DENVER – As attention at the Democratic National Convention focused Tuesday on Sen. Hillary Clinton, her supporters from Maine remained unsure of exactly what would happen when the roll call vote of delegates takes place this evening. Clinton, addressing the delegates, called for support of… Read More
    CARROLL PLANTATION – The estranged wife of a local man reported missing along with their two children fears that he may harm the young girls or himself. “Just bring them home. Just bring my babies home, please.” googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes… Read More
    EAST MILLINOCKET – The 28-year-old mystery of the homicide of Joyce McLain will be investigated anew Friday when internationally renowned forensic experts Dr. Michael Baden and Dr. Henry Lee examine her body. An exhumation is scheduled for Thursday. The body will be taken to the… Read More
    MILLINOCKET – The Katahdin Paper Co. mill will shut down indefinitely on or about Sept. 2, but will reopen next year with a biomass boiler that will end the mill’s total dependence on oil, Gov. John Baldacci said Tuesday. Union leaders and management supervisors began… Read More
    BANGOR – U.S. Cellular announced Tuesday that it is adding new cell sites in the northern part of Bangor, as well as in Hermon and Corinth. In addition, a cell site in Charleston is due to come on line by the end of August. The… Read More
    Christians, both Catholics and Protestants, other religions and people of good will cannot in good faith vote for Obama. He is on the wrong side on most key issues. On Roe v. Wade he said he would not only make abortion a priority, but he co- sponsored the… Read More
    Lawmakers shortchanged the public last week by quickly dismissing two qualified candidates for state boards based on narrow views of what nominees are supposed to look like. Rather than face a bruising fight in the Senate, the governor withdrew the nominations. Members of the Committee… Read More
    Vehicle crashes are the top killer of teens and young adults. Raising the driving age to 21 and launching new drivers by simply handing them the keys without prior instruction would be a grossly ineffective solution to the problem, yet that is the approach society uses in introducing… Read More
    The big dodge was on. Preacher Warren and Sen. McCain: “We’ll let Obama go first so you can hear the question.” Of course Warren denies that and we all know preachers and senators don’t lie, unless it’s to their advantage. WMD’s anyone? googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
    I keep hearing and reading how horrible global warming is and how drastic measures are needed now to stop it. With the heating oil price crisis expected in Maine this winter, maybe these drastic measures should be delayed. We are going to need some of that global warming. Read More
    I nearly choked on my coffee when I read a recent letter to the editor calling Sen. Susan Collins an “embarrassment” after she spoke her mind regarding John Edwards’ affair. Where is the justice? The only person who should be embarrassed is Edwards. Going on… Read More
    It’s good for Lee Academy to expand its enrollment by recruiting Chinese students and teaching English in China (BDN, Aug. 14). It’s good for the school, and they hope to fund a $2 million renovation. It’s also good for Chinese students who want to attend American universities, make… Read More
    The passing of John Houlihan, M.D. is a great loss to his family, to his former patients and a significant loss to St. Joseph Hospital. Among all his medical commitments, Dr. Houlihan agreed to be the St. Joseph hospice medical director when this program first… Read More
    Last Thursday, President Bush’s administration shrugged off any pretense of restraint and launched a transparent attack on women’s health by proposing regulations that would allow health care organizations and individual health care providers who receive federal funding to refuse to provide information about abortion. In… Read More
    Some day I am going to publish my own dictionary. It’s going to have words that real people use and the real meaning of words that folks often misuse. One of the smartest people I know uses the word “thinger” all the time. She’s a… Read More
    AUGUSTA – State funding cuts that affect about 120 assisted living facilities in Maine that care for 4,000 needy residents couldn’t have come at a worse time, the head of the Maine Health Care Association said. MHCA president Richard Erb said the cutbacks, which took… Read More
    AUGUSTA – Family size and income guidelines for free and reduced-price meals and for free milk in Maine schools for the 2008-09 school year have been announced by Education Commissioner Susan A. Gendron based on information provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This school… Read More
    PORTLAND – A network of weather buoys that gives weather forecasters, scientists and mariners detailed information about conditions from Cape Cod to Nova Scotia is in jeopardy because of a funding shortfall. The Gulf of Maine Ocean Observing System, known as GoMoos, is an arrangement… Read More
    ETNA – The town has begun soliciting applications for a grant program that would provide funding to low-income residents for home improvements. Ron Harriman, an economic development consultant for the town who helped secure the $250,000 grant from the state Department of Economic and Community… Read More
    DOVER-FOXCROFT – In the 10 years since it first organized, the Piscataquis County Economic Development Council has obtained more than $5 million in grants for the county and has taken major steps to boost tourism and attract business, according to Erik Stumpfel, council president. The… Read More
    BANGOR – New dental radiographic sensors purchased with help from a $15,500 grant from the Northeast Delta Dental Foundation were unveiled Tuesday at the University College of Bangor’s Dental Hygiene Clinic. “We are extremely grateful to the Northeast Delta Dental Foundation,” said Diane Blanchette, coordinator… Read More
    PITTSFIELD – Scanner listeners may have been a bit alarmed Tuesday afternoon when the Somerset County Communications Center sent out a call for the Pittsfield Fire Department to respond to the North Main Street GE Security plant for a hazardous situation. Despite the dire radio… Read More
    PITTSFIELD – The local school district is feeling like the last kid picked at gym class as it struggles to find a partner for the state-mandated consolidation plan. Meanwhile, Superintendent Michael Gallagher has been notified that if SAD 53 has not consolidated by Jan. 30,… Read More
    An Army chaplain assigned to the 1st Battalion at Fort Stewart, Ga., is seeking to unite all Americans in prayer to support the men, women and families of the U.S. Armed Services. Capt. Graham B. Glover, a Lutheran minister, wrote “A Prayer for Our Troops”… Read More
    DOVER-FOXCROFT – Little comment was provided Tuesday during a public hearing on a grant seeking funds to purchase property for trailhead access in Moosehead Junction Township. Ken Woodbury, Piscataquis County Economic Development Council community development specialist, wrote the grant which seeks $25,000 from the Land… Read More
    BANGOR – The 26th annual Run for Hope, a 5K Walk and Run, will be held at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 7, at the Best Western White House Inn, exit 180. The event will celebrate heroes and families including 6-year-old Julia Freeman who is cancer free. Read More
    PITTSFIELD – John C. May, President and CEO of Sebasticook Valley Hospital, recently announced that the hospital is launching the latest advance in patient care called a “Virtual Intensive Care Unit.” With Virtual ICU hardware and software – camera, computer, and supportive equipment upgrades – patients in the… Read More
    BANGOR – St. Joseph Healthcare’s monthly daytime Diabetes Support Group will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4, in the Diabetes and Nutrition Center, Building 1, St. Joseph Healthcare Park, 900 Broadway. A separate, evening support group meets the second Tuesday of each month. Read More
    EAST NEWPORT – The annual North Country Inter-tribal Pow-Wow is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Aug. 30 to Sept. 1, at 943 Elm Street, also known as Route 2. The event will feature American Indian dancers, drum groups, traders… Read More
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    A veterans service officer from the Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management will be at the following locations: . Penquis Cap Building, 50 North St., Dover-Foxcroft, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, and Tuesday, Sept. 23. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
    GLENBURN – The 9-11 Heroes Remembrance blood drive sponsored by G&H Ambulance Service will be held from 12:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at the Glenburn Fire Station, 144 Lakeview Drive. Refreshments will be served and door prizes will be offered. For appointments call Donna Heathcote at… Read More
    HINCKLEY – Good Will Home Association has been awarded a $9,804 environmental education grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The program will use the fund to teach children in kindergarten through the fifth grade and their families about Maine’s natural habitats, wildlife diversity and environmental stewardship. The… Read More
    PATTEN – The Happy Widows will be cooking chowder and stews from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, at the Fellowship Hall, at the Patten United Methodist Church. Donations are $6 for adults, $3 for children 10 and under. Proceeds will go to the church general fund. Read More
    CAMDEN – The town is presenting its first new subdivision ordinance in 23 years tonight at a public hearing. The planning board has scheduled a hearing for 6 p.m. at the Washington Street Conference Room to air the proposed subdivision ordinance, as well as three… Read More
    BANGOR – The International Society for Clinical Densitometry announced that Elizabeth Duke of the Maine Rehabilitation Center recently attended the ISCD bone densitometry course and has been recognized as a certified clinical densitometrist. ISCD is a nonprofit professional society of more than 5,000 clinician and… Read More
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    PITTSFIELD – Sebasticook Valley Hospital President and CEO John C. May recently announced that Avatar International has recognized the Pittsfield hospital for “exceeding patient expectations in service quality” for the fifth consecutive year. Avatar International measures customer expectations of health care for health care organizations worldwide. Read More
    BANGOR – Mainers are invited to gather at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. l3, at Paul Bunyan Park to send a message to candidates and members of Congress. The rally is to call on elected officials and candidates to “End the War. Build the Peace. Rebuild the Economy.” Amy… Read More
    PITTSFIELD – Spectrum Generations’ Family Caregiver Education and Support Group will meet from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, in the Sebasticook Valley Hospital Cianchette Conference Room at 447 North Main St. Anyone who is a relative, friend, neighbor, or is caring for someone else is welcome… Read More
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    ELLSWORTH – The Ellsworth High School Alumni Association will hold its fifth annual “Walkin’ to School” fundraising walk starting at 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 28. The five-mile walk sponsored by Union Trust raises money for scholarships and to support other school activities. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
    EAST MACHIAS – Maine Emergency Services System representative Stephen Bunker will attend the annual meeting of the Washington County Firefighters Association at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, at the East Machias fire station. Bunker is a member of the Maine Fire Commission, operations manager of… Read More
    COLUMBIA FALLS – A spaghetti luncheon sponsored by Columbia Supermarket and Basel’s Bar will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at Basel’s Bar, 11 Addison Road. All proceeds will go to Angel Garden to buy food for their homebound clients. Angel Garden will… Read More
    BELFAST – A public supper will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Belfast United Methodist Church, 23 Mill Lane. Baked beans, casseroles, salads, rolls, beverages and pies will be served. Admission is $7 for adults and children 5-12, $3.50. Children under 5, free. Read More
    ELLSWORTH – Two local farmers markets will get assistance preparing for the 2009 selling season, due to a grant from Maine Community Foundation. Down East Business Alliance, a division of Washington Hancock Community Agency, received $5,304 from the Maine Community Foundation’s county funds to conduct… Read More
    TRESCOTT – The Cobscook Community Learning Center has partnered with Mercy College of New York to offer Mercy’s online degree program courses at a 30 percent discount rate to residents of Washington and Charlotte counties. Details of the partnership will be discussed at an informational… Read More
    NORTHPORT – The Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition will host an all-day gathering at Knight’s Pond on Saturday, Sept. 6. This is the first of the Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition’s monthly outings for the 2008-09 season. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]];… Read More
    MACHIAS – The Citizens Challenging DECH will gather at 6:30 p.m. today for a candlelight vigil across from the Down East Community Hospital. The public is invited to join them to “exert positive pressure” on the hospital’s administration andtrustees to respond to local concerns about the hospital. Forinformation,… Read More
    BELFAST – A Northport man was arrested on a burglary charge after he was discovered in a shed at the United Methodist Church early Tuesday. Matthew Willis, 21, of Northport was discovered at the church on Mill Lane 12:03 a.m. by Sgt. Walter Corey and… Read More
    American artist and Vinalhaven resident Robert Indiana was already at work on a new sculpture incorporating the word “hope” earlier this year when Illinois Sen. Barack Obama began surging ahead in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination on the strength of the same word. Read More
    CONCORD, N.H. – Two men from Maine and New Hampshire have been indicted on federal charges in connection with home invasions in Dover and Rochester, N.H. Authorities say Anthony Sawyer, 49, of Rollingsford, N.H., and Roger Guilbault, 46, of Kittery, Maine, were indicted on charges… Read More
    Labor Day weekend is really a labor of love for volunteers at Leonard’s Mills from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, at the Maine Forest and Logging Museum on Government Road off Route 178 in Bradley. Admission is free for museum members, or… Read More
    PORTLAND – Prosecutors have decided against pursuing criminal charges against a Maine lawyer who flew into a rage and spanked his 20-year-old daughter in part over a $5,000 cell phone bill. James Phipps’ attorney said the case was filed for dismissal in Portland District Court… Read More
    PORTLAND – Blood supplies across northern New England are precariously low, and the Red Cross hopes for more donors before the Labor Day weekend. Susan Parmer, the organization’s CEO for northern New England, said the Labor Day holiday is a great concern. It comes at… Read More
    AUGUSTA – The Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care has received a $25,000 donation from a former Olympic gold-medal figure skater. Scott Hamilton, one of the world’s top figure skaters in the 1980s, won a gold in men’s singles figure skating at the 1984 Winter… Read More
    A breakdown of how the new Bangor traffic calming policy works: For a street, section of a street or neighborhood to be considered for traffic calming measures, it would have to meet the following conditions: googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]];… Read More
    PORTER – Police say a New Hampshire man was killed while riding his bicycle with other family members just over the border in Maine. Troopers said John Lacaillade II, 38, of Meredith, N.H., was run over Monday by a tractor-trailer as it met two oncoming… Read More
    BELFAST – The U.S. Department of Agriculture will allocate $99,000 in Emergency Conservation Program funding to three Maine counties to help farmers and ranchers rehabilitate land damaged by last year’s ice storms and other natural disasters. Aroostook County will receive $85,000, Lincoln County $5,000 and… Read More
    CONCORD, N.H. – Officials at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport are working to head off a potential crisis as airlines continue cutting flights, and seats, even as the number of passengers using the airport continues to rise. The latest blow came from Southwest Airlines, which announced it… Read More
    AUGUSTA – The Maine Education Opportunity Center will hold free workshops in Essentials of College Planning at the following times and locations: . Aroostook County: 9 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 4 and 11, Houlton Higher Education Center, 8 Military St.; 9 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, Presque… Read More
    BANGOR – Virginia runner Tommy Neeson will begin a charity run today from Maine to Florida to raise support and awareness for Ronald McDonald House Charities. His route begins at the Ronald McDonald House in Bangor. Neeson is running in memory of his young daughter… Read More
    SKOWHEGAN – A Waterville man accused of shooting his estranged wife in front of their two sons will be tried before a judge in November. Court officials say Justice Nancy Mills granted Richard Reynolds’ motion to have evidence heard by the judge instead of a… Read More
    SOUTH PORTLAND – A suicidal man who was shot to death during a confrontation with police was the chief financial officer of a health care company who had a series of struggles in three days leading up to his death. South Portland police were familiar… Read More
    Luis Ayala, who guided the Foxcroft Academy wrestling team to a pair of Class C state championships and five consecutive Eastern Maine titles in eight years as the Ponies’ head coach, has resigned from that position. Ayala cited professional reasons for the move. His job… Read More
    Central differences If you were surprised to find cheese as an option on your roast beef sandwich last time you got lunch at Bagel Central, here’s why: the beloved Bangor dining spot ceased operating as a kosher establishment several months ago. Be that as it… Read More