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    STEVE TARDIF CASTINE – Steve Tardif of Maine Maritime Academy, was named The New England Football Conference Player of the Week. The senior tailback from Biddeford rushed for 180 yards on 25 carries and scored three touchdowns, including a game-winning 10-yard pass reception, in the… Read More
    NYACK, N.Y. – Jason Rollins scored two goals to lift Nyack College past the Husson College Braves 2-0 in the NAIA District 9-10 soccer playoffs Tuesday. Jeff Swenson added an assist and Rian Rooney made five saves on six shots for the 13-6-1 Purple Pride. Read More
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    BRUNSWICK – Bowdoin College will host the Maine Open Squash Tournament in Morrell Gymnasium Nov. 12-14. Many divisions will be offered for men, women, and seniors. Emma Major, ranked No. 20 in the world, will play Bowdoin coach Sharon Bradey, who was formally ranked No. Read More
    Despite an injury-marred first three months as a member of the Stanford Cardinal cross country team, Louis Luchini has proven he belongs in one of the nation’s top distance stables. Just don’t expect to see the former Ellsworth High star’s name in any race results… Read More
    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Mike Baker of Hermon shot a third-round 76 and sat in 66th place in second stage action at the PGA Tour Qualifying School at Bear Lakes Golf Club Wednesday. Bangor Municipal Golf Course’s assistant pro has a three-day total of 9-over-par 225. Read More
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    ORONO – Division I basketball players and coaches from across the country have one common dream: qualify for the Final Four and play for a national title. The University of Maine women’s basketball team is no different than the rest. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define… Read More
    With due respect to Gov. Angus King and his many accomplishments, I’m puzzled by his attitude toward one of nature’s most magnificent creatures, the Atlantic salmon. For him to say there are millions of salmon in aquaculture pens off the Maine coast, therefore, there is… Read More
    I read with interest the Oct. 29 advertising special section on H.E. Sargent Inc. and I couldn’t let the occasion pass without adding a word of appreciation for Herb Sargent and his company’s fine efforts. I had the good fortune while working my way through college and law… Read More
    To all the veterans of World War II: Thank you for your dedicated service to your country. I and everyone else owe our freedom to you. It’s a debt we can never repay. We must say every day, thank you one and all. From Pearl… Read More
    Country music star Ty Herndon will return to Ken’s Outback Tavern in Skowhegan Nov. 16 and 17 for a show to benefit the Skowhegan Opera House. A portion of the proceeds from the two shows will be donated to the Opera House Renovation Fund. Tickets… Read More
    In your Nov. 3 editorial on wages lagging behind in Maine, it seems you and the Maine Center for Economic Policy pose the issue backward. Rather than beginning with the question of what wage levels are necessary to pay for “basic necessities” and then make recommendations that either… Read More
    I don’t always agree with Christopher Smith’s film reviews, but I’m probably his biggest fan anyway. His Nov. 4 review of “The House on Haunted Hill” was a show-stopper that gave me a much-needed laugh during a difficult time. I watch Smith on television and read him in… Read More
    On the morning of Oct. 27, my wife parked legally on Main Street in Brewer. With no orange cones blocking her spot, nor any “no parking” signs, she parked, got out and went to her appointment. A Brewer laborer watched and said nothing. With her… Read More
    I’m catching up on my reading on one of my favorite topics — Bangor Hydro. I notice in your story of Oct. 26 that beginning March 1, “… northern residential and smaller businesses that opt for `the standard offer’ will pay roughly 4.3 cents per kilowatt-hour for electricity.”… Read More
    BINGHAM — Aware of the growing concern for the emotional and mental health of teen-agers everywhere, SAD 13 directors this week approved a partnership agreement with the local health center and a regional mental health organization to provide special counseling to troubled youths in the area. Read More
    ADDISON — Repairs to Dyke Bridge, which carries Front Street over the West Branch of Pleasant River, will slow traffic this week and next, according to the Maine Department of Transportation. “This is a continuation of repairs we started on this structure last year,” said… Read More
    ADDISON — The U.S. Census Bureau has named Arleta Grant of Addison as a partnership specialist for Maine. Grant will work with community organizations, businesses and state, local and tribal governments to encourage residents to fill out and return questionnaires for Census 2000. googletag.cmd.push(function ()… Read More
    COLUMBIA — The Widows and Widowers Support Group will hold a Dutch treat breakfast meeting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at Perry’s Seafood Restaurant. Area widows and widowers are welcome. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = [];… Read More
    WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Olympia Snowe’s staff assistant, Andrew Varisco, will be in Washington County next week. He will be at the Calais City Building from 10:30 a.m. to noon and at the Baileyville Town Hall from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    CALAIS — “Strategies for Success: 2000,” an economic summit on Washington County, will convene Dec. 8 at the Washington County Technical College. According to organizers, business leaders from several key industries including Georgia-Pacific Corp., Fiber Extrusion and Atlantic Salmon of Maine will participate. U.S. Rep. Read More
    BANGOR — “Building Regional Muscle,” a public forum sponsored by the Eastern Maine Development Corp. and The Maine Partnership, will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, at the Bangor Civic Center. Luncheon speaker will be Dennis Donovan, considered one of America’s foremost business… Read More
    INDIAN TOWNSHIP — A Passamaquoddy official Wednesday notified leaders of a drive to recall the tribal governor that the group’s petition was invalid because it did not have the required number of signatures. Tribal Gov. Richard Stevens, who has been tribal governor for slightly more… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Local aviators Lloyd Harmon and Bill Clark will speak on their European tour in a single-engine airplane at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Ellsworth Public Library. The public is welcome. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var… Read More
    BLUE HILL — The new security system at Town Hall nabbed its first violators last week: some folk dancers who entered the building for a dance unaware that the system had been activated. “We didn’t think it would be turned on until this week,” said… Read More
    CARMEL — The Carmel Historical Society will hold a Veterans Day parade at 11 a.m. today, beginning at the Masonic Hall. The parade route will go to the Village Cemetery where a marker will be dedicated to Llewellyn Smith, a Civil War veteran. Five other Civil War veterans… Read More
    THOMASTON — Exotic dancing may be the highlight of a special town meeting Nov. 30 if a draft amusement ordinance is unveiled to voters. Selectmen have been fashioning an amusement ordinance for the town, after a local business applied for a special amusement permit. The… Read More
    In Theaters “The Bone Collector” No offense, but as hobbies go, the one found within Phillip Noyce’s “The Bone Collector” is right up there with collecting Beanie Babies: One just wants to ask, “Why?” googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var… Read More
    It’s not too early to begin thinking about winter. It’s only 40 days away! Brad Ryder, owner of Cadillac Mountain Sports in Bangor, is already thinking about colder weather. He has invited about a dozen guides, vendors and outdoor gear manufacturers’ representatives to help you… Read More
    BANGOR — All Souls Congregational Church will hold a Holiday Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at the church, 10 Broadway. Activities include craft and book sales, a silent auction, a garden shop, and a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The luncheon… Read More
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    The Greater Madawaska Chamber of Commerce announces the appointment of Tina Deschaine as executive director. Deschaine is a Madawaska native. She began working with the Chamber in 1996 participating in a school-to-work program through the St. John Valley Technology Center. After working in the educational… Read More
    Caribou District Court Philip E. McMann Jr., 23, Fort Fairfield, operating an all-terrain vehicle operating on a public way, $50. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var i = 0; i… Read More
    PITTSFIELD — The Bureau of Motor Vehicles Photo License Unit won’t be in Pittsfield on Nov. 26, in observance of Thanksgiving Day, but will be available from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10. Applicants needing license extensions… Read More
    NEWBURGH — An attorney from Texas has taken up the cause of the Small Street Journal, the children’s newspaper that The Wall Street Journal has accused of engaging in unfair competition because of the similarity of their names. Evan Butts, an attorney who works out… Read More
    SKOWHEGAN — Wal-Mart will celebrate Veterans Day at 9:30 a.m. today at 474 Madison Ave. Members of the armed services, Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion will discuss the World War II memorial to be built in Washington, D.C. Accompanied by a color guard,… Read More
    ROCKLAND — A few new counters and some opened-up walls will have to do for improvements to the Rockland District Court. David Wilcox, space designer with the firm Winston Scott Associates of Portland, told Knox County commissioners Tuesday of plans to make the court and… Read More
    BELFAST — A few more generations of city schoolchildren may still be able to walk to their neighborhood schools. Although the SAD 34 board has yet to take a formal vote on the matter, a proposal to consolidate the city’s lower grades into a new,… Read More
    Good Students of the Month for September at Mount View High School have been named. They are: freshman Danielle Laliberte, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Laliberte of Jackson; sophomore Erik Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Jones of Freedom; junior Phoebe Garfinkel, daughter of Mr. and… Read More
    NORTHEAST HARBOR — The Neighborhood House Challenge Campaign has been given a year-end boost with a $50,000 challenge issued by an anonymous foundation. To receive the money, the Neighborhood House must match the grant with $50,000 in new donations and pledges by Dec. 31. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    BLUE HILL — Some people interested in handwork — sewing, quilting, needlework, wood carving or crocheting — are launching a weekly meeting designed to share ideas. The first gathering will be from 10:30 to 11 a.m. today at The Art Gallery in Warrington House on… Read More
    BAR HARBOR — “Silence Between Thoughts: The Secret Language of Symbols” is an exhibition featuring artist Anna Linquist opening this week. A reception will mark the opening from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, in the Ethel Blum Gallery at College of the Atlantic. Read More
    TRENTON — A swing dance is planned Friday night at the Trenton Grange. The chemical-free event will run from 8 to 11 p.m. and feature the Bob Haskell Swing Dance combo. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = [];… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Hancock County Extension Homemaker groups will hold their annual holiday craft and food fair in the Maine Coast Mall from 9 to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12. Handmade gifts, fudge and baked goods will be for sale to support local community group projects… Read More
    SULLIVAN — The Sullivan Volunteer Fire Department will be host of a public supper from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Sorrento-Sullivan Recreation Center. The supper is designed to benefit the Raymond Hardison family, whose home was damaged by a recent fire. Read More
    ROCKLAND — Knox County deputies Wednesday investigated a report that a Warren man dropped a friend off at work in Rockland on Sunday, left his vehicle’s engine running, but never returned home. The Knox County Sheriff’s Department said Todd Cochran, 27, left his home about… Read More
    BUCKSPORT — The Bucksport Senior Citizen Center on Broadway Extension off Nicholas Avenue will be the scene of a public forum to address worries about the rising costs of prescription medication and the effects on the elderly. The forum will be at 1 p.m. Saturday,… Read More
    AUGUSTA — A hacker who broke into Maine’s state government Web site and posted a taunting message about lack of security may be the same person who broke into government Web sites in five other states, officials said Wednesday. “Hello! HV2k now owns you,” the… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — Hancock County commissioners have rejected all bids for electronic preservation of the thousands of documents kept in the Registry of Deeds. Percy Brown Jr., one of three commissioners on the panel, said Wednesday that the commissioners rejected the bids Tuesday because of uncertainty… Read More
    BANGOR — The City Council will revisit its Monday decision not to buy the River Dog cruise boat, according to city officials. Mayor Michael Aube said Wednesday that Friday’s special meeting was not an attempt to reverse this week’s narrow rejection of the vessel’s purchase… Read More
    Lee Academy First quarter honor roll Seniors, high honors: Vicki Peters; honors: Jennifer Bradford, Joanne Coffin, Kimberly Downs, Allison Fogg, Misti Gray, Stephanie Gwozdz, Dale Newell, Amanda Noble, Gary Scott, Sara Shorey and Dorothy Sibley. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]];… Read More
    FARMINGTON — A Farmington woman has died in a Lewiston hospital of injuries suffered in a collision last week on U.S. Route 2. Donna Wuori, 56, who died Tuesday at Central Maine Medical Center, was the driver of a sedan that collided Friday with a… Read More
    PORTLAND — Six years’ worth of water quality data collected by more than 200 volunteers will serve as the basis for a new study of Casco Bay. The $30,000 study is designed to identify long-term trends regarding water quality and help communities take steps to… Read More
    PORTLAND — Fleet Bank has been named the No. 1 U.S. Small Business Administration lender in Maine, based on the SBA fiscal year October 1998 through September 1999. Overall, Fleet approved 928 loans, committing $76.1 million to small businesses in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut,… Read More
    “Men only die when there is no one to evoke their memory among the living.” Frank Carlotti, USMC 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++) {… Read More
    AUGUSTA — When he seeks re-election next year, Sen. John Nutting says he will likely sign up for public financing for his campaign, relieving him of the time-consuming task of raising money privately. “Then you can concentrate on getting your message out to the voters… Read More
    UNITY — A series of workshops on logging with horses is planned this weekend. The workshops will be Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 13-14, at the Common Ground Education Center in Unity. They are open to people with a practical interest in logging with horses. Space… Read More
    AUGUSTA — Moosehead Manufacturing of Dover-Foxcroft and Monson has been named Employer of the Year by the New England Training and Employment Council. NETEC is a membership organization of the region’s work force development state agencies and service providers which promotes best practices, recognizes exemplary… Read More
    HERSEY — An Illinois hunter died Wednesday afternoon from injuries he suffered when he fell while putting up a tree stand. The victim, Gary Fader, 50, of Auburn, Ill., and a companion were installing steps for the stand at about 1 p.m., in preparation for… Read More
    AUGUSTA — Speaking through his Augusta attorney, the man charged with shooting a bald eagle in northwestern Maine said Wednesday he didn’t do it and that he will fight the charges in court. Leland Weymouth, 60, a former Mainer who retired in Nevada, was charged… Read More
    It is a research project, writes Ilan Greenberg in the MIT magazine Technology Review, that even the most dedicated must find hard to take. The University of California at Los Angeles Dental School is testing remedies for chronic halitosis, or bad breath. The efficacy of… Read More
    BANGOR — Bangor took top honors among metropolitan areas with less than 100,000 population in the special millennium edition of Macmillan’s Places Rated Almanac, a guide to finding the best places to live in the United States and Canada. Bangor also ranked first in the… Read More
    GARDINER — The Maine Board of Pharmacy has found that the pharmacy director at Maine Medical Center violated a record-keeping regulation. But the board on Tuesday dismissed 11 more serious allegations against William Gousse III, who was called before the board to explain how thousands… Read More
    HERMON — Michael Collins, a neuropsychologist specializing in sports-related brain injuries, will be the featured speaker during a three-day workshop on concussions sponsored by the Brain Injury Association of Maine. The workshops will be held Nov. 17 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Hermon… Read More
    ORLAND — A 66-year-old man was killed in a single-car accident as he left his summer home in eastern Maine for North Carolina. Robert Carins lost control of his Jeep and crashed on Route 175 in Orland Wednesday after leaving his home on Little Deer… Read More
    As people throughout the world celebrate peace this year while others struggle to stop years of strife and war, it will be meaningful once again to pause this Veterans Day to ponder the holiday’s origins and remember its true significance. Congress voted Armistice Day as… Read More
    PUH-LEEZE. Twice in one week proposals to lure more recreational vehicles to coastal Maine have nearly run me off the road, pun intended. Not that I have anything personal against those humongous houses on wheels; some very good people dwell and drive within. But the… Read More
    When Phil Lesh decided to start a new group, the longtime Grateful Dead bassist didn’t stray very far from what he knew. Phil Lesh and Friends, which opens tonight for Bob Dylan at the Augusta Civic Center, uses primarily Grateful Dead tunes as a repertory… Read More
    Angus King is the coolest governor. Says who? Says none other than the gaggle of high-tech gurus who flocked to Maine recently for the third annual Camden Technology Conference — Pop!Tech, an exploration of popular culture in the digital age. From all walks of life… Read More
    A business page article published Nov. 9 listed an incorrect phone number to call for a Business and Professional Women’s free resource guide to “Working Through Menopause.” The correct number is 1-877-986-9679. —- A story on page B3 in Wednesday’s editions regarding the Piscataquis County… Read More
    Cibo Matto is anything but typical. Mixing jazz horns, funky fuzz bass, heavy-metal guitars, phat beats and rap with pop melodies, this ultrahip downtown band has been wowing critics and fans since its debut album, “Viva! La Woman,” hit in 1996. Rarely does a band… Read More
    Someone once said that the long-running hit musical “Annie” was critic-proof. That is a good thing, since I know a few critics and, well, I’m not one. Despite that, however, there I was last Sunday night in the critic’s chair at the Maine Center for… Read More
    Often referred to as the “thinking man’s rock band,” LIVE has shown much growth (spiritual, intellectual and musical) over the course of its years together. Having gone from humble beginnings in York, Pa., as Public Affection, to landing on the covers of Rolling Stone and Spin magazines, these… Read More