AUGUSTA – For the fourth consecutive month, Maine’s unemployment rate – 4.3 percent – rose in September, an increase the King administration attributed to the souring economy. September’s rate was 0.3 percentage point higher than the figure for August and a full percentage point higher… Read More
    In the wake of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, Americans are opening their hearts and wallets to help the nation recover. But despite the horrible nature of the tragedy and the goodness of so many Americans who want to help,… Read More
    After reading that few Maine law enforcement are trained for terrorism (BDN, Oct. 8), I would like to provide insight on how the Israeli police prepares for terrorism. The Israeli police utilizes specialized units and preventive measures as means to deter terrorism. One specialized police… Read More
    I read Gary Parent’s column on airport screeners (BDN, Oct. 12) with great interest. Security screeners, in these times of crisis, are no doubt the most important function of an airport. The low pay and large turnover of security screeners is a nationwide problem. The… Read More
    As your mayor in 1984, I have never forgotten the tragedy we witnessed when a young man was thrown off the Kenduskeag Stream brudge to his death by other teens, due to his “differences” as they perceived it. Five weeks ago, we all witnessed massive… Read More
    My thinking about guns has not changed as a result of the terrorist acts on American soil. George Fogg’s conclusion (BDN, Oct, 16) that we must all have guns to protect ourselves would only add instability to a society that is already on edge. A… Read More
    Starting about three years ago, a new building was started on Charleston hill for a juvenile detention center. Having had a few buildings constructed, I was very interested and astonished with the slow progress. Slow progress in an industrial situation generally means unacceptably high expense. Nevertheless, we now… Read More
    I applaud Arthur Greif’s excellent piece on Islamic history (BDN, Oct. 15). Among other points, Greif calls for the dismantling of the Jewish settlements established by Israel in the West Bank and Gaza Strip since 1967 and the establishment of a Palestinian state in those areas next to… Read More
    Ten million dollars sounded like a wonderfully generous contribution to former Mayor Rudolph Giuliani’s charity to benefit survivors of uniformed workers who died in the attack on the World Trade Center. The donor, a Saudi Arabian prince who is No. 6 on the Forbes list of the world’s… Read More
    While Prince Alwaleed’s gift wasn’t warmly received in New York, terror relief funds there are approaching $1 billion, a monumental expression of generosity and empathy from donors worldwide. But just as the donations to the victims and their families of the attack will be badly needed this year… Read More
    Fourth in a series. On Sunday, Oct. 7, Osama bin Laden said it soft and clear, at least clear to Muslims: “What America is tasting now is only a copy of what we have tasted. Our Islamic nation has been tasting the same for more… Read More
    Groundwater levels and stream flows are reaching record lows in some parts of the state, according to experts, who say this year is one of the 10 driest in the last century. Without substantial rain before the ground freezes, officials worry that more drinking water… Read More
    Bangor police investigated a theft reported Sunday afternoon by a clerk at a Stillwater Avenue convenience store. The incident occurred about 1 p.m., when an unidentified male customer entered Stillwater Convenience, 340 Stillwater Ave., to buy four packages of cigarettes and a newspaper worth a… Read More
    ELLSWORTH – A Maine Driving Dynamics course will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, and Wednesday, Nov. 8, at Ellsworth High School. The course covers crash-avoidance techniques with everyday driving situations through films, lectures and discussions. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
    FRANKLIN – The Hancock County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a possible burglary Sunday on Grist Mill Road in which a firearm may have been taken. Deputy Alan Brown said that someone went into the home of Brian and Donna Abbott between 11 a.m. and noon… Read More
    MADAWASKA – Madawaska Elementary School teacher Gina Jandreau knew she had a winning class project. She just had to convince representatives at National Semiconductor. And convince them she did. Last week, at a special school assembly Jandreau was presented the computer technology giant’s Internet Innovator… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE – The University of Maine at Presque Isle will be host of a women’s rights celebration from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, in the library conference room. The gathering will focus on the efforts women have gone through to achieve human… Read More
    CARIBOU – Cary Medical Center will hold its 21st annual health fair at the hospital from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4. The highlight of this year’s event will be an open house for the new Magnetic Imaging Center, which has been in development over the… Read More
    ROCKPORT – Like it or not, the long, cold winter months loom. But for many, winter doesn’t signal the end of physical activity, which is just what the MidCoast Recreation Center is banking on. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var… Read More
    ELLSWORTH – The reason multiunit housing cannot be constructed on a State Street property is because the new zoning for that property does not allow it, according to the appeals board chairman. The appeals board decided last week that Patrick Jordan cannot build two six-unit… Read More
    PORTLAND – The City Council has passed a measure prohibiting the display of snakes on or anywhere near public property. Councilors believe the mere presence of snakes, especially big ones, poses a threat to public safety. They’re concerned, in particular, about pedestrians in the busy… Read More
    ENFIELD – The SAD 31 board has asked state education officials to consider reapportioning the panel. Superintendent Keith Cook said the selectmen’s request seemed reasonable in light of the new census information. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes =… Read More
    The way Mary Sullivan of Bangor tells it, the All Saints Catholic School Scholarship Super Supper is quite an experience. Not only is it a great way to help support this institution, but it’s a wonderful evening full of lively entertainment, many chances to win… Read More
    GORHAM – One person was killed and two others were critically injured when a Jeep Wrangler that was passing a truck and a school bus collided with an oncoming minivan, authorities said. The accident happened Friday night at the intersection of Route 114 and Farm… Read More
    The Army Aviation Support Facility in Bangor is among the recipients of funding from a $10.5 billion military construction bill approved by Congress earlier this month The measure includes a total of $93.6 million in funding for projects in Maine. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define… Read More
    GARDINER – The Gardiner Paperboard mill shut its doors Thursday, putting 40 people out of work and idling the 125-year-old mill. Fred G. von Zuben, president of The Newark Group, the mill’s parent company, said the mill has been operating at reduced capacity for several… Read More
    DOVER, N.H.- A 21-year-old Maine man was arrested Sunday night and charged in the beating death of another man in Dover. Police have charged Daniel Murphy of Eliot, Maine, with second-degree assault in the death of Thomas Janelle, 29, of Dover. Prosecutors have ruled the… Read More
    GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Mike Morrison has never suffered from a lack of confidence even though he has been a backup goalie for virtually his entire career at the University of Maine. He also enjoys playing road games. In front of a packed house at… Read More
    ORONO – Villanova’s Brian Westbrook, who eclipsed the Atlantic 10’s career all-purpose yardage record Saturday at 8,603, is almost unstoppable. When Villanova’s elusive senior back left Saturday’s game against Maine with an ankle injury five minutes into the second half, the Black Bears took advantage. Read More
    HAMPDEN – It started in the same way that many of Hampden’s chances started in Saturday’s Class A divisional crossover semifinal against Oxford Hills. A well-placed kick from midfield. A cross from the wing. A shot on goal. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
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    CASTINE – Spencer Ingraham ran for 159 yards and three touchdowns as Salve Regina beat Maine Maritime 36-20 on Saturday. Salve Regina never trailed after Ingraham put the team on the scoreboard with a 17-yard run in the first quarter. Later, he scored on runs… Read More
    BANGOR – Sports superstitions come in a variety of forms. Find a penny, you’re guaranteed a win. See a black cat cross your path on the way to a meet? Trouble awaits. At least, that’s what people will have you believe. googletag.cmd.push(function () { //… Read More
    Naval historians tell us that four people died when 50 passengers on the steamer Castine were thrown into the sea on June 8, 1935, when the idling boat was smashed against a ledge by ocean swells. Legend has it that the accident, which signaled the end of the… Read More
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