MILBRIDGE – Workers and volunteers scrambled Sunday to put on the finishing touches, but with loud chants of “Move that bus” from hundreds of spectators – and a little patience – the Ray-Smith family saw their new home for the first time courtesy of ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home… Read More
The Iraqi government’s failure to create a national reconciliation among battling political and secular factions likely will hasten a U.S. withdrawal from Iraq, U.S. Sen. Olympia Snowe said Saturday. Speaking from Baghdad during the first day of a two-day visit, Maine’s senior senator praised U.S. Read More
BANGOR – When the last runners and walkers left the starting gate of the Komen Maine Race for the Cure, only a handful of volunteers and spectators stayed behind on the waterfront – including Elaine Strout. As the cheers and clapping faded, Strout, 75, sat… Read More
BANGOR – People familiar with eateries in Bar Harbor may recognize the name of a new restaurant that is expected to open soon near the Bangor Mall. Miguel’s, a popular Mexican restaurant on Rodick Street in Bar Harbor, is opening a second location on Hogan… Read More
Dear Jim: My old steel garage door is getting vertical cracks. I need to replace it with an insulated one because I am restoring a car out there. The door must have windows. What is the best door that won’t crack? – Ron M. Dear… Read More
It seems almost painful to mention it, but it won’t be very long until Old Man Winter is breathing down our necks once again. The ice, the snow, the sleet, the freezing rain, the bone-chilling cold – children love it all. We older folk dread it more and… Read More
I read “Why Maine?” (BDN, Sept. 8-9) the article about Calais attorney David Mitchell’s decision to return to Maine with great pleasure. Like Mr. Mitchell, I recently moved back to Maine for the “small things.” I too was a “restless young person driven out of Maine” for the… Read More
New information from the United States Public Health Service throws fresh light on sex education – specifically on continuing efforts to rely exclusively on encouraging sexual abstinence. It turns out that premarital sex is normal behavior for the vast majority of Americans. A study published… Read More
There have been many missteps in the country’s long transition to digital television. Still, it is too early for lawmakers to worry that a public education campaign is failing. They should, however, be concerned that the federal government has not set aside enough money for the mandated transition. Read More
In 1956, a Senate joint resolution was passed, and the then president proclaimed Sept. 17-22 Constitution Week. In 1781, 13 states signed the Articles of Confederation. In 1787, the delegates from the states met to rewrite this document, but found it such a hard thing… Read More
So Gov. Baldacci wants to place all Maine county jails – 15 of them – under his command. He claims that it cost the taxpayers about $86 million to run these jails. Based on what has occurred with Baldacci’s school consolidation mess, it is doubtful he will save… Read More
I am writing to call attention to the near universal gullibility displayed by our president, our top generals, and many congressional leaders and the national media, concerning the matter of our military training Iraqi troops so that they will be able to provide for that invaded nation’s own… Read More
It is apparent that Renee Ordway believes that experience should be voted out of office, “It’s time for change on Bangor school panel” (BDN, Aug. 18). I could not disagree more. I prefer to base my vote on results. Bangor students achieve high marks in… Read More
Please help to end dog fighting in the United States by contacting our representatives in Congress, and asking them to support recent legislation to pass the Dog Fighting Prohibition Act, H.R. 3219 introduced by Rep. Betty Sutton (D-Ohio) and S. 1880 by Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass). Read More
My heart goes out to the mother of the child with the severe peanut and nut allergies, and the many other parents that are in a similar situation. There is hope and help with homeopathy. Please know that homeopathic medicine is effective in treating dangerous food allergies and… Read More
The construction schedule for this week may cause delays. The schedule is tentative, based on weather conditions. Sunday, Sept. 16, 2007 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
HAMPDEN – Paul and Susan O’Brien made a point to say “hi” to everyone they passed during their 5 a.m. runs around West Lake in Hangzhou, China. One particular morning the couple passed a grandmother with her young grandson. When the O’Briens said “hi” in… Read More
MILLINOCKET – Nobody knew precisely what was happening. Police and firefighters had sealed off the building and were setting roadblocks. Crowds and media were gathering. State police had arrived, and more were coming. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes… Read More
Whether you are a Luddite (an opponent of technological change), or a Digital Native (a person born since the advent of digital information and communication technologies), or a Digital Immigrant (a person attempting to learn the language and culture of Digital Natives), Saturday, Sept. 15, was an important… Read More
AUGUSTA – The public gets to comment this week on the proposal by FairPoint to merge with the traditional telephone service of Verizon in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, and the company faces lots of questions. “We do have a lot of questions,” said Public… Read More
BRUNSWICK – Jets screamed overhead and parachutists floated gracefully to the ground as an estimated 130,000 or more people turned out Sunday for what may have been the final air show at the Brunswick Naval Air Station. Crowds gathered early as the flying began in… Read More
DEDHAM – The Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project, which annually provides free legal assistance to thousands of low-income Mainers, will celebrate 24 years of “Doing Maine Justice” with a reception on Wednesday, Sept. 19, at the Lucerne Inn. Warren M. Silver of the Maine Supreme Judicial… Read More
BANGOR – In pursuit of its goal to make the city the most environmentally friendly city in Maine, the Bangor City Council recently approved a new standard for city-owned building construction and renovation projects. This standard, called Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, requires the… Read More
PRESQUE ISLE – One man has been charged in the theft of a motor vehicle, and police are investigating a second theft, both of which occurred Friday evening. Presque Isle police Officer Shawn Newell said Sunday that early on Saturday morning, police responded to a… Read More
LAMOINE – Local residents are expected to gather this week at a special town meeting to make decisions on two issues. Voters will be asked whether to authorize selectmen to negotiate with Verizon Wireless about letting the company erect a 150-foot communications tower on town-owned… Read More
CARIBOU – A Presque Isle woman who police say attempted to set the home of some Presque Isle residents on fire in June was indicted by the Aroostook County grand jury Friday. Cinderella “Cindy” Garvey, 43, was indicted on charges of arson, attempted murder and… Read More
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HOULTON – A significant contribution from a longtime Houlton-based business is music to the ears of those who are raising money to create the Houlton Community Arts Center. Officials behind the effort to create the new arts center at Houlton High School announced Thursday that… Read More
SURRY – The Surry Community Improvement Association will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 1, to remember the founders and the founding principles of the organization and to reflect on the original purpose and the stated mission of the group. All community members are invited… Read More
ELLSWORTH – The Woodlawn Museum will hold its Canine Carnival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22. The event, sponsored by the American Kennel Club and organized by the Coastal Crescent Kennel Club of Hancock County, will feature dog carting, Eastern Maine Agility Club agility demonstrations,… Read More
BELFAST – The Belfast Historical Society will present “Images From the Eastern Illustrating and Publishing Company,” a slide program by Penobscot Marine Museum photo archivist Kevin Johnson at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 24, at the Belfast Free Library. The Eastern Illustrating and Publishing Co. of… Read More
BELFAST – Gray skies and falling rain added to the solemnity of the flag retirement ceremony at the Randall-Collins VFW Post on Saturday. Area veterans and community members gathered in the post’s parking lot to take part in the annual ceremony that facilitates the respectful… Read More
BAR HARBOR – A Caribou man and a student at College of the Atlantic are facing charges in connection with an alleged burglary at the liberal arts college Friday night, according to police. Bruce Gustafson, 28, of Caribou and Olivia Pell, 18, of West Greenwich,… Read More
HOULTON – When talking to the Legislature’s Business Research and Economic Development Committee late last week, several business owners in Houlton and surrounding towns talked about the “ouch” factor. That factor, they told committee members, is something they say they experience regularly because of difficulties… Read More
BANGOR – The city’s Engineering Department has announced that a resurfacing project that will affect traffic and parking patterns downtown will begin today and is expected to run through Oct. 26. The project area encompasses the section of Main Street that starts at Union Street… Read More
MILLINOCKET – General assistance rental properties will get more inspections by town code enforcement officers under an ordinance amendment aimed at improving housing standards, town officials said. “The town reserves the right to inspect any and all buildings or units whenever an application for assistance… Read More
BANGOR – Thirteen residents met last week’s deadline for submitting nomination papers for the five elective offices to be filled during city elections on Nov. 6. This year, voters will fill three of the council’s nine positions and two of the school committee’s seven seats. Read More
Driver inattention caused a five-car accident on Interstate 95 at 5 p.m. Sunday. Motorists merging into a construction zone on I-95 from Stillwater Avenue and facing a setting sun crashed into one another, resulting in an average of $3,000 to $4,000 in damage to each… Read More
ORONO – As the only female officer on the University of Maine’s police force, Sgt. Deborah Mitchell said many women feel more comfortable speaking with her about tough topics such as rape or assault instead of her male counterparts. Mitchell said many students view her… Read More
LEVANT – A volunteer firefighter left his home in a hurry Sunday afternoon, rushing to the scene of a fire, but before he walked out the door he forgot to turn off his electric stove and remove a pot of grease from its surface. When… Read More
BANGOR – The State Board of Education has given its vote of approval for the imposition of financial penalties on school units that fail to consolidate with neighboring districts. The board reached its decision during a meeting held at the Challenger Learning Center on Wednesday. Read More
AUGUSTA – Gov. John Baldacci this weekend defended his proposal to have the state Corrections Department take over the county jails, calling the present system “inefficient and unsustainable” and saying the consolidation idea is nothing new. In his weekend radio address, Baldacci said Maine now… Read More
PORTER – Maine State Police on Sunday identified the victim in a weekend shooting as a 50-year-old New Jersey man who was visiting his cousin in this rural Oxford County town. The victim, Lawrence Talarico of Ramsey, N.J., was in the home of 44-year-old Susan… Read More
AUGUSTA – The fall foliage season is shaping up to be a colorful one, according to the state’s official foliage Internet site. The Department of Conservation released its first report last week and will provide updates every Wednesday through Oct. 17. The site this year… Read More
The discovery of bones buried at a property formerly owned by a man who killed his third wife by pushing her off a cliff at Acadia National Park has led to speculation about the remains of his first wife, whose body was never found, according to a Montana… Read More
LOUDON, N.H. – Just how dominant was Clint Bowyer’s Jack Daniel’s Chevrolet during the Sylvania 300 Nextel Cup race on Sunday? “I had to drive 100 miles an hour just to catch up to him and congratulate him,” quipped Jeff Gordon, who finished second, 6.469… Read More
LOUDON, N.H. – Ron Hornaday Jr.’s 33rd career NASCAR Craftsman Truck series victory was memorable. Hornaday led 174 of the 200 laps and cruised to a 4.211-second win over Erik Darnell at the New Hampshire 200 Saturday afternoon. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
VILLANOVA, Pa. – The University of Maine football team put itself in position to win Saturday night’s Colonial Athletic Association opener against Villanova. Instead, the Black Bears suffered another agonizing ending reminiscent of the 2006 season. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes =… Read More
BANGOR – The future looks bright for the Husson College football program, particularly given the recent news that the Eagles finally will have a conference title to pursue beginning in 2009. But if Husson continues to perform the way it did Saturday, it may scare… Read More
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WATERVILLE – Terrence Jones collected five tackles, picked off two passes and recovered a fumble to lead the Mount Desert Island football team to a 20-14 victory over Waterville Saturday in high school action. Danny Dunn scored a key fourth-quarter touchdown and had 12 tackles… Read More
FARMINGTON – Kasey McPhail netted three goals to lead the University of Maine-Farmington to a 10-0 women’s soccer victory over Mitchell College (Conn.) Sunday. Amber Murphy, Chelsea Norton and Hannah Carleton each scored a pair of goals while Ashley Tetreault added a goal for UMF. Read More
MACHIAS – Molly Kurz scored four goals to help power the University of Maine-Machias women’s soccer team to a 10-0 victory over Fisher College of Boston. Sara Rushforth added three goals and two assists for the 1-3-1 Clippers. Jess Woods scored twice and Aurra Paviault… Read More
PRESQUE ISLE – Anna Delong and Katie Moody each recorded a second-half goal the University of Maine-Presque Isle women’s soccer team earned a 2-0 win over Mitchell Saturday in college action. Jessica Kinney assisted Moody’s goal for UM-Presque Isle. Billie Martin stopped all six shots… Read More
ORONO – Lauren Wheeler scored a goal and assisted another as the undefeated Orono girls soccer team earned a 3-1 win over Bangor Christian Saturday in high school action. Alyssa Bates and Kaile Hess added goals for the 5-0 Red Riots and Meghan Curtis provided… Read More
EAST SULLIVAN – Shane Theriault scored two goals, including the game-winner with 51 seconds left in the first half, to propel the Fort Kent boys soccer team to a 2-1 victory over Sumner Saturday in high school action. Corey Voisine provided an assist on Theriault’s… Read More
HERMON – Paul White of Corinna trailed Town Hill’s John Phippen Jr. by one point entering Sunday’s Sportsman finale and won the championship by five points at Speedway 95. Brenton Parritt of Steuben took the Limited Sportsman crown and Steve Moulton won the Super Street… Read More
Many people use television for escapism. It’s a chance to get away to a sunny climate or a far-off world. “K-Ville,” debuting at 9 tonight on Fox, is set in a place only a Weather Channel junkie could love – New Orleans, two years after… Read More
As the oldest grandchild on both sides of my family, I recall more of the older relatives than my siblings and cousins do, and I know where they’re buried. Take the Dover Cemetery on Vaughn Street in Dover-Foxcroft, for instance, where the Roberts relatives are. Read More
The “fire laddies” were out in force on Sept. 16, 1907, a century ago yesterday. Bangoreans loved a parade, and what better group could oblige than the heroes of the hook and ladder with their shining brass and breakneck horsemanship. Bangor hadn’t had a full-scale… Read More
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