AUGUSTA – Maine’s ability to handle a serious accident involving hazardous materials or weapons of mass destruction will be “devastated” if President Bush’s proposed budget is approved by Congress, say state and local officials. “We will get something under $5 million under the formula change… Read More
    PORTLAND – A new study out of Norway concludes that it’s unlikely lobsters feel pain, stirring up a long-simmering debate over whether Maine’s most valuable seafood suffers when it’s being cooked. Animal activists for years have claimed that lobsters feel excruciating agony when they are… Read More
    WASHINGTON – Government scientists, concerned that two prescription creams used widely to treat eczema, a common skin condition, may increase the risk of certain cancers, especially among children, will propose adding strong new warnings to the product labels. A handful of cases of cancer have… Read More
    All families of the 152nd are invited to participate in the Penobscot River Winterfest, scheduled for next weekend in Brewer, free of cost. The weekend includes live music, a chili cook-off, ice sculptures and a children’s fair. Festivities begin Friday afternoon and run through Saturday night. For more… Read More
    GUILFORD – Pride Manufacturing Co. has announced plans to consolidate its U.S. golf tee manufacturing to its plant in Burnham. The move will increase production and employment in the Burnham facility, according to Bob Burr, president and chief executive officer of Pride. Burr said this… Read More
    Sometimes being a volunteer consumer mediation specialist, or CMS, at Northeast COMBAT can be as much of a giggle as it is a rewarding opportunity to help a consumer in need. Since COMBAT is a Maine-grown organization that helps Maine consumers, we like to say we are “neighbors… Read More
    On Feb. 4, President Bush was in Nebraska promoting his destruction of the ill-conceived Social Security Act that the Democrats and their fellow traveling Socialists passed into law in the 1930s. One woman at the meeting who is in her late 50s and has a… Read More
    University of Maine System Chancellor Joseph Westphal wants a $400 million bond over 10 years to rebuild and expand the system’s buildings and related infrastructure. Doing this, he says, will attract more students and re-searchers, create new opportunities for learning and reduce the cost of maintenance. Sounds good. Read More
    Perhaps only a Green representative would introduce a bill to “promote fairness and democracy in wildlife management.” Despite its idealistic-sounding title, a bill sponsored by John Eder, a Green from Portland, is worth discussion. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes… Read More
    The president recently un-veiled a budget that exercises fiscal restraint and safeguards future prosperity while advancing the priorities critical to Maine’s own future: health, education and prosperity. In addition to keeping American retirements viable by introducing the option of individual Social Security accounts, President Bush… Read More
    The decision to relocate to Bangor was made by the soapbox derby board as they were asked to change the dates of the event to weekends in order to avoid mounting traffic congestion problems. State and Wilson streets, the main arteries in Brewer, are most heavily traveled during… Read More
    John Buell’s op-ed piece in the Feb. 8 Bangor Daily News perceives a rise of racism and nationalism in the Netherlands. I can think of no other country which has been more accommodating to immigrants of all races and nationalities, and especially Muslims, than Holland. Read More
    Dr. Arthur M. Johnson, former University of Maine president, used to tell Maine teachers in his summer economic education workshops that “Maine’s major problem is that it has 19th century resources going into the 21st century.” In the 1970s and ’80s, Dr. Johnson’s analysis was correct, but, today,… Read More
    FORT KENT- A local snowmobiler was killed early Sunday morning when he failed to negotiate a turn on a trail and drove into a stand of trees in St. Agatha. Alex J. Erickson, 28, became the state’s sixth snowmobile fatality this season, according to Sgt. Read More
    CHERRYFIELD – You’d think Edson and Eleanor Schoppe were newlyweds, the way they spent Sunday morning enjoying a late breakfast of homemade pancakes and maple syrup. But “Ted” is 95 and his wife is 94. This Valentine’s Day marks nearly 70 years of married life. Read More
    SOUTH THOMASTON – Not long ago, 11-year-old Jacob “Jake” Paquette was sticking himself with needles eight times a day to keep his diabetes in check. Now, the South Thomaston youngster conveniently treats his disease with a computerized insulin pump the size of a pager, thanks… Read More
    ALLAGASH – Alexandra and Garrett Conover walked nearly 200 miles through all kinds of weather for 27 days to reach the confluence of the St. John and Allagash rivers. They camped in the back yard of the Allagash town office Friday night. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
    A woman had her coat pockets picked early Sunday morning at Benjamin’s on Franklin Street in Bangor while she was on the dance floor. The woman, who had left the coat unattended, noticed a man loitering near her table. When she checked her coat, she… Read More
    Houlton District Court Cases Jan. 1-31, 2005 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()) { if (slot_sizes[i][0] googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define… Read More
    ROCKLAND – The gateway to the city soon may sparkle with a rejuvenated Civil War Memorial monument, brick walkways and lush landscaping. Tonight, city councilors will vote on seeking a $10,000 grant from the Maine Department of Transportation’s Gateways Competition, which would pay for brick… Read More
    SEARSPORT – A two-vehicle crash Saturday on Route 1, east of Moose Point State Park, sent two women and three children to the hospital with minor injuries, Waldo County Sheriff’s Deputy Benjamin Seekins said Sunday. Patricia Provost, 39, and Karen Botta, 29, both of Bucksport,… Read More
    ROCKLAND – The gateway to the city soon may sparkle with a rejuvenated Civil War Memorial monument, brick walkways and lush landscaping. Tonight, city councilors will vote on seeking a $10,000 grant from the Maine Department of Transportation’s Gateways Competition, which would pay for brick… Read More
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    MACHIAS – A 25-year-old Machias woman was ordered to live with her grandparents in Harrington until a full hearing on her alleged violations of probation can be held in Washington County Superior Court. Sherry Stoddard had been convicted in September of the Class B crime… Read More
    PALMYRA – Fire swept through a Madawaska Road home Saturday afternoon, destroying the old farmhouse and leaving a family homeless. Fifty-seven firefighters from eight towns fought the quick-moving fire, and were able to save the large attached barn, Fire Chief Donald Chute said Sunday. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    HARMONY- Fifty years ago this month, friends and neighbors gathered to form the Harmony Fire Department to protect local homes and businesses. That long association was celebrated Saturday during a dinner in the gymnasium attended by more than 90 people who have played a role… Read More
    This is going to be a memorable week for residents of Perry and surrounding communities, and I am grateful to Tess Ftorek of Robbinston for providing the following information. The town of Perry, along with many other towns, cities and states, has proclaimed today, Valentine’s… Read More
    WASHINGTON – Newly released documents suggest that the mastermind of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks flew out of Portland, rather than Boston, in order to avoid suspicion that might arise if all 10 hijackers arrived at Logan International Airport at one time. Mohammed Atta… Read More
    BANGOR – The last time Bangor Christian’s two seniors were so close to a state title, they were freshman alternates forced to squirm on the sidelines, fidget nervously, and watch as teammates performed. The Patriots finished in a tie for first, but lost on a… Read More
    ALBANY, N.Y. – Bracey Barker connected on 10 of 12 shots on her way to a game-high 21 points Saturday, leading the University of Maine women’s basketball team to a 67-58 America East victory over Albany at the Recreation and Convocation Center. Barker, a sophomore… Read More
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    BOSTON – The University of Maine men’s and women’s track and field teams were in action over the weekend at the Valentines Invitational, which was hosted by Boston University. In the women’s meet, Stephanie McCusker finished eighth in the triple jump with a leap of… Read More
    BREWER – Dan Shufelt and Ben Caldwell each scored three goals Saturday to power the Brewer Witches to a 12-0 Class A hockey victory over Skowhegan at the T.J. Ryan Center. Davey Perry scored two goals for the 11-6 Witches and Reid McLaughlin had a… Read More
    HEAL POINTS Official standings for boys and girls basketball as reported by the Maine Principals’ Association. Boys and girls basketball points compiled by Bob and Gertrude Butler of York, respectively. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var… Read More
    BANGOR – The Mount Desert Island boys swimming and diving team took a huge step toward defending its 2004 Class B state title with a win in Saturday’s Penobscot Valley Conference championship meet at Husson College. The Trojans’ second title in a row didn’t come… Read More
    FORT KENT – The University of Maine-Fort Kent Bengals earned back-to-back Sunrise Conference victories, beating the College of St. Joseph 74-70 on Saturday before downing Lyndon State 97-84 on Sunday. On Sunday, Bartas Samaitis poured in 29 points and pulled down 16 rebounds to pace… Read More
    CASTINE – Julia Knights racked up 25 points and three steals Saturday as Maine Maritime Academy avenged a two-point loss at the hands of the Eagles earlier this season with a 67-60 North Atlantic Conference victory over Husson College of Bangor. Alyssa Burns tallied 16… Read More
    FARMINGTON – Kari Simpson piled up 26 points, 13 rebounds and four steals on Saturday to power the University of Maine-Farmington to an 87-53 North Atlantic Conference women’s basketball victory over Lasell College. Karen Sirois posted 13 points and five assists and Kate LaHaye scored… Read More
    HOWLAND – Steve Cyr scored 15 of his game-high 30 points in overtime Saturday to spark the Stearns Minutemen to their first victory of the season, a 79-76 double-overtime win over Penobscot Valley. Travis Martin scored 14 points while Cory Kaul and Tyler Matthews tallied… Read More
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    It’s always good news to find out that more cemetery records are available online. The January issue of the Penobscot County Genealogical Society points out that a database of Old Town cemetery records through Dec. 31, 2002, is available on the Old Town Public Library… Read More