old as regulated hunting, there still is an alien quality to the thought of animals being slaughtered and dismembered for the resale of their body parts. Generations of Mainers grew up on game. Read More
    PITTSFIELD — Peltoma Avenue in Pittsfield will be closed to through traffic between Main Street and Cianchette Avenue during daytime working hours for five days beginning Wednesday, June 15, according to the Maine Department of Transportation. The street will be open to all traffic nights… Read More
    NEWPORT — The Friends of the Newport Public Library will hold a food sale, flea market and book sale on Saturday, July 2, during the town’s annual three-day Fourth of July Festival. The food sale, on the library lawn, will be from 9 a.m. to… Read More
    PITTSFIELD — The Pittsfield Fire Department is sponsoring its first duck race at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 10. Three hundred numbered plastic ducks will be dropped into the water near Pioneer Dam, by GSBS Co. The first duck across the finish line at Manson Park… Read More
    PITTSFIELD — Contestants are needed for the Little Chick Contest in connection with the town’s annual Central Maine Egg Festival. Any boy or girl in the central Maine area who will be at least 1 year old by July 1, 1994, and not older than… Read More
    SKOWHEGAN — Senior Spectrum is seeking volunteers to assist with activities for older individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related memory disorders in an Adult Day Respite Program setting. The program will operate from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays at the Somerset Senior Center. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Piscataquis Regional YMCA will offer a program for early teen-agers and adolescents from 6:30 to 8 p.m. starting Monday, June 20. The C.A.R.E. Club — Caring Atmosphere for Relationship Enhancement — is to organize youth to promote healthful ways of life. The… Read More
    EAST MILLINOCKET — The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and Field Stone Archery will hold a hunter safety course from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 22, at Field Stone Archery. The 12-hour course will include ethics and hunter responsibility; gun handling, map and… Read More