MONROE – A Medway man with a history of speeding violations was behind the wheel Monday night when his company truck went off the road, killing one of his passengers. State police are saying speed was a probable factor in the crash that killed William… Read More
The state of Maine paid more money in overtime than it did in salary in 2007 to a nurse at the Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center in Bangor. A civil engineer with the Maine Department of Transportation racked up $16,000 in mileage reimbursements. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
BANGOR – Critics and supporters of Plum Creek’s housing and resort plan for the Moosehead Lake region made closing arguments Tuesday to state regulators winding down their review of the largest development proposal in Maine history. For most parties, Tuesday’s hearing was the last chance… Read More
HOULTON – A Monticello man died as the result of a wood-splitting accident Monday evening, according to police. David Violette, 58, apparently bled to death after the accident, which occurred in a wooded area approximately one-half mile east of U.S. Route 1. The accident was… Read More
ELLSWORTH – Lobstermen will ask fishery regulators to open the herring fishery to additional days of fishing today when they meet with representatives from Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission in New Hampshire. The herring catch provides lobster fishermen with the bait they need, and restrictions… Read More
A story that ran on Page B3 [B2] in some [all] editions of the Tuesday paper needs clarification. While the town of Hermon is working with a contractor for a potential community recreation building, a contractor has not yet been selected. Read More
CAMDEN – In leaving his position as economic development specialist for the Knox-Waldo Regional Economic Development Council, Alan Hinsey is broadening his target area from midcoast Maine to the whole state. At age 54, Hinsey is resigning from his post, effective Oct. 15, to start… Read More
FORT KENT – Getting a pulse on the economy of the region is crucial to helping the area sustain and expand its current infrastructure, and a recent visit to Aroostook County by the Finance Authority of Maine helped board members, business officials and state and local leaders better… Read More
AUGUSTA – The state Labor Department said Maine’s minimum wage will increase by a quarter an hour to $7.25 as of Oct. 1. The increase from $7 will be the first in a two-step increase that will lift Maine’s minimum wage to $7.50 per hour… Read More
We should not elect Sen. John McCain because he will continue President Bush’s policies. President Bush’s unprovoked war with Iraq has sowed bad will around the world toward America. As a result, he has increased, rather than decreased the threat of terrorism. He has flouted treaties against torture,… Read More
Maine’s former Sen. George Mitchell, who led a recent conference in Portland, is one of many who are pressing for a bipartisan solution to the nation’s mounting health care crisis. The time for action should come under a new Congress and a new president. The… Read More
Maine Attorney General Steven Rowe says 20 percent of the lawyers who work in his office effectively spend their days working on child protection matters – trying to remove children from abusive, neglectful homes, or working to get parents back on track so they can keep their kids. Read More
Like a surprise comet, Alaska’s Sarah Palin is shooting across the American political sky, inspiring great hope in many and an almost apocalyptic fear in others. Some see her as the epitome of a very successful, even model woman, balancing family and career and staying true to her… Read More
On Tuesday, the Land Use Regulation Commission began deliberations on Plum Creek’s development proposal for the Moosehead Region. Today, they will continue their discussion. The majority of the 1,700 citizen-submitted comments are against the project, with very few supporting it. The voice of the people… Read More
Blaming the Democratic Congress for $4 gas is ridiculous. Most of us know it’s the GOP which pushed back against higher mileage standards for years and that Democrats finally forced a change last year. And it was a Republican Congress and administration which reduced oversight on oil-price speculation,… Read More
In the letter “McCain’s trade” (BDN, Sept. 15), a reader from Dedham recently described Eisenhower as “an example of a weak president.” I don’t know if the gentleman lived through the Eisenhower administration or not, but I did. Some of the “weaknesses” of President Eisenhower… Read More
I was relieved to read the “Prescription to Talk” editorial (BDN, Sept. 13-14), an insightful description of the situation in Machias regarding the Down East Community Hospital. The concerns of the people of the Machias area are not about the hospital staff that is presently employed; our concerns… Read More
Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. American, you now own a few investment firms, banking and lending institutions, and a really big insurance company. What a bargain! You practically stole them. You always get a great deal when you go to those “going out of business” sales. Read More
It’s no surprise to learn that times are tough for low-income working families in Maine – and likely will get tougher. But policy changes on the state level could relieve some of the pressure on the people who are in the most dire straits, according… Read More
HAMPDEN – Voters in the three towns comprising SAD 22 approved a referendum on Tuesday to borrow $51.6 million that will fund the most expensive school project in state history. According to unofficial results late Tuesday, 969 voters in Hampden favored the referendum while 280… Read More
FAIRFIELD – A large truck carrying 18 tons of cattle feed overturned on the bridge just north of town at 12:30 p.m., closing Interstate 95 to all northbound traffic. “The truck struck the guard rails and overturned on its side,” State Police spokesman Stephen McCausland… Read More
EAST MILLINOCKET – Melissa Creehan and her 3-year-old daughter, Chloe, have a wish list, and Kelly Willigar and Debbie Currie are attempting to fulfill it. Chloe has a rare skin disease, Epidermolytic Hyperkeratosis, and her mother cannot afford items that would make Chloe’s life more… Read More
With a total population of about 33,300, Washington County accounts for only 2.5 percent of the population of Maine. Yet that population is the oldest and poorest in the state with the highest rates of teen and adult smoking, obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Those… Read More
PITTSFIELD – SAD 53, faced with $175,000 in lost revenue next year because of a failed school consolidation vote by a proposed partner, is looking to new legislation to bail it out. SAD 53 did everything right in the consolidation process, according to state and… Read More
MONROE – The Gallery of Forest Hart invites the public to a benefit art opening 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, hosted by Susan and Forest Hart. Advance tickets are available for $25 each. Hors d’oeuvres, wine and nonalcoholic beverages will be served at the fundraiser, and Forest Hart… Read More
ORONO – It’s just a grassy, lumpy, rocky field right now, but by this time next year a building that will house the Orono Public Library could be standing on it. More than 100 residents and supporters attended a Tuesday afternoon groundbreaking for the library,… Read More
OLD TOWN – Festival organizers will present the annual Riverfest celebration Friday through Sunday, Sept. 26-28, at the Riverfront Park. The schedule is: Friday, Sept. 26 googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = []; var has_banner = false; for… Read More
ELLSWORTH – A Bangor man was arrested Monday on Mount Desert Island shortly after he sold heroin to undercover drug enforcement agents, according to authorities. Robert “BJ” Power, 29, has been charged with aggravated trafficking in heroin, a Class A felony punishable by up to… Read More
BANGOR – The American Red Cross Bangor Donor Center will enter every blood donor into a raffle to win $200 worth of home heating fuel. The promotion began Sept. 23 and will continue to the end of the month. The center will be open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays,… Read More
BANGOR – The Bangor post office will host a passport day 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at Husson College as a way for local residents to quickly and conveniently navigate the process of obtaining documents necessary for international travel. New this year are passport… Read More
BANGOR – The Tri County Local Workforce Investment Board will host a seminar titled “Shaping Opportunities, Connecting Youth, Educators and Employers,” 8 a.m.-noon Thursday, Sept. 25, at Bangor Savings Bank’s G. Clifton Eames Learning Center at 203 Maine Ave. Participants from the fields of business… Read More
MACHIAS – As part of Smithsonian magazine’s nationwide Museum Day event, the Burnham Tavern Museum will be open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27. Members of the Hannah Weston Chapter, DAR, will lead tours in colonial dress throughout the day. This is a special opportunity… Read More
CALAIS – Calais Regional Hospital has announced that Dr. John Tkach will continue to practice at the Calais Regional Medical Services office. Patients may schedule appointments by calling 454-8195. Read More
EASTPORT – The 2008 Eastport Salmon Festival Committee and the Eastport Chamber of Commerce will hold a Salmon Sunday Dinner on Sunday, Oct. 12, at the Eastport Elementary School. The dinner had been scheduled for Sept. 7 during the Salmon Festival but was canceled because… Read More
MACHIAS – The Senior Companion Program, a volunteer program for older Americans, needs volunteers. The program offers a unique opportunity to become involved with people. Adults who are interested in becoming a senior companion must be over 60 years of age and meet income eligibility… Read More
BELFAST – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency in Waldo County reminds farmers and other landowners with base acres and yields that they have until Sept. 30 to initiate a contract under the 2008 Direct and Counter-Cyclical Payment Program. To be eligible for… Read More
BUCKSPORT – The Cancer Support Center of Maine will host a wine tasting 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, at the Bucksport Golf Club on Route 46 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A donation of $25 to the center permits access to samples of… Read More
WHITNEYVILLE – The Washington County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its annual potluck supper and present a conservation award at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, in the Hillgrove Community Hall on Route 1A in Whitneyville. There is no charge for this meal. Attendees are requested to… Read More
BELFAST – An informational meeting for anyone interested in joining a photo safari to Tanzania in June 2009 will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, at the Belfast Area High School Room 210. The safari is for amateur and professional photographers as well as wildlife enthusiasts… Read More
ELLSWORTH – “Buying Plants on eBay” will be the subject of the Eastern Maine Orchid Society’s monthly meeting at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Community of Christ Church, 283 State St. EMOS co-president Sue Rudnicki of Carmel will explain the process of searching… Read More
ELLSWORTH – Hospice of Hancock County will offer the following support groups for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one: . “Adults Who Have Lost a Parent or Sibling” – 5:30-7 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 25-Nov. 13. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot… Read More
JONESPORT – The Community of Christ Church will hold its annual Harvest Buffet at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11. Advance tickets cost $10 each and may be purchased from Sharon Church at Hamilton Marine (formerly Church’s True Value) or from any Community of Christ member. For information, call… Read More
ELLSWORTH – Hospice of Hancock County has several opportunities available for those who would like to get involved with hospice or bereavement support services. Volunteer training classes for bereavement facilitators (grief support persons) and patient care volunteers will begin Tuesday, Oct. 7, and Wednesday, Oct. Read More
FORT KENT – A handful of residents along a 400-foot section of private road won’t have to plow snow this winter thanks to action taken at the regular council meeting Monday night. The town and its contracted snow removal company have been maintaining a portion… Read More
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Following are divorces granted in 13th District Court in Dover-Foxcroft during June on grounds of irreconcilable differences: Jeffrey A. Dyer, Abbot, and Teresa Dyer, Guilford, married at Guilford, date not provided; shared parental rights, one child. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes =… Read More
CARMEL – Shannon Lee, the owner of two pit bulls who were put to sleep Monday after escaping her home and attacking a neighbor’s dog over the weekend, says she is upset about how the town’s animal control officer handled the situation. “I was told… Read More
BANGOR – Public officials and candidates for public office are invited to an educational program concerning adult day services 1:30-3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, at Westgate Manor, 750 Union St. The program will feature “Supporting Your Constituents with Alzheimer’s disease” by Kathryn G. Pears, MPPM, director of public… Read More
MARSHFIELD – A 17-year-old girl has been missing for more than a week, her family said Tuesday, and they have offered a $1,000 reward for information leading to her location and safe return. Britany Carter ran away the night of Tuesday, Sept. 16, her father,… Read More
PORTLAND – Jurors went home without a verdict Tuesday in the manslaughter trial of a Massachusetts boater accused of causing a fatal collision on a Maine lake. Prosecutors argued that Robert LaPointe, 39, of Medway, Mass., was recklessly zooming across Long Lake at night when… Read More
AUGUSTA – An Allagash Wilderness Waterway ranger who has been charged with hunting moose in closed season and with night hunting has been placed on paid administrative leave. Department of Conservation Ranger Reid Caron, 30, and Jess Mcbreairty, 44, both of Allagash, were charged with… Read More
NEWPORT – The second story of a home on Old Bangor Road was destroyed Tuesday morning when a fire that began in a mattress apparently spread to the rest of the upstairs. Newport Assistant Fire Chief Jeff Chretien said the fire began in a child’s… Read More
ELLSWORTH – A Hancock County jury has acquitted a Surry man on charges of unlawful sexual contact. The jury found George Gray, 42, not guilty on a felony charge of unlawful sexual contact involving a 6-year-old girl last year and a misdemeanor charge of unlawful… Read More
PORTLAND – A woman who allowed a child under her supervision to drown in a day care swimming pool in Maine was fined Tuesday. Patricia Lobley, 63, of Westbrook was ordered to pay the maximum $2,000 fine under a plea agreement in which she was spared from jail. Read More
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Maine could certainly use your help, reports program assistant Jamie Brooks. The Ellsworth organization “is partnering with area elementary schools to provide on-site mentoring for children who could use a caring friend,” Brooks wrote of the program that is… Read More
AUGUSTA – Democrat Chellie Pingree and Republican Charlie Summers each claimed endorsements in Maine’s 1st District congressional race Tuesday. The Maine State Nurses Association endorsed Pingree. The group’s president, Maureen Caristi, said Pingree will fight for the best interests of patients and nurses in Congress. Read More
WATERVILLE – A Bath man whose dream car turned into a nightmare is suing because the dealership that sold the car failed to disclose it was a “lemon buyback” from California. Fran Fontanez says his used 2003 Saab 9-3 had been in the shop 17… Read More
AUGUSTA – Mainers eager to keep their shorelines and coastal watersheds beautiful may take part in Coastal Cleanup this fall during Maine Coastweek, being held this week through Sept. 27. The event is sponsored annually by the Maine Coastal Program, Coastal Cleanup. Last year 2,495 participants of all… Read More
AUGUSTA – The Maine Educational Opportunity Center will be hosting free Essentials of College Planning workshops at the following locations and times: Aroostook County: 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1, Presque Isle CareerCenter, 66 Spruce St., Suite 1, Presque Isle; 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, Houlton… Read More
PORTLAND – A former partner in a prominent Portland law firm was sentenced Tuesday in Cumberland County Superior Court to 28 months in prison for stealing about $300,000 from his clients and the firm. John Duncan, 54, of Falmouth will serve his felony theft sentence… Read More
WASHINGTON – The Census Bureau said Maine’s immigrant population grew at a faster rate than it did nationally. According to estimates released Tuesday by the Census Bureau, the number of foreign-born people living in Maine rose from 41,956 in 2006 to 44,464 in 2007, representing… Read More
PRESQUE ISLE – The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the surrounding community are mourning the loss of Caroline Gentile, associate professor emeritus of education for the university and its longest serving faculty member. She died Friday, Sept. 19, at age 84. Gentile was… Read More
UNITY – A Unity College student has been charged with assaulting and terrorizing his female roommates earlier this month. Adam M. Grella, 24, of Wallingford, Conn., was summoned on three counts of assault and one count of terrorizing as a result of the incidents that… Read More
ROCKLAND – After a first half in which Belfast peppered Rockland’s goal with 11 shots, the visiting Lions managed just three shots in the second. The end result was the same, however, as the Lions scored one goal in each half to beat Rockland 2-0… Read More
BANGOR – After a couple of tough losses to Old Town and Ellsworth, the John Bapst girls soccer team desperately needed momentum heading into another tough matchup with Presque Isle later this week. The Crusaders generated tons of it, erupting for five unanswered first-half goals,… Read More
BANGOR – Chris Fogler has been one of the state’s most versatile track and field performers for the last two years, as well as a top-notch soccer player at John Bapst High of Bangor. Now he’s taken that versatility to a new sport as a… Read More
Keith Carney feels he has something to prove. The former University of Maine All-American has established himself as a dependable National Hockey League defenseman with 1,018 NHL regular season games under his belt for five different teams. He has 45 goals and 183 assists. googletag.cmd.push(function… Read More
Fall is here, but don’t expect me to book any trips to check out the foliage. After the first six trees, it gets old quickly. It’s the most beautiful time of year in Maine and it is also a special time in sports with the… Read More
BRADY VOSE Vose, a senior from Mattanawcook Academy of Lincoln team, has been named LTC football player of the week. Vose rushed for 68 yards on 15 carries during the Lynx?s 14-8 win over Orono and also returned an interception 55 yards for a touchdown. Read More
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FARMINGTON – Greg Cavanaugh and Paul Robins scored second half goals to lead Saint Joseph’s College of Standish past the University of Maine at Farmington 2-0 in men’s soccer action Tuesday afternoon. Will Pike turned away eight shots for the 3-3-2 Monks. googletag.cmd.push(function () {… Read More
WOODLAND – Ashley Laking scored off a Kacie Burke corner kick with just two seconds left in the second overtime to give Woodland a 1-0 schoolgirl soccer win over Shead of Eastport Tuesday. Taylor Cochran rejected eight of nine shots for 4-2-1 Woodland. googletag.cmd.push(function ()… Read More
GUILFORD – Five players scored goals to lead Searsport High School to a 5-1 schoolgirl soccer victory over Piscataquis Community High School of Guilford Tuesday. Brooke Lindelof, Sara Bradshaw, Olivia Quigley, Tianna Faunce and Kali Berenyi scored for 6-1-1 Searsport. Shannon Higgins and Paige Bradshaw… Read More
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A dash of whimsy goes into the freshly made soups at Pizza Oven in Bangor. Gary Jewell Jr., who operates the 25-year-old family-owned business with his mother, Kate, said he usually has music playing in the background as he prepares the ingredients for the soups… Read More
For Smokey McKeen, the newly appointed Oyster Czar for this year’s Pemaquid Oyster Festival, drowning an oyster in cocktail sauce before eating it is akin to deep-frying filet mignon and then dipping it in ranch dressing – it’s just wrong. Among his first proclamations as czar, McKeen has… Read More
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