AUGUSTA – Federal and state conservation agencies are weighing in against a huge development proposed by Plum Creek Timber Co. for the Moosehead Lake region. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Department and other agencies have submitted formal written… Read More
    BANGOR – A federal judge told attorneys for the state Friday that Maine appears to be violating the Endangered Species Act by allowing trapping that could harm Canada lynx. U.S. District Court Judge John Woodcock did not make a ruling on whether the state can… Read More
    A story on discussions of the Maine Board of Pesticides Control that appeared in the State Section on Sept. 8 indicated that two new applications for the sale of Bt genetically-engineered corn seeds had been received by the board and that one was for a corn to be… Read More
    According to nutritionist Katherine Musgrave of the University of Maine, a peanut butter sandwich on whole-wheat bread is one of the least expensive ways for a child to load up on nutrients. However, there are plenty of viable, protein-rich alternatives for lunch. “Peanuts are a… Read More
    It’s one thing to try to manage a child’s food allergy at school. But what about on the way to school? In recent weeks, a small number of parents have raised concerns about food consumption – specifically peanuts and nut products – on the school… Read More
    As I was reading the article “Passamaquoddy racino divides Mainers in poll” (BDN, Sept. 20) regarding the poll conducted on the racino referendum in November, I couldn’t help but wonder if the company doing the poll asked participants why they would vote yes or no. Read More
    Fundamental questions raised by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court about the state’s sex offender registry should force lawmakers to reconsider the purpose for and requirements of the registration system. At a minimum, they should eliminate the online dissemination of personal information about all registered sex offenders and ease… Read More
    It is time to stop the drumbeat to war with Iran, which is similar to the misleading chatter about Iraq that led to the U.S. invasion of that country. Contrary to Timothy Kelly’s assertion in his letter, “Accomplice in death” (BDN, Sept. 27), that the president of Iran… Read More
    In a recent article regarding racism, Baileyville Town Council Chairwoman Dorothy Johnson refers to Washington County as a “redneck county.” To some the word redneck roughly translated means uneducated, uncultured, unsophisticated white folk. To apply such a derogatory label to an entire group of people… Read More
    Just when I thought my blood pressure couldn’t possibly go any higher, I read “Maine students excel, but test scores still flat” (BDN, Sept. 27). Upon reading Wanda Monthey’s comment, “We just aren’t satisfied with our students being just above average” – at what level of achievement would… Read More
    I enjoyed reading the article “Memories of the game” (BDN, Sept. 22-23). I would suggest one correction. I believe that the Milwaukee Braves actually won the 1957 World Series. They did not lose a nail-biter to the New York Yankees as was written. The Yankees… Read More
    The editorial “The Impeachment Trap” (BDN, Sept. 25) supporting Democratic Congressman Mike Michaud’s decision not to impeach Cheney and Bush because it would risk Democratic Party chances in 2008 makes perfect sense. Look at what happened in the 2000 election after the Republican-controlled Congress impeached Clinton. The Republicans… Read More
    After watching a television clip of that bizarre hawg wrassle in New York City earlier this week featuring the President of Columbia University versus the President of Iran, I thought, well, you can say one thing for the academic: He sure knows how to introduce an invited guest… Read More
    The “comprehensive immigration reform” amnesty collapsed in June, a stunning defeat of the most powerful business and ethnic lobbies in Washington. The votes had barely been counted before the spin doctors went to work, attributing the defeat to a vocal minority of talk radio crazed activists. But the… Read More
    As the legacies of two of the best-known business leaders and philanthropists in the state, we both now live, work and play in Maine because of its people, its unique sensibility, and because our roots here run deep. From an early age, we learned from… Read More
    ELLSWORTH – A New Hampshire man who last year set fire to a Bar Harbor home while he remained inside will serve eight years in prison despite admissions that he has a long history of mental illness. Dennis Freda, 48, of Center Ossipee, N.H., already… Read More
    BANGOR- Eastern Maine Medical Center is prepared to carry on as usual if unionized nurses call a strike, administrators said Friday. The hospital will bring nurses in from other states to care for patients for as long as EMMC nurses stay away from the bedside,… Read More
    CALAIS – A $112 million international bridge and $50 million U.S. Customs House being built here may ease traffic congestion at the Canadian border crossing, but it may also be cutting off the city’s access to its water supply. City Solicitor David Fletcher told the… Read More
    BANGOR – With summer vacation over, thousands of Maine students have returned to school – some of them bringing head lice with them. “The point about head lice is that it’s endemic,” Mary Wright, a Bangor School Department nurse, said Friday. googletag.cmd.push(function () { //… Read More
    Linda McRea didn’t always follow a straight and narrow path as she wandered through her life. Rather she zigged and zagged a bit, taking interesting side trips, reaching one goal only to set her sights on another down the road apiece. She went to school… Read More
    MILLINOCKET – The town remains liable for a $165,537 state economic development loan to Allagash Valve & Controls Inc., but a new deal allows town officials to breathe easier. With Councilor Matthew Polstein absent, the Town Council voted 5-0 Thursday to accept a 60-month agreement… Read More
    MACHIAS – Washington County commissioners earlier this month unanimously voted in favor of bylaws that merge the efforts of the Washington County: One Community Coalition with the Coalition for Healthy Tomorrows. The coalition is designed to bring together local people, agencies and others. It is… Read More
    BANGOR – The Bangor Humane Society invites dog owners and other animal lovers to its 14th annual Paws on Parade today to raise money for its shelter. The Bangor Humane Society cares for more than 5,000 animals annually. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    Army Pvt. Seth A. Briscoe has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. He is the son of Juanita Briscoe of Presque Isle. Army National Guard Pvt. Stephen C. Cote has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. He… Read More
    MILLINOCKET – Seeking to revive an idea largely dormant since January, Town Council candidate Kathy Gagnon pitched creating an outdoor market on Peddler’s Hill to the council Thursday night, getting many positive comments but no action or votes. One of the first initiatives of the… Read More
    AUGUSTA – Retired Bangor Chief of Police Don Winslow will receive the Distinguished Community Service Award at the University of Maine at Augusta’s convocation Oct. 14. Winslow will be one of two people honored at convocation. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes =… Read More
    Born in 2001, Sadie is a sweet girl who is interested in a variety of activities. She loves to sing and can remember the words to songs after hearing them only a few times on the radio. She is very articulate and communicates very well. Read More
    FORT KENT – The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host a presentation by Paul Mayewski, director of the Climate Change Institute at the University of Maine. The talk is scheduled for noon Tuesday, Oct. 2, in the Nadeau Hall Teleconference Room. The event… Read More
    PRESQUE ISLE – The Public Works Department will host an open house today at its 5 Missile Street complex. The open house will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, and the public is invited to tour the building and see the equipment. Read More
    Oakfield-based Katahdin Cedar Log Homes and company president David Gordon received special recognition from the Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine last week. The recognition came at a ceremony at the organization’s new conference center in Augusta. Gordon donated $40,000 of log siding and end cap architectural… Read More
    ISLESBORO – The Waldo County Democratic Committee invites all Democrats to attend its next meeting from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, in Islesboro. Parking is available at Whale’s Tooth near the ferry terminal in Lincolnville at 12:30 p.m. The ferry departs at 1… Read More
    EAST MACHIAS – The Washington County Democratic Committee will meet at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, in the Community Building. Phil Bailey, the Democratic coordinator for Washington and Hancock counties, will speak to attendees. All Democrats are welcome and comment is needed to elect a… Read More
    BAR HARBOR – Naturalist Steve Perrin is worried that we are going to lose the coast of Maine as we know it, and will explain his worries in an illustrated talk, “Ownership to Stewardship: The Future History of Maine’s Nearshore Waters.” The talk will be… Read More
    ROCKLAND – There will be traditional Shabbat services at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at Adas Yoshuron synagogue. There will be a kaddish minyan in the morning, but those who do not want to spend the entire morning in services should come at 11 a.m. for Kaddish. There… Read More
    AUGUSTA – The Federal Emergency Management Agency has released the latest figures on disaster aid to counties affected by the St. Patrick’s Day storm and the April nor’easter. FEMA’s Public Assistance program has obligated $1,234,241 for 235 projects in Hancock, Knox, Lincoln and Waldo counties… Read More
    HARRINGTON – The Pleasant River Historical Society will hold its annual dinner meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8, at Scovils Millside Dining in Harrington. All are welcome. If you plan to attend, please call Jeannette Perry at 483-6642 before Oct. 2. For information on some of the… Read More
    CAMDEN – Camden Farmers’ Market will present its annual family Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 13. Scot Cannon, professional mime and singer, will perform beginning at 10 a.m. There will be a variety of harvest craft activities for children, as well as a chance to… Read More
    HERMON – Improvements to the high school’s athletic complex are nearing completion, and volunteers hope athletes and fans will be able to enjoy the revamped facilities before the fall season ends. Members of the Greater Hermon Community Athletic Complex Committee are completing the installation of… Read More
    MACHIAS – The Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, in the EMA conference room at 34 Center St. in Machias. The committee is responsible for carrying out the provisions of the Federal Chemical Emergency Planning and Community… Read More
    ALEXANDER – The Alexander school committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 1, at the elementary school. Items on the agenda include revisiting the status of the after-school program, building and maintenance issues and acting on the Crawford contract. Read More
    . Planning board, 4 p.m., Monday, visit to proposed nine-lot Forrest H. Grant Family subdivision off Kenduskeag Avenue to review site conditions and relationship to surrounding development, relevant public comment to follow at site. . City Council’s transportation and infrastructure committee, 5 p.m., Monday, City… Read More
    Pupils from State Street School in Brewer were moved indoors Friday morning by school officials after reports that a suspicious man was on the campus, Superintendent Daniel Lee said. “Before school started it was reported a man was going through cars” at the school, he… Read More
    GLENBURN – The school regionalization planning committee has appealed the state education commissioner’s denial of the group’s letter of intent to consolidate with Orono, Veazie and Glenburn. An effort to consolidate Maine’s 152 school administrative systems into no more than 80 regional units was signed… Read More
    BREWER – Plans for the proposed $35 million Brewer Community School, a combined elementary-middle school on Parkway South, will be presented to residents on Monday. The school is designed to replace five aging schools in the city. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes… Read More
    PERRY – Apple pies as tasty as those grandmother used to make will be featured again this year at the 29th annual Perry Harvest Fair. And if last year is any indication, there will be some award-winning pies in several categories including single crust, double… Read More
    MACHIAS – Food, athletics and fun will be featured this weekend when University of Maine at Machias celebrates Homecoming and Parents’ Weekend. Comedian Tim Sample will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at UMM’s Performing Arts Center. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    CALAIS – The College for Seniors at Washington County Community College has begun its fall program series, which is open to all seniors 50 or older. Besides an introduction to juggling and painting, offerings include a St. Croix International Historic Site talk and walk, a… Read More
    MACHIAS – The Machias Food Pantry recently received a grant of $2,500 from the Washington County Fund of the Maine Community Foundation for items not covered by food stamps, such as soap, diapers and toilet paper, as well as for help with other services such as prescriptions and… Read More
    BAILEYVILLE – The Baileyville school board will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2, in the library at the Woodland Junior and Senior High School. Items on the agenda include a consolidation update, selection of an interim board member and a grievance hearing. Read More
    MACHIAS – Washington County commissioners will hold a public hearing on the county’s proposed budget at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4. Items on the agenda include presentation of the proposed 2008 budget and third-party requests. Read More
    Here is a volunteer opportunity you might not have considered before: assisting the Maine Public Broadcasting Network in obtaining items for its annual auction next spring. Denis Howard is the volunteer coordinator for MPBN, working in the Bangor office. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
    BAR HARBOR – A communications company is looking to boost its network coverage in the Mount Desert Island area, but that doesn’t necessarily mean people will see towers sprouting up across the landscape from the top of Cadillac Mountain. After preliminary voter approval last week,… Read More
    PARIS – A judge declined Friday to alter the trial schedule for an accused quadruple murderer, but the defendant’s weight loss still could push the trial back by a week or so, a defense lawyer said Friday. Justice Robert Crowley left open the possibility of… Read More
    Nearly all residents in Hancock and Waldo counties who were hit by high winds and thunderstorms earlier this week have seen their electricity restored. Bangor Hydro-Electric Co. reported only isolated outages remaining late Friday afternoon in the Hancock County towns of Blue Hill, Hancock and… Read More
    BANGOR – Fifty of the American Eagle employees who will lose their jobs at Bangor International Airport in November are expected to transfer within the company to an airport in Arkansas. The 50 are among 74 aircraft maintenance employees at BIA affected by American Eagle’s… Read More
    ELLSWORTH – Cars, trucks and SUVs are still for sale at Dave Gould Ford, but the automobile retailer at the triangle of Routes 1 and 3 in Ellsworth now faces tighter commerce restrictions. A court order signed this week by Ellsworth District Court Judge Bernard… Read More
    “God has cared for these trees, saved them from drought, disease, avalanches, and a thousand straining, leveling tempests and floods; but he cannot save them from fools …” – John Muir A car hit a 40-year-old fir tree on our front lawn Sept. 18. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
    What if you could have a dialogue with Jesus? What if he would answer nearly all your questions? What if he’s talking to you right now – for real – and you’re just not listening? There are many beliefs connected with how we communicate with… Read More
    “Black Book” DVD, Blu-ray: From Paul Verhoeven, who always will be best known for directing “Basic Instinct” and “Showgirls,” poor thing, comes “Black Book,” a tense film set at the end of World War II. We’re in the Netherlands, it’s 1944 and the Jewish cabaret singer Rachel Stein… Read More
    Messing around with zucchini relish made me think that there are some things that are all about the extra flavors we put into them. If you nibble a slice of raw zucchini, it does not have a very interesting flavor by itself. If you cook it, the flavor… Read More
    Several weeks back, when training his Plott hounds to track black bears, guide Paul Laney got a good look at a bruin that caught his attention. The bear – which the Grand Lake Stream guide estimated at 500 pounds – was so big he started… Read More
    ROCKLAND – Two 3-1 teams, homecoming, playoff implications, high-powered offenses, big defensive stoppers Friday’s LTC Class C game between John Bapst of Bangor and Rockland at Wasgatt Field had all the trappings of a classic, must-see gridiron confrontation. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var… Read More
    Husson College had its program-best five-game winning streak snapped last week at Hartwick. This weekend, with homecoming festivities as the backdrop, coach Gabby Price’s Eagles are hoping to return to their winning ways. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes… Read More
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    ORONO – Michelle Simpson had a goal and an assist to lead Albany University to a 3-0 college field hockey victory over the University of Maine Friday. Nicole Savage and Michele Polizois added goals for 8-3 Albany. Anouk Vandenberg, Jess Lindsey and Sam Daly provided… Read More
    As the Red Sox and the Yankees head into the postseason, both do so with the directors of operations sitting behind the plate. For the Sox, it is Jason Varitek. The captain is that in far more than name, as both Sox fans and players have come to… Read More
    The Maine Wildlife Park in Gray is planning a special event to clear the shelves at its nature store before the park closes on Nov. 11. The store is holding a Super Sale on Oct. 6-8 during which all store items will be marked down… Read More