HIGH SCHOOL Penobscot Valley Conference All-Stars Girls Tennis C first team singles – 1. Robin Sewall (Orono), 2. Amy Mickel (Sumner), 3. Lindsay Hamlin (Penquis); doubles: 1. Elisa Oberman-Kirsten Austin (Sumner), 2. Brooke Turner-Lisa Taylor (Mattanawcook Academy) googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes… Read More
    The Maine Novas U-18 girls soccer team, fresh off their Dartmouth Cup Championship, won the 2000 Snickers State Cup played at Colby College in Waterville. The Novas defeated the defending state champion Southern Maine Premier Extreme 1-0 and 3-2, earning the state championship and a… Read More
    HERMON – A $1 million hole-in-one contest is one of the activities which will take place Saturday as several golf equipment manufacturers hold a demonstration day at XL Golf from 12:30-3 p.m. Callaway, Titleist, Taylor Made, and Ping are among the companies which will have… Read More
    CALAIS – When Calais freshman Crystal Martin connected with the first pitch Washington Academy of East Machias’ Katie Kurz tossed in the bottom of the 10th inning Tuesday, she thought she had hit into a sure out. But the ball took flight and dropped well… Read More
    Scott Lynch, a three-sport performer at Calais High School, and his family first learned he had a kidney ailment when he was 3 years old. They didn’t learn exactly what it was and how serious it was until 14 months ago. googletag.cmd.push(function () { //… Read More
    For 20 years he worked at Providence College. He was hockey head coach for 15 years and was athletic director for five. He was a primary force in the forming of Hockey East, the league in which Maine has done so well. John McMullen, the… Read More
    OK, Bucko, it’s been cold and rainy. The sun only shines long enough to make the dandelions grow, but not dry the lawn. When there finally is a chance to get the mower out, it’s not unusual to have something break and put your machinery… Read More
    GUILFORD – High school baseball coaches preach a common theme when the season reaches its single-elimination June climax. Save nothing, they’ll tell you. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var i =… Read More
    Lisbon High School ace Jeremy Shorey, chosen by Baseball America magazine to be selected in the first five rounds of the Major League draft, was finally selected in the 21st round by the Milwaukee Brewers on day two of the draft Tuesday. He was the 621st player selected. Read More
    WINSLOW – Mylie Collins’ one- out single in the top of the seventh drove in Kelsey Bryant and proved to be the game-winner as sixth- seeded Belfast upended No. 3 Wins- low 10-9 in a Class B softball quarterfinal. Belfast will take on the winner… Read More
    HOLES-IN-ONE Dick Inman BANGOR – Dick Inman of Brewer aced the 11th hole at Bangor Municipal Golf Course using a 5-iron on Tuesday. The 170-yard shot was witnessed by Dave Adams, Stan Miller and Kevin Hughes. Read More
    What a wonderful opportunity awaits children with cancer and their siblings, thanks to a program of the American Cancer Society and a generous donation from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation. The American Cancer Society’s Camp Rainbow runs from Saturday, June 24, to Friday, June… Read More
    ROCKLAND — A Tenants Harbor couple, who have been in jail for nearly three months pending bail for alleged sexual abuse of their daughter, were indicted by a grand jury Tuesday on a combined 304 counts, including gross sexual assaults and unlawful sexual contacts. Maurice… Read More
    MARION TOWNSHIP — Composted salmon and blueberry waste from Washington County is such a hit with gardeners from Maine to Pennsylvania that county commissioners are receiving a $216,557 state grant to expand the operation. The commissioners lease 5 acres of county-owned land in Marion Township… Read More
    MADAWASKA — The Maine Department of Transportation would need $1.5 billion to bring the state’s transportation infrastructure up to modern road standards, the state’s commissioner of transportation said Monday night. On a budget of $130 million a year in federal money, it will take years… Read More
    Former Sen. George J. Mitchell announced this week that 159 Mitchell Scholars have been named. The scholars were chosen from a pool of more than 450 applicants across the state. The scholarship, a four-year award totaling $4,000, is given to Maine residents who plan to… Read More
    PORTLAND — Michael Liberty, one of Maine’s most prominent financiers, faces two lawsuits over money he allegedly owes to a Maine public relations firm and a company in Maryland. DW Communications Group Inc. of Portland claims that Liberty refuses to pay $46,000 he owes for… Read More
    WASHINGTON — An additional five libraries and 20 schools in Maine will share more than $231,663 in funding under the E-rate program, according to members of Maine’s congressional delegation. Maine has received a total of $8,502,791 since the program began in 1998. This is the eighth wave of… Read More
    LEWISTON — Maine authorities have officially unveiled a task force to deal with the dark side of the information age by helping officers track the increasing number of crimes involving computers and cyberspace. The Maine Computer Crimes Task Force held a news conference at its… Read More
    BANGOR — Robert Ragozzino has a love-hate relationship with the 1942 Boeing Stearman biplane he’s about to fly around the world. “It’s like a spoiled child — it gets everything it wants, whatever it takes. And it’s no Cadillac — flying it is like like… Read More
    ALFRED — York County commissioners have received four sealed bids for the dilapidated York County Jail dating from 1868 and plan to examine them at a meeting Wednesday. Officials say a sale would have the double benefit of sparing taxpayers the cost of demolition and… Read More
    OXFORD — A scholarship foundation for needy students has received a second anonymous check for $1 million. “This is wonderful, simply wonderful,” said Bill Medd, chairman of the Oxford Hills Scholarship Foundation. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes =… Read More
    PORTLAND — Mainers will have a chance to learn more about the effects of legalizing assisted suicide when an expert talks Friday about the effects of a similar law passed in Oregon. Dr. Katrina Hedberg, Oregon’s state epidemiologist, is one guest at a conference the… Read More
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    BANGOR — The United States Department of Education has awarded a $221,705 grant to the University of Maine, according to U.S. Rep. John Baldacci. It is anticipated that this is the first installment of a three-year funding package totaling more than $650,000. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
    ST. AGATHA — Wisdom High School was evacuated, searched and cleared for the resumption of classes today after a bomb-threat message was found in the girls restroom at about 8 a.m. Tuesday. It was the first bomb threat in the history of the school district,… Read More
    PORTLAND — Anthem Insurance Cos. of Indiana has completed its acquisition of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Maine. The new company, known as Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, is the state’s largest health insurer. With its affiliates, Maine Partners Health Plan, Central Maine… Read More
    DOVER-FOXCROFT — Michael Reed, charged in connection with the shooting death of a Monson girl in February, was arrested Saturday for five other violations, including operating under the influence of intoxicants and possession of a usable amount of marijuana. The Monson man also was charged… Read More
    Lilian Lo’s face lights up and her gestures become animated as she describes the cuisine of Sampan Grill, the unique restaurant that she and her husband, Victor, recently opened. “Very fresh ingredients, eclectic and contemporary tastes and elegant presentation,” she sums up. “Our food has… Read More
    The thrill (of the grill) is back Fret not, barbecue buffs. If you’re concerned that your grilling habits may have cancerous consequences, the American Institute for Cancer Research has good news. Marinating meat, poultry and seafood reduces carcinogens formed during grilling. AICR says this works… Read More
    Joel Parkes in his May 5 commentary points out some of the problems facing the well-intentioned advocates of merit pay for teachers. As a retired teacher with 26 years experience in Maine schools, I know where he’s coming from. I am in favor of merit pay, but I… Read More
    The people of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals — PETA — have motives that no doubt are pure, but their methods need work. The group’s annual costumed protests at the Rockland Lobster Festival have only increased the public appetite for steamed shellfish; it’s anti-milk “Got Beer?”… Read More
    The University of Maine System seems to be attempting to play some kind of joke on its 2,200 professional and clerical employees, but we aren’t laughing. As one employee who has been shocked, angered and saddened by some of the false and misleading statements I have read in… Read More
    With technology, geography no longer matters. The vanishing old economy will be replaced by one even better. Business tax breaks actually can help create new jobs. Just when these oft-heard reassurances were in danger of becoming broken promises, along comes Putnam Investments. The announcement by… Read More
    On May 26, The Washington Post ran a front-page story that began, “You didn’t realize that Gore won the election?” Staff writer Bob Kaiser went on to describe the 2000 presidential race as a mere “technicality” because Gore made the “clever decision to run in the midst of… Read More
    In response to the May 24 commentary, “Death with dignity opponents misguided,” by Ethel Schwalbe, it would be better stated that the “Death with Dignity Act” is misguided. At the very least, it is potentially harmful. Probably the most concerning problem is the inability to… Read More
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    ELLSWORTH — A craft and story day will be held at the Ellsworth Public Library beginning at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 17. The craft and story time will be led by Kathy Geerhart of Eden’s Garden of Jazmine. Participants will create a mosaic made with… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — The Down East YMCA will offer baseball and softball programs this summer for boys and girls 4-12 years old. The leagues focus on basic fundamentals of the game and maintain an emphasis on fun. There will be travel leagues for children ages 10-12,… Read More
    CASTINE — Blue Hill Memorial Hospital and Castine Women’s Club have planned a heart health informational session to begin at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 13, at the Castine Unitarian Church. The program is one in a series of Heart Smart 2000 events. Dr. Majorie Olivari,… Read More
    DEXTER — SAD 46 Adult and Community Education will hold a state-approved certified medication aide class from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting Sept. 12, at Dexter Regional High School. Candidates must be listed in the Maine CNA Registry and have been employed… Read More
    ELLSWORTH — A local Scottish band will perform a concert to benefit The Next Step Domestic Violence Program beginning at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 10, at the gazebo at the waterfront park. Proceeds from the West Eden Highlanders performance will be used to help people… Read More
    DYER BROOK — Voters in the Southern Aroostook Community School District approved their 2000-2001 budget during a 15-minute meeting Monday night, according to Superintendent Terry Comeau. About 22 district residents showed up for the annual session, Comeau said Tuesday. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
    MOUNT DESERT — The American Red Cross Baby Sitter Training Course will be offered at MDI Hospital 8:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, June 20 and 21. The course will teach participants the responsibilities and qualities of being good baby sitters. Students will… Read More
    WATERVILLE — Charlie Gaunce has announced he is running as a Republican candidate for the Maine Senate representing District 14. Gaunce lists economic development, lowering the tax burden and improving education as issues of concern. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]];… Read More
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    NEWPORT — John T. Burgess has announced his intention to run as the Democratic candidate in House District 125. Burgess lists among his issues of concern education, agriculture, affordable health care and economic development. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var… Read More
    PERRY — With the aim of improving educational opportunities, two neighboring towns are exploring the possibility of consolidating their elementary schools. For years, the state has encouraged small communities to consolidate. The Perry and Robbinston school committees met a few weeks ago to discuss such… Read More
    ROCKLAND — An Appleton man who apparently went into diabetic shock Tuesday caused a chain of accidents, which included backing into a police cruiser and nearly hitting a house. Christopher Griffin, 21, was driving a 1992 Ford Probe when the series of accidents began around… Read More
    ORONO — On Wednesday, June 14, Orono schools will follow the normal full-day schedule. There will not be a mini-Wednesday at Asa Adams, and both kindergarten sessions will be dismissed according to the regular full-day schedule. On Friday, June 16, the middle school will be… Read More
    Anyone reading the June 5 article about James Gerard and his illness who still thinks it’s OK to spend billions of dollars on space travel and experimentation, who thinks it’s OK to send billions of dollars to foreign countries to perpetuate their wars, needs to set different priorities. Read More
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    Last year I wrote a letter to the Bangor Daily News concerning Bangor city sidewalks, hoping to catch the attention of a few city councilors. As you can see, it has not happened yet. Today I spoke with our Public Works Department and was told… Read More
    Recently the BDN published a column concerning a civil suit being brought against Great Northern Paper Inc., et al. by the Millinocket Fin and Feather Club, apparently for breach of contract. In 1993 the F&FC signed an agreement with GNP to withdraw from its intervenor status against the… Read More
    ROCKLAND — The Knox County Superior Court grand jury issued indictments Tuesday for crimes that included escape from prison, burglary, theft and drug-related offenses. The charges, which followed a 1 1/2-day-long secret session, included no secret indictments and no no-bills. No-bills are cases presented to… Read More
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    A Bangor woman and her teen-age daughter were arrested Monday night after it was reported they took several items, including a puppy, from a neighbor’s apartment. Donna Jean Celino, 38, and her 16-year-old daughter were both charged with burglary and criminal mischief in connection with… Read More
    BANGOR — City staff and representatives of the disabled community will continue to hold meetings about pedestrian safety issues in order to help the city make decisions about improvements that will start this year. City councilors on the municipal operations committee made that decision Tuesday,… Read More
    ORRINGTON — Residents adopted a combined annual budget of $6.1 million for the year during their town meeting Monday. During the meeting, voters approved a $4.6 million school budget and a municipal budget of $1.5 million. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes =… Read More
    EDDINGTON — Though she wasn’t there to witness it, Eddington Town Manager Pamela Violette on Tuesday night was the subject of a groundswell of support from residents concerned about her recent decision to resign. More than 30 residents crammed into the town office to express… Read More
    LINCOLN — Residents of Chester, Lincoln and Mattawamkeag will learn more about SAD 67’s proposed $8.3 million budget during informational meetings next week. The meetings are designed to provide district voters with information before they decide the fate of the budget proposal during a daylong… Read More
    BANGOR — The planning board voted 5-0 on Tuesday to approve a site plan for Pacific Investments Inc. to fill and grade land where horses will be exercised. Andy Sturgeon of The Ames Corp. told the board that William Varney, owner of the property, had… Read More
    Clare Tomlinson’s letter (BDN, June 2) explains so simply the results of mass immigration that I did some research on the subject. We contacted the Federation for American Immigration Reform, a Washington think tank, which also referred us to Mainers for Immigration Reform, a state organization. Read More
    GREENVILLE — Residents approved funds Monday for the construction of a new public works garage and recycling center and for a study of renovation or expansion options for the municipal building. For the second consecutive year, residents at the annual town meeting adopted town and… Read More
    ROCKLAND — SAD 5 voters will face an $11.2 million budget when they go to the polls June 13, a figure that reflects a 6.6 percent increase over last year’s budget. The proposed budget adds several positions within the district, including a full-time curriculum and… Read More
    CALAIS — Citing an increase in operating costs, a private ambulance service has notified several Washington County communities it serves that they will have to pay an annual fee for the first time. One town that now pays about $15,000 a year is being asked… Read More
    CARIBOU — The following divorces were granted in May in Aroostook County Superior Court and 1st District Court on the grounds of irreconcilable marital differences: David G. Perry and Ronda Perry, both of Presque Isle, married in Presque Isle on Aug. 19, 1995. googletag.cmd.push(function ()… Read More
    PITTSFIELD — After more than a year of intensive work by a committee of volunteers, planning board members and a hired consultant, the Town Council adopted new land use ordinances that mesh with Pittsfield’s comprehensive plan. The ordinances came in four parts: zoning, flood plain… Read More
    BELFAST — The following cases were heard in Waldo County Superior Court: Jesse Hall, 23, of Belfast pleaded guilty to a charge of gross sexual assault and was sentenced to six years in prison, all but 18 months suspended, and four years probation. googletag.cmd.push(function ()… Read More
    Larry Hallowell, principal of Washburn District High School, has announced honor parts for the Class of 2000. Melissa Ann Jordan, daughter of Sam Jordan and Carol Mahoney of Washburn, is the valedictorian. Melissa’s activities throughout her high school career include: National Honor Society, president; student… Read More