FRANKLIN – When the new moon rises in June, thousands of prehistoric creatures emerge from the depths of the sea, their heavy armor clanking as they clamor over one another in the shallows of Taunton Bay. There they mate, leaving hundreds of thousands of green eggs in the… Read More
    WASHINGTON – Joining school administrators, Sen. Susan Collins reiterated longtime support Thursday for making sure that Washington provides full funding to federally mandated programs that help students with disabilities learn to their full potential. At a Capitol Hill press conference Thursday morning held to unveil… Read More
    WASHINGTON – Appearing before a key U.S. Senate committee on Thursday, Maine elementary school teacher Trisha Rhodes spoke in support of federally funded reading programs striving to assist students to learn to read as early as possible. Addressing the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor,… Read More
    Medicaid now insures more than 200,000 people in Maine, and more than half of them are children, the Maine Department of Human Services announced Thursday. The program has grown by about 50,000 people since 1998 – and 30,000 of the new enrollees are children. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    NEWRY – American Skiing Co. reported Thursday that its earnings more than tripled during the third quarter compared to a year ago when the company faced a number of costly one-time charges. The ski resort operator posted net income of $26.4 million, or 83 cents… Read More
    MILLINOCKET – Lack of orders has prompted Great Northern Paper Inc. to shut down two of the older paper machines in the Millinocket paper mill again. The temporary production curtailment will affect about 60 people, who had returned to their jobs Monday after a two-week… Read More
    There are around 535,000 career military members who are drawing VA disability compensation for their service-connected disabilities. This is while they were on active duty. The money these veterans receive for their service- connected disabilities comes from offsetting their military retirement dollar for dollar. They… Read More
    The conservative view that states should be free to make their own decisions regardless of what the federal government wants has led four members of the Supreme Court to condemn the trend and some liberal groups to fret about the potential loss of civil rights. But if the… Read More
    The Fourth of July is America’s birthday; today, June 14, is the birthday of the American flag. It was on this date in 1777 that the Continental Congress adopted Betsy Ross’ design for a national flag. “Resolved: that the flag of the United States be thirteen stripes, alternate… Read More
    We write to recognize the excellent work of Rep. Brian Duprey during the second regular session of the 120th Legislature. Rep. Duprey represents District 114, including Dixmont, Hampden and Newburgh. As a legislator and member of the Hampden Town Council, Rep. Duprey understands the necessity… Read More
    I wonder how many of the citizens of Levant realize we’re about to lose our administrative assistant, Ava Bubar? She has been our greatest asset for the past 10 years. Not only is the women dedicated to her job, but she is knowledgeable in her work. Read More
    As business people, we find it unfortunate that the developer Widewaters took the city of Bangor to court last year to appeal the Bangor Planning Board’s denial of their proposed Wal-Mart Supercenter adjacent to the Penjajawoc Marsh, the No. 1 freshwater marsh in Maine. As the Planning Board… Read More
    Nine months since the terrorist attacks, and still few substantive steps have been taken to prevent the next. Color codes and Cabinet shuffles only obscure realities. Jimmy Carter pointed the way in a recent New York Times op-ed; Israel must be made to respect agreements… Read More
    I really do not like to vote against most educational bonds. So I voted yes on Question 2. But this is the last time I will vote yes if they continue putting so many diverse items in one bond issue. They put items that wouldn’t… Read More
    Every time we came up Interstate 95, I’d see the 106 mile marker where the old toll booth was, and then the very next mile marker said 103, and on up. So, finally they changed the mile markers from Augusta up and now, right after… Read More
    The Maine technology initiative has proved to be both a very exciting and a very controversial plan. Many critics of the laptop proposal have questioned its cost and its usefulness. In particular, many recent comments have appeared either expressing the difficulties of getting middle school students to treat… Read More
    BANGOR – A former radio talk show host will revamp his call-in format for television. “So Goes the Nation,” hosted by Charles Horne, will air from 6 to 9 a.m. weekdays on Channel 30 beginning Monday, June 17. Adelphia Cable subscribers will be able to watch the show… Read More
    AUGUSTA – East Machias municipal officials left the State House happier than when they arrived Thursday after Gov. Angus King agreed not to use his statutory power to clear the way for a controversial salmon weir on the East Machias River. King asked to meet… Read More
    BANGOR – Authorities are investigating a methadone-related overdose in the Bangor area, including looking into who supplied the 20-year-old man with the prescription medication used to treat opiate addiction. Investigators aren’t releasing the name of the youth but said Thursday he was suffering serious health… Read More
    PORTLAND – A 16-year-old Augusta girl was the victim of Maine’s first fatal moose-car collision this year. The Maine State Police said Mallory Dulak died Thursday morning at Maine Medical Center. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = [];… Read More
    DEER ISLE – Island voters Wednesday quickly approved the $5.3 million school budget for the 2002-03 school year, raising few questions about the expenditures but raising concerns about state funding for education. With the state facing revenue shortfalls, residents worried that solutions to that budget… Read More
    The following divorces were granted recently in 1st District Court in Caribou on grounds of irreconcilable differences: Robert David Blakely of Dover-Foxcroft and June Blakely of Caribou, married June 27, 1998, at Monterey, Calif.; two children will live with father. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define… Read More
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    Easton High School EASTON – Following is a list of scholarships awarded to seniors at Easton High School: 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
    STETSON – The Stetson Union Church will hold fund-raising activities Saturday, June 15, at the new church lot near Larry’s Stop & Talk. An auction at 10 a.m. will feature everything from travel items to firewood and a quilt. The East Wind Gospel Quartet will… Read More
    PITTSFIELD – Sign-up for all summer recreation programs will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, in the downstairs chambers of the Pittsfield Town Office. The following programs will be offered: . Swimming lessons will be held in the morning, with free… Read More
    PITTSFIELD – Although Scott and Tammy Dyer purchased the former Mill Pond Deli and Market on Tuesday morning with the intent of opening a quilt and fabric shop, it may be months before their plans become a reality. “Right now we both have full-time jobs,”… Read More
    THORNDIKE – The 11th annual Thorndike schools reunion will be held beginning at 11 a.m. Sunday, July 14, at the town office. The reunion will begin with a social hour, followed by a potluck lunch at noon. A business meeting will be held at 1… Read More
    SOUTHWEST HARBOR – Pemetic Elementary School pupils can trash their outdated math books next fall when teachers implement one of the top new math programs in the country. The school board, after hearing a presentation Wednesday from Principal Arthur Reed III and math teacher Andy… Read More
    WINTER HARBOR – Voters at the annual town meeting Wednesday night approved a municipal budget of more than $1 million and amended the general development zone in the village, according to a town official. Winter Harbor Town Manager Roger Barto said Thursday that the approved… Read More
    MEDWAY – The town won’t have to call another municipal election. John Farrington, who on Tuesday was elected to a three-year term on the Board of Selectmen with four write-in votes, has agreed to serve. He was officially sworn in Thursday. Read More
    BANGOR – The 84th annual American Legion state convention opens today and runs through Sunday with several thousand Legion members, Ladies Auxiliary members and Sons of the Legion expected to converge on the Queen City. Activities begin at noon at the Bangor Civic Center with… Read More
    BELFAST – People parking downtown better keep track of the time come Monday because the city’s new parking officers will be on the beat. Police Chief Allen Weaver said two part-time parking officers will be on foot patrol downtown from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Read More
    HOWLAND – Later this month, residents of the eight towns served by SAD 31 will have the opportunity to get more information on a proposed new high school. SAD 31 school officials and members of the high school building committee will present plans and information… Read More
    MEDWAY – Breaking a 40-year tradition, Medway and East Millinocket no longer will have a high school tuition agreement after June 30. By a vote of 17-14, residents opposed a new five-year high school tuition agreement with the neighboring town of East Millinocket during Wednesday’s… Read More
    CALAIS – Washington County Technical College has developed a seven-day, three-credit summer program in response to a new state law requiring the teaching of Maine American Indian history and culture in the state’s schools. The mandate takes effect Sept. 1, 2004. The law established a… Read More
    CALAIS – Looking for something to do with your children this weekend? You could take them fishing. The fifth annual Children’s Fishing Derby begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Cobscook Bay State Park headquarters pond in the Edmunds Division off U.S. Route… Read More
    YORK – A man in his mid-20s remained at large Thursday after a bank robbery at the town’s Maine Bank and Trust, police said. The man entered the bank late Wednesday morning and handed the teller a note demanding money, said Lt. Robert Scamman of… Read More
    LITTLE ROCK – A transient couple accused of killing their infant daughter and leaving her body in a plastic container in a camper-trailer were returned to Arkansas on Thursday to face murder charges. Jason Hann and Krissy Werntz were taken from the Cumberland County Jail… Read More
    TOWNSHIP 7 RANGE 14 – A 36-year-old New Jersey man is being held in the Piscataquis County Jail after he allegedly pulled a gun on a vacationing New York City policeman Wednesday in the deep woods northwest of Millinocket. State Trooper Mark Poulin said Theodore… Read More
    Today is Flag Day, and here in Maine as well as across the country people are gathering to participate in ceremonies celebrating the Stars and Stripes. According to the Internet, Flag Day originated in the late 1800s when several individuals and organizations urged people to… Read More
    EASTPORT – Brian Schuth and Jonathan Sisson will read from “Ulysses” at 7 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at the Eastport Arts Center. June 16, also known as Bloomsday, marks the 98th anniversary of the day James Joyce’s epic novel “Ulysses” takes place. The event will… Read More
    BANGOR – Dirigo Girls State will be held at Husson College from June 16 to 21. The opening-night speaker for the 56th Dirigo Girls State will be Sen. Susan Collins. Dr. Bill Manning of Arizona, Tim Wilson of the Seeds of Peace program and several… Read More
    Bobby Walker is into his fifth decade of service to Oxford Plains Speedway. And the 57-year-old OPS track announcer and communications director isn’t going anywhere any time soon. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner =… Read More
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    ORONO – Scott Hobbs was named the University of Maine’s Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance during the 2001-02 school year. Hobbs worked the previous year at Niagara, serving as a compliance office intern. He completed hardship, medical and transfer requirement waivers. He also wrote an… Read More
    ORONO – University of Maine sophomore righthander Mike Collar was selected to the America Baseball Coaches Association/Rawlings All-Northeast Region team, announced Thursday. Collar, a graduate of Scarborough High School, finished the season with an 8-4 record with a 4.35 ERA over 82.2 innings in 15… Read More
    BREWER – Aaron Largay drove in four runs with a triple and a single Thursday night to lead Brewer to a 13-3 victory over Bangor in the season-opener of the Bay Area League. League games are played with the traditional wooden bats. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
    The best runner Maine has ever produced will run the first leg at 8 a.m. today. A large group will likely run the last, probably during the early morning hours on Monday. And in between, other fitness enthusiasts will pitch in to carry a baton… Read More
    For years, Dick Wolf’s “Law & Order” series, especially the original, have been making a ratings killing with thinly veiled recreations of real-life cases. Producing a new series about real-life cases was a natural next step for Wolf. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    Fred Eaglesmith’s commitment to an ordinary life is producing extraordinary results. The Canadian singer-songwriter, who will perform in a pair of concerts at the Neighborhood House in Northeast Harbor on Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16, has drawn musical comparisons to John Prine, Steve Earle, Tom… Read More
    Maria Testa’s father didn’t tell her much about his boyhood. Their family wasn’t the kind to sit around on a porch swing talking about the good old days. As it turns out, some of her father’s good old days weren’t so good. His father regularly… Read More
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