BANGOR – Earlier this spring, over the course of a week or so, Anne Reed realized her eyesight was failing. There was no pain involved, only a rapid loss of visual clarity and focus. Early Thursday afternoon, the 84-year-old Bar Harbor resident was at Eastern… Read More
ST. STEPHEN, New Brunswick – More than 20 area residents were outraged Thursday when they learned that 33 people arrested Tuesday for possession of illegal firearms, drugs and child pornography were back on the street. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police claimed the arrests of 23… Read More
WASHINGTON – With vetoproof margins, Congress on Thursday sent President Bush a bill boosting farm subsidies and money for food stamps to help the poor deal with rising grocery prices. Bush has threatened to veto the $290 billion bill, saying it is fiscally irresponsible and… Read More
PORTLAND – Did the Brewer School Department discriminate against a winning softball coach because of her sexual orientation when she was not rehired in 2006? Or did the superintendent refuse to recommend she continue coaching because she fostered hazing, including reportedly forcing players to walk… Read More
BREWER – Seacoast Scaffold & Equipment Corp., based in South Portland, will open an office and equipment yard at 164 Green Point Road in Brewer next month. The business will offer new and used scaffold rental and sales. Pickup and delivery service will also be… Read More
CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island – Anyone looking for some free lobster should head over to Prince Edward Island next Wednesday. Lobster fishermen will protest the low prices they’re getting by handing out lobster to the public free of charge at a mall in Charlottetown. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
AUGUSTA – Wall Street sees no reason to change the rating of Maine’s bonds. In a report issued just before the state sells nearly $103 million in bonds, the three rating agencies say Maine finances are stable. Standard & Poor’s and Fitch Ratings are keeping… Read More
BANGOR – With rowdy employee cheers and a large audience of customers and local Boy Scouts, the new Home Depot celebrated its grand opening on Thursday afternoon. The store, located at 650 Stillwater Ave. behind Chili’s and Circuit City, opened to the public Tuesday. It… Read More
BATH – Bath Iron Works and its largest union have reached a tentative contract agreement that members will vote on Sunday. Neither the shipyard nor Machinists Local S6 would comment on the specifics of the three-year proposal, although a union spokesman said it contained provisions… Read More
SCARBOROUGH – Thousands of outdoors enthusiasts turned out Thursday for the grand opening of the first Cabela’s store in northern New England. After a series of events for VIPs, the 125,000-square-foot was opened to the public at 5 p.m. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
BAILEYVILLE – Maritimes and Northeast Pipeline LLC plans to expand its natural gas pipeline system to transport new natural gas supplies from EnCana Corp.’s proposed Deep Panuke project to markets in Atlantic Canada and the Northeastern United States. The Deep Panuke project is located about… Read More
In a letter to the editor in the BDN, Carol Woodcock, director of Sen. Collins’ Bangor office, asserts that “Sen. Collins did not want the activists [Bangor Six] charged.” If that is true, then why were they arrested? This letter is the first indication that… Read More
At the state Republican convention earlier this month, Sen. Olympia Snowe said the most amazing thing, referring to the candidacies of Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, that “we might as well staple a blank check to our ballot on Nov. 4.” This is from… Read More
As the price of gas continues to rise, it’s inevitable that we will find ways to cope. As I walked by a long line of cars, SUVs and trucks waiting to cross the bridge from Old Town to Milford recently, I was gratified to notice that several cars… Read More
This fall I’ll cast my vote to re-elect Sen. Susan Collins. She has built a reputation as an independent-minded centrist who works effectively with both political parties to get the job done. In keeping with Maine tradition Susan Collins has resisted intense political pressure to follow the party… Read More
Stephen King blesses, endorses and supports Maine with his talent and good fortune. Because he made a remark they didn’t like, the well-regarded greeters of BIA have responded in a manner seen too often in recent years. The greeters could have – and still could… Read More
More U.S. troops have seen action in the last five years than in the previous two decades. After their service is completed, the government that sent these men and women into harm’s way has an obligation to care for their medical, psychological and, yes, even their educational needs. Read More
With energy prices at record highs, Maine looking for ways to better control its energy future and a new company taking over the state’s telephone operations, the Public Utilities Commission will play a crucial role in the state’s economic future. Maintaining the commission’s recently heightened focus on Maine… Read More
With eight candidates – six Democrats and two Republicans – vying to represent Maine’s 1st District in Congress, voters need to know which candidates share their concerns and solutions. Through ClickBack, the editorial pages’ online feature, readers submitted questions that were sent to all the campigns. Four candidates,… Read More
Rails to trails? That may be a wonderful idea in the areas of the country that are so populated that there is little room for outside recreation except on old railroad beds, but in many parts of Maine, and especially Washington County, removing transportation infrastructure to provide a… Read More
CASTINE – The call for the training scenario came in at about 2:15 p.m. Someone had started shooting at the Maine Maritime Academy campus. One person already was dead and the shooter was still in the dormitory threatening to shoot more. googletag.cmd.push(function () { //… Read More
The ship has arrived at the Maine Discovery Museum. Actually, it was parts of a ship that arrived Monday at the Bangor museum. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for (var i =… Read More
After two long days of overnight flights and many airport layovers, the familiar sight of the small Bangor-bound plane was a welcome one. This was the last leg in a long journey: I was homebound from Antarctica. Returning to Maine always has held some ceremony… Read More
PRESQUE ISLE – In its first gathering since the state cemented the budget for the next fiscal year, the University of Maine System board of trustees is scheduled to meet Sunday and Monday, May 18-19, at the Presque Isle campus to set tuition rates and campus fees for… Read More
BROOKS – Country View Golf Club co-owner Carl Brown died Thursday morning in what police are calling an accidental drowning. Brown, 75, was in his personal water truck Thursday around 8:45 a.m. and was filling it with a friend on one of the course’s ponds,… Read More
WINTER HARBOR – A mix of curiosity and tension seemed to linger inside the Peninsula School gymnasium Wednesday evening, perhaps an unavoidable byproduct of having nearly 300 people in such close quarters. But the divide among Schoodic Peninsula residents over a proposal to develop 3,300… Read More
BELFAST – Khristina Landers has accepted the position of community relations and development director at the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce. Landers of Belfast is former manager of The Clown, an antiques and wine shop. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]];… Read More
NEWPORT – The proposed SAD 48 budget, which is coming up for its first of two votes next week, is up by just 1.8 percent, SAD 48 business manager Kelley Carter said Thursday. But even with hundreds of thousands of dollars in cuts, including 12… Read More
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TREMONT – Voters decided this week at town meeting to have someone else besides the town manager work as the town’s code enforcement officer. Millard Billings, Tremont town manager, has served for years as the code officer, but voters decided this week he has enough… Read More
PORTLAND – The question of public funding for students at religious schools was back before the Maine Supreme Judicial Court on Thursday. This time, the fight isn’t about school vouchers or payments made by the state to sectarian schools but over whether municipalities can reimburse… Read More
CALAIS – Local officials are worried that recently discovered structural damage to the secondary truck inspection site on the Canadian side of the Ferry Point Bridge could mean additional traffic delays this summer. Calais’ public safety committee plans to discuss the matter at 4 p.m. Read More
BELFAST – The United Methodist Church plans a supper at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 7, at the church. Menu includes baked beans, casseroles, salads, rolls and pies. Admission is $7 for adults, $3.50 for children ages 5 to 12, under 5 free. For information, call… Read More
UNITY – Family Fun Day events will begin shortly after the town’s Memorial Day parade. The activities will include Olympic-style competitions for all ages, games, a bounce house, a petting zoo, a pie-eating competition, golf putt tournament, and softball and baseball tournaments. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
CALAIS – The group High Meadow Quartet will present a gospel concert at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at the Second Baptist Church on Church Street. Read More
ELLSWORTH – A local man was arrested late Wednesday for allegedly approaching a police officer with a knife in his hand after the officer responded to a complaint at the man’s apartment. Jon McInnis, 31, was taken into custody by Ellsworth police Officer Christopher Smith… Read More
ORRINGTON – A public supper will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at First United Methodist Church, 14 Center Drive. The menu will include chicken pie, mashed potatoes and gravy, peas, cranberry sauce, rolls, pickles, assorted cakes and beverages. Adults, $7; children under… Read More
BANGOR – An eighth grade student at the William S. Cohen School has been named a finalist for the 2008 National Geographic Bee to be held next week in Washington, D.C. Kristopher Kohles, 14, will compete with 54 other state-level winners for a $25,000 college… Read More
DEXTER – SAD 46 directors voted 9-1 Wednesday to send a proposed $10.9 million budget to voters for adoption at a district vote at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at Dexter Regional High School. A public meeting on the spending plan will be held at… Read More
The Bangor Harley Owners Group will collect items for members of the area National Guard who are serving tours of duty overseas. Debbie Brunelle of the Ladies of Harley Bangor Harley Owners Group said the program, called Operation Fill A Tour Pack, will be conducted… Read More
DEXTER – For people having a difficult time stretching their meager earnings, a hearty meal and a smile are being offered from noon to 2 p.m. every Sunday by Our Ladies Kitchen at St. Anne’s Parish Center on Free Street. This Sunday, oven-fried chicken, mashed… Read More
PITTSFIELD – History is no abstract concept for Jennifer Saucier’s eighth-grade class at Warsaw Middle School. It’s right down the street. 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
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MILLINOCKET – An investigation of a bomb threat that forced the dismissal of town schools for a day last week led police Thursday to a former town resident in New Jersey about 550 miles away. A Woodbridge Township, N.J., detective told Millinocket police Detective Ron… Read More
INDIAN ISLAND – The Penobscot Nation Boys & Girls Club received a $1,500 donation from the Coca-Cola Bottlers Foundation. “This donation comes at a key time for the Club,” Director Carla Fearon said in a news release. “Our computer room is in need of new… Read More
DOVER-FOXCROFT – Foxcroft Academy musicians will offer a patriotic concert after the Memorial Day parade on May 26 at Center Theatre. Parade-goers are invited to listen to favorite songs and marches in the comfort of the theater. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes… Read More
MILLINOCKET – A public spaghetti supper sponsored by the Knights of Columbus will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church. Takeout and deliveries are available by calling Gerry Baker at 447-5890 or 723-6395. Read More
DEXTER – The Dexter Regional High School dance class will perform routines centered on Disney productions at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, at the high school cafeteria. There is no admission fee but donations will be appreciated. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes… Read More
SANGERVILLE – The Sangerville Public Library will hold a fundraising brunch from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Sunday, May 18, at the Nor’Easter Restaurant in Dover-Foxcroft. Reservations should be made by calling 564-2122. The price is $10 a person. It includes a choice of entrees with… Read More
PITTSFIELD – Kids Explore, a new monthly program for children in grades one through five at Pittsfield Public Library, is designed to provide an opportunity for kids to have fun exploring and investigating science. At 3 p.m. Friday, May 16, children will learn about the… Read More
EDDINGTON – A public supper will be held with servings at 5 and 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at the North Brewer-Eddington United Methodist Church, at the bend of Route 9. Admission for adults is $7, children $4. Child care will be available. Read More
Although it is a busy weekend, friends hope you will join them in supporting Charleston native Joanne True, who is going through a very difficult time. Patti Sprague told me that True, who lost her husband in December, recently was diagnosed with cancer. googletag.cmd.push(function ()… Read More
KITTERY – Maine Marine Patrol divers are searching for the body of a lobsterman missing and presumed drowned after his boat capsized. Sgt. Rick Laflamme said 11 divers were taking turns in the waters off Kittery and an airplane was making sweeps over nearby rocky… Read More
PORTLAND – The driving record of a Wells woman charged with manslaughter and aggravated drunken driving in last month’s wrong-way crash on the Maine Turnpike includes two past drunken driving convictions. Donna Bartlett, 38, was cited for operating under the influence in 1989 and 1992,… Read More
PORTLAND – The former leader of a referendum campaign to develop a casino in Oxford County has acknowledged lapses in judgment. Rumford lawyer Seth Carey told a professional panel overseeing complaints filed against him that his actions were at times “brash, intemperate and excessive.” googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
PORTLAND – WMTW and Maine Public Broadcasting Network have won Station of the Year honors in the 2007 Maine Associated Press Broadcasters Association contest. WMTW took eight first-place awards including public affairs, enterprise, weathercast, writing and two videography categories in the TV division, while WGME… Read More
PORTLAND – A Harrison woman charged with murdering her infant son has pleaded not guilty in Cumberland County Superior Court. Pamela Henderson, 43, was ordered Thursday by a judge to undergo a psychological evaluation. She is being held without bail. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define… Read More
BANGOR – It’s a question many Maine veterans are asking these days: Are there any of those walking sticks left that the Cole Land Transportation Museum has been passing out for several years? The good news is yes, the museum has ordered an ample supply… Read More
The following is a list of graduations at Maine colleges and universities: University of Maine 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()) {… Read More
LINCOLN – Pitching and defense don’t win every baseball game. John Bapst of Bangor took the slugger’s route to victory Thursday, using two three-run home runs from Charlie Merritt and a go-ahead two-run shot by Kyle Gallant in the top of the seventh to rally… Read More
When marking the deaths of well-known people in their communities, words such as “special, character, one-of-a-kind,” and “pillars of the community” are often used, sometimes to the point of overkill. That cannot be said for 75-year-old Carl Brown, who died Thursday as a result of… Read More
As a local attorney took a noontime walk through the neighborhood of my youth the other day, I couldn’t help but lament the inconsistency of my own dedication to personal fitness. So much so that a moment later, as I popped into the car to… Read More
After racing respectably for an underfunded team, Morrill’s Travis Benjamin realized he and his team needed help after a three-race stretch last year on the Pro All-Stars Series Super Late Model North tour. “In the first race at Thompson (Conn.), I was running top-five when… Read More
Portland Boxing Club flyweight, Jorge Abiague, won a unanimous 5-0 decision over Daniel Lozano of Tampa, Florida to win the 2008 National Golden Gloves Championship held in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Abiague will join Portland Boxing Club teammate Lisa Kuronya as the only two open class National champions ever… Read More
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LINCOLN – Deni Nicastro and Taylor Trask combined to surrender just one run on three hits while striking out 12 batters as Mattanawcook Academy avenged an opening-day loss to John Bapst of Bangor with a 3-1 softball victory Thursday. Kristy Burleigh had two singles and… Read More
HODGDON – Kellie Peers’ run-scoring double and Caitlin Good’s RBI single keyed a six-run seventh inning that enabled undefeated Limestone Community School/Maine School of Science and Mathematics to pull away for a 19-11 high school softball win over Hodgdon Thursday. Peers had a double and… Read More
BAR HARBOR – Danny Dunn drove in three runs with two doubles and Sam Stewart tossed 3 2/3 innings of one-hit relief, allowing one unearned run Thursday as Mount Desert Island earned a 6-3 high school baseball victory over Old Town. Calvin Tweedie (RBI) and… Read More
VESTAL, N.Y. – Binghamton scored in every inning except the third and pounded out 20 hits Thursday en route to a 12-4 America East baseball victory over the University of Maine. Kyle Klee jumped on Black Bears’ starter Alejandro Balsinde in the first with a… Read More
Are you not going to a Red Sox game this year because of the economy? Has the cost of gas decreased the trips to Boston to spend big bucks on the Sox or other sporting events? USA Today ran a story last week that said,… Read More
Liza Rey Butler’s living room in her cozy old Southwest Harbor home is dominated by a big, comfy sofa, a wood stove, a piano and four harps – two full-size and two small ones. One of the big ones is black, the other a tawny brown, and they… Read More
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