http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=960&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com Daily news stories for the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram en-us Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:34:24 GMT Carl Natale 2012-02-11T06:34:24Z en-us http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139137659&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FNewspapers-citizen-investor-walks-a-fine-line.html Can a donor with such prominent political ties make it work? He can if the journalism – done ‘without fear or favor’ – comes first, experts say. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:34:24 GMT 9d4e4bf4d0ac144cf70e51e7393a4b49 Brenda Boykin 2012-02-11T06:34:24Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139141104&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fin-maine-visit-romney-takes-jabs-at-obama_2012-02-11.html On the eve of Maine caucuses, the candidate promises a return to 'conservative principles'. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:32:08 GMT 4489efa0441724a781d1c4e4beb1ee3e 2012-02-11T06:32:08Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139140394&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Flocal_region-dispatches_2012-02-11.html Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:55:04 GMT b74f5e09a3947fe29328509e6e461875 2012-02-11T05:55:04Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139141094&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fdiocese-calls-contraception-plan-first-step_2012-02-11.html It wants to analyze an exemption for religious-affiliated employers. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:45:59 GMT 7eac8ebd04aa84f6bb56a577b98b1230 2012-02-11T05:45:59Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139120044&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FAG-Poliquin-can-serve-but-shouldnt-manage-businesses.html Bruce Poliquin may own businesses, but others must manage them, the attorney general writes in a letter. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:45:39 GMT 4bb4a0b8527ce42b5c04cd254287e4ac Brenda Boykin 2012-02-11T05:45:39Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139141089&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fdecampment-occupy-tents-gone-but-protest-survives_2012-02-11.html City workers move in to Lincoln Park, filling Dumpsters with the remains of the campers' four-month stay. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:45:16 GMT 7edbd592857fc0461f76f7c3b426801f 2012-02-11T05:45:16Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139140369&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Faugusta-residents-fight-aquaculture-proposal_2012-02-11.html One neighbor says he dreads the prospect of 'the smell of dead fish wafting through the air.' Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:03:17 GMT c765198ab98ef2090b53f9e1e6533b55 2012-02-11T05:03:17Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139124049&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaineToday-Media-announces-new-capitalization.html S. Donald Sussman, a prominent Maine philanthropist, will have an equity stake in MaineToday Media and a seat on its board. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:01:35 GMT 33c9575005a5ebf8dc94101f442e5f1c Angie Muhs 2012-02-11T05:01:35Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139140374&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fbreaking-the-ice-on-a-new-hallowell-arena_2012-02-11.html A groundbreaking is scheduled for next week following last winter's collapse of the old structure's roof. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:00:13 GMT cc6e80341555c9ecdfb73e160bc33800 2012-02-11T05:00:13Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139139569&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fobamas-maine-visit-will-include-south-portland-fundraiser_2012-02-11.html Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:54:20 GMT 7ccfda1f0661578ff9914112da5563ee 2012-02-11T04:54:20Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139139559&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Ffishermen-say-cod-cuts-would-devastate-fishery_2012-02-11.html Gulf of Maine fishermen get a partial reprieve this year, but likely face substantial cuts in 2013. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:49:13 GMT c5773274f6263364cbf6ac4d9b5961b5 2012-02-11T04:49:13Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139139564&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fformer-podiatrist-appears-in-court_2012-02-11.html John Perry pleads not guilty to drug and health-care fraud charges arising from alleged writing of illegal prescriptions. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:47:37 GMT e5376e62a53e5c34484f8dc79a0df3d2 2012-02-11T04:47:37Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139139584&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fwall-street-journals-zaslow-dies-in-car-crash_2012-02-11.html Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:44:57 GMT e52edb2e9757bd6ae89191c7ed98e231 2012-02-11T04:44:57Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139138894&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fbowdoins-museum-chief-is-leaving-job_2012-02-11.html Kevin Salatino is credited with bringing in exceptional exhibitions, including an Edward Hopper show. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:26:14 GMT 69a4d6c026ba1e033206aafcdae9efaa 2012-02-11T04:26:14Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139138904&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fstudy-buddies_2012-02-11.html USM fashions new spaces that connect students to resources and encourage collaborative learning Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:23:55 GMT 0d6888065fac117e219861f71baf39fd 2012-02-11T04:23:55Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139122799&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FLive-Blog-Mitt-Romney-comes-to-Maine.html Mitt Romney spoke in Portland on Friday, hoping to fend off a challenge from Rep. Ron Paul in Saturday's Maine Republican causes. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:16:54 GMT 92e951faf0d0278273478501c9a63c25 Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-11T04:16:54Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139136329&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fworld-dispatches-_2012-02-11.html Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:09:41 GMT 81784e47d05f55d2c9d39112ff4a3670 2012-02-11T04:09:41Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139138239&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fsonny-noel-87-one-of-states-most-respected-baseball-umpires_2012-02-11.html Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:01:00 GMT f0bfa394fddf3f53f6e6daddb801d43b 2012-02-11T04:01:00Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139138099&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FRomney-and-Paul-Not-allies-but-not-foes-either.html Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:48:48 GMT 905e83b2f21443632230d7255f2cea60 Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-11T03:48:48Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139084259&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FTheyre-back-Social-issues-overtake-US-politics-.html Social issues don't typically dominate the discussion in shaky economies, but all of a sudden, abortion, contraception and gay marriage are at the center of American political discourse. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:41:26 GMT 5e5f56bc3efb94f65adbcef83373915d Rick Wakely 2012-02-11T03:41:26Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139134909&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fsuicide-bombers-kill-28-in-syria_2012-02-11.html The government blames terrorists, but rebels say the regime set off the blasts to discredit them. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:10:04 GMT 342140a02429bc290561ce311b680089 2012-02-11T03:10:04Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139135489&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fmore-than-4-million-americans-have-artificial-knees-study-shows_2012-02-11.html Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:02:35 GMT 7701c8089cb36006a09e2b168e7640ae 2012-02-11T03:02:35Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139133244&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fmaine-gop-leader-winner-gets-boost_2012-02-11.html The caucuses will give a lift to Romney or Paul, Charlie Webster says. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:50:59 GMT 7d41e6e97552d0c357bb829676086bd1 2012-02-11T02:50:59Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139134904&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fobama-readies-budget-that-would-raise-some-taxes_2012-02-11.html The president's plan includes dropping some tax preferences and letting Bush-era cuts expire. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:46:19 GMT dceb0b909e022766099359322f02ce4e 2012-02-11T02:46:19Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139134274&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fteen-shoots-himself-in-school-cafeteria_2012-02-11.html Authorities say 14-year-old Hunter Mack had been upset over a 'relationship issue' with a girl. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:22:27 GMT d79e9e7f894636cb85a5f1d676901b41 2012-02-11T02:22:27Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139130749&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fboston-tv-radio-host-maynard-dies-at-82_2012-02-11.html Dave Maynard was also known for his fundraising campaigns for Children's Hospital in Boston. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:17:07 GMT d51e1c9dabeecb519605d950251719d0 2012-02-11T02:17:07Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139131654&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fin-focus-social-issues-_2012-02-11.html Social issues are suddenly hot election-year topics and could reignite the culture wars that dominated the '90s. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 01:03:14 GMT 0b79aefa983d275121fb778f7956b705 2012-02-11T01:03:14Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139123969&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FState-budget-available-online.html The budget is necessary to fill a hole at the Department of Health and Human Services. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:34:59 GMT b90f28271b213ef478fd41c549c47928 Betty Adams 2012-02-10T22:34:59Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139082134&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FGroups-demand-new-probe-into-Marine-photo-.html The Marines say they thought the "SS" in the shape of white lightning bolts was a nod to sniper scouts – not a symbol of Hitler's notorious SS unit. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:29:59 GMT 94a4021df6bd1054e39e47994718ec45 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T21:29:59Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139116559&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-logging-company-fined-35000-for-violations.html The Maine Forest Service says a Madison logging company has agreed to pay a $35,000 fine for violating the state's clear-cutting laws. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:21:20 GMT 096ed8d9ebecb69a165e2c82bd481943 Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-10T21:21:20Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139107484&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2F139107484.html New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski had arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle Friday, an injury that severely hampered the Pro Bowl tight end in the Super Bowl. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:18:56 GMT 0d2fe27ceb16bfc8cee3fca9e37a042f Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-10T21:18:56Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139081624&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBoy-2-men-plucked-from-ocean-in-dramatic-rescue-.html It was their first time crossing the ocean, but the three from Edmonton, Canada, were experienced sailors and had come equipped. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:07:04 GMT d5e5bc5af6b87e9169980320845782fc Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T21:07:04Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139086289&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FObama-to-change-birth-control-rule.html After weeks of growing controversy, President Barack Obama announced a compromise Friday that will protect religious liberty but also ensure that women have free access to birth control. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:59:18 GMT 4c9e8d49516fc0a100f2933bd4a519d9 Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-10T20:59:18Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139079899&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FOccupy-Maine-up-against-deadline-again-.html Portland public services crews accompanied by four police officers arrived at Lincoln Park at 1 p.m. today to complete the dismantling of the Occupy Maine encampment. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:54:21 GMT f9232aa2be192d27522606692ba55231 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T20:54:21Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139110504&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBowdoin-Museum-director-takes-West-Coast-job.html Kevin Salatino will leave the Brunswick college this summer to become the director of art collections at The Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, Calif. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:38:30 GMT fccc24044b0a0ac564c8c948741ce73c Angie Muhs 2012-02-10T20:38:30Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139105964&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FSantorum-to-conservatives-Dont-settle-for-Romney.html Presidential candidate Rick Santorum implored conservatives Friday not to settle for Mitt Romney's more moderate record, instead insisting they nominate an unapologetic conservative. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:09:01 GMT 5f3f58525e6256e61e2586fc701585bf Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-10T19:09:01Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139096834&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBoy-killed-in-camper-trailer-fire-in-Maine.html Christian Rand was staying home from school when a fire swept through the camper trailer this morning. His parents were away at the time of the fire. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:00:22 GMT c6543c9de56fe9eb090f7bd853efedb4 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T19:00:22Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139104194&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FRussian-officer-convicted-of-being-CIA-spy.html Lt. Col. Vladimir Nesterets reportedly pleaded guilty to passing on classified information in exchange for money. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:54:13 GMT e02d15179b672f13c93ce994f4027a43 Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-10T18:54:13Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139098749&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FObama-trip-to-Maine.html Tickets to the event at the Portland Marriott at Sable Oaks will begin at $100 and go all the way up to $10,000. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:23:45 GMT b07c1742315fa8814fd5f2c958585375 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T18:23:45Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139071774&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fromney-takes-to-maines-airwaves_2012-02-10.html The former Massachusetts governor arrives in Maine for a rally today and he'll drop by two caucus sites on Saturday to try to stave off rival Ron Paul. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:06:20 GMT 1fc89abbf0817bb2c4abb057b21d0055 2012-02-10T18:06:20Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139090259&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFormer-podiatrist-pleads-not-guilty-to-.html John Perry is accused of writing illegal prescriptions at bars and a strip club and charging some people at least $500 for an oxycodone prescription. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:45:18 GMT 2f404e1da279572b3afd8e60c35ad653 Angie Muhs 2012-02-10T17:45:18Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139082579&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FNearly-1-in-20-adults-over-50-have-fake-knees-.html And as artificial knees wear out, many recipients will live long enough to almost certainly need a second or even third replacement. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:03:49 GMT 7e300317440c63da94e3ea73eb3b935b Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T16:03:49Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=84970402&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FPolice-Beat.html The latest police log from your area. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:49:15 GMT f511fdb4021620c358133212298fc7d9 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T15:49:15Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139071769&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fdapolito-guilty-could-get-life-term_2012-02-10.html Jurors took under three hours to decide the drug dealer killed his wife, 30, with a shot to her head. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:22:39 GMT b0f9aae763bb5e5739b9a7f457bfaeef 2012-02-10T14:22:39Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139069479&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fstates-freed-of-no-child-left-behind_2012-02-10.html It could be the beginning of the end for No Child Left Behind. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:06:59 GMT 34b34922c983025a08f5bb1d4723ea7d 2012-02-10T14:06:59Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139082934&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-salmon-protection-allowed-to-go-forward-.html The lawsuit claims a dam on the Kennebec River violates federal law by killing Atlantic salmon, an endangered species. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:06:12 GMT 35263761f35cf9f3551ce4ab36eef99c Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T14:06:12Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139069459&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fcorrupt-former-turnpike-chief-facing-jail-time_2012-02-10.html Paul Violette pleaded guilty to stealing more than $150,000 in the form of credit card charges and gift cards for personal use. He has 60 days of freedom left. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:03:46 GMT 7560ec351ccf166b28364ad9e6700569 2012-02-10T14:03:46Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139069469&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fformer-podiatrist-indicted-on-45-counts_2012-02-10.html John Perry, 50, faces drug and health-care fraud charges for allegedly writing illegal prescriptions. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:03:28 GMT a1cba6d59d872b2e09ee6a96806f5b6d 2012-02-10T14:03:28Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139085504&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFugitive-from-1993-heist-finally-arrested.html After nearly two decades as a fugitive, a British man suspected of stealing $1.5 million from an armored car has been captured in Missouri. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:58:55 GMT 5a21e7897fcaf8785013b6dfa826f093 Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-10T13:58:55Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139065769&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fforeclosure-exposer-gets-his-reward_2012-02-10.html Tom Cox of Portland knew he was onto something in June 2010 when a GMAC employee admitted that, no, he didn't read the thousands of foreclosure documents he signed each day... Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:50:19 GMT 4c9023eaacfa681120cd827293d5b10d By BILL NEMITZColumnist 2012-02-10T13:50:19Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139084519&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FForeign-donations-are-a-risk-with-Super-PACs.html Foreign political donations are illegal, but could be happening because of Super PACs. It's another side effect of the Supreme Court's controversial Citizens United ruling. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:47:09 GMT 6ba7ee489fc8d9a8633470c8758bcfe6 Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-10T13:47:09Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139070269&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fpriest-dioceses-plan-to-cut-costs-hurts-clergymen_2012-02-10.html The Boston Archdiocese's proposal to cut costs by organizing its 290 parishes into 125 groups that share resources could crush its pastors, a veteran priest said. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:36:21 GMT 84b5c28c1f53c6d43321b0ee55f83f27 2012-02-10T13:36:21Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139080209&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFarewell-ceremony-to-be-held-for-Maine-guard-unit-.html This will be the third deployment to the Mideast for the 126th Aviation Regiment's medevac unit. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:03:35 GMT f86f5f022d9489b6ec0bb6e3640ebc12 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T13:03:35Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139083224&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FTowers-next-in-Memorial-Bridge-demolition.html A crane barge will arrive to dismantle the two towers once used to raise and lower the center span. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:02:44 GMT ac84c29bfca35f66ccc4a1a7db9caeb0 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T13:02:44Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139082829&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBangor-named-finish-line-for-national-race-.html The eight-day, 2,500-mile road race is described as a cross between "Cannonball Run" and "The Amazing Race." Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:54:25 GMT 50be7566b1888676cfcd239ac52a54d3 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T12:54:25Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139081069&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2F3-Gardiners-firefighters-demoted-as-punishment.html The firefighters, including a captain and a union president, engaged in inappropriate conduct against a city employee, according to documents released Thursday. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:59:23 GMT 183b172e9acdcf4f1ddc396ce7e4ca6c BY MECHELE COOPER Staff Writer 2012-02-10T11:59:23Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139080994&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FPickup-truck-driver-dies-in-Bristol-crash.html Lincoln County sheriff's deputies say the truck left the road, crashed into several trees, and ejected the driver, whose name has not been released. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:52:03 GMT d60ed67a79a259e8f2f3f1a7b9dfecfe Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T11:52:03Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139060194&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-dispatches_2012-02-10.html Cape seventh-grader spells 21 words to win county bee / Man going to jail for perjury tied to worker's comp checks / Portland man sentenced in theft of goods from Walmart / . . . and more news from around Maine. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:47:15 GMT afa51dd38cfe1a0a3b5431e1f1c70b9c 2012-02-10T11:47:15Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139080659&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FToboggan-teams-face-off-in-Maine-races-.html More than 400 two-, three- and four-person teams are expected to participate in this weekend's races at the Camden Snow Bowl. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:38:19 GMT 782b9de66f56ba447fa9806dc4699687 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T11:38:19Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139080519&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-top-forest-ranger-retires-.html Bill Williams started his career in 1977 as a summer campsite ranger at Moosehead Lake. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:28:07 GMT 1aeec28e8a0548d38ca7927221bc0958 Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T11:28:07Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139080339&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBig-marine-crane-arriving-in-Maine-.html The $4.2 million marine crane with a 144-metric-ton lift capacity will be owned by the state. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:16:40 GMT 0efa31a1a460a800e4c8a1dff942704d Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T11:16:40Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139069494&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fstudents-return-to-new-teachers_2012-02-10.html An entire elementary school staff is replaced after two teachers are accused of lewd acts. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:08:21 GMT b1902742d62552ee18ed122c4eb5bccb 2012-02-10T06:08:21Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139067189&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fin-focus-housing-market-settlement_2012-02-10.html The landmark $25 billion settlement with the five largest servicers is also about helping those harmed. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:05:33 GMT 02c0af138f08c26b023ce08b14ced037 2012-02-10T06:05:33Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139054869&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fcourt-system-to-tighten-up-bail-guidelines-for-abusers_2012-02-10.html Maine’s chief justice says from now on, commissioners must consider criminal histories before setting bail. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:50:03 GMT e3512ef688d0f6cf9783652fe6b7d267 2012-02-10T05:50:03Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139069464&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fcutler-files-website-called-protected-speech_2012-02-10.html In federal court, lawyers for the creator of The Cutler Files argue that he was following a tradition dating to the nation’s founding. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:48:03 GMT 21ff9a759185832b9b80582734b5eb34 2012-02-10T05:48:03Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139056384&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fpublic-support-grows-to-save-vt_-pig-decal_2012-02-10.html But a new Facebook page supports keeping the pig in the decal found on some Vermont State Police cars. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:25:48 GMT 3562489e306252ba3d8d86714844bbcc 2012-02-10T05:25:48Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139070264&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fadvocates-voice-fears-about-oil-pipeline_2012-02-10.html The prospect of transporting 'tar sands' crude to Portland from Canada draws more than 200 to a forum at USM. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:57:14 GMT 968c927a2ed2ebb4cd5859591129af58 2012-02-10T04:57:14Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139064784&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fsmall-plane-crashes-in-n_h_-killing-pilot_2012-02-10.html Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:21:30 GMT 5f53e084e159e93b63bcb1f1cdea2631 2012-02-10T03:21:30Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139064144&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fsyrian-humanitarian-crisis-worsens-under-attacks_2012-02-10.html Neighborhoods are under heavy government assault and medical supplies and blood are scarce. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:05:54 GMT 4508e362baec6c17430c5265cd463b89 2012-02-10T03:05:54Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139064134&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fhouse-ban-congress-from-profiting-on-insider-data_2012-02-10.html The bill passes 417-2, a sign that members are eager to boost approval ratings. The Senate bill is a bit different. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:00:16 GMT 66a4bc48bc6052f6e82e035b5a4dc9cc 2012-02-10T03:00:16Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139064124&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fcargo-ship-rescues-family-adrift-at-sea_2012-02-10.html Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:57:22 GMT a6285596f321e0699f5b52ef89869510 2012-02-10T02:57:22Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=139063574&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fauthorities-seize-15-tons-of-meth-in-western-mexico_2012-02-10.html Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:49:40 GMT f0a8b5bc2e09256f92b488ccf728a462 2012-02-10T02:49:40Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139029019&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FDapolito-jury-begins-deliberations.html The jury convicts Patrick Dapolito in the 2010 shooting death of Kelly Winslow in their Limington home. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:20:23 GMT 0b2a26ad8fdabaa2fc20d8de960f349f Rick Wakely 2012-02-10T02:20:23Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138987919&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fplotting-the-cutler-files_2012-02-09.html A court filing contains Scarcelli campaign emails about attacking the independent on a website, but she insists she was unaware of the plan. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:37:07 GMT 45ac3ef44a154aead2988c3f1bb7bfb7 2012-02-09T21:37:07Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138999749&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FEx-turnpike-chief-to-plead-guilty-to-theft.html Paul Violette's attorney has said Violette agreed to plead guilty in exchange for a prison sentence not to exceed five years. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:57:35 GMT 1d35985c251f5a51c8d0affb47e87656 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T20:57:35Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139038939&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FResearchers-probe-200-year-old-shipwreck-off-RI-.html Can it be the USS Revenge, the ship commanded and lost by Navy hero Oliver Hazard Perry on a stormy January day in 1811? Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:31:15 GMT 4303863a86c6dd671f77640007c21170 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T20:31:15Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139016584&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FStates-banks-reach-25B-foreclosure-abuse-settlement-.html It's the biggest settlement involving a single industry since a 1998 multistate tobacco deal. Under the agreement, five major banks — Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, Citigroup and Ally Financial — will reduce loans for nearly 1 million households. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:17:52 GMT b81a8f771a46321795f6cb2924678393 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T20:17:52Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139033934&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FNRC-approves-1st-new-nuclear-plant-in-3-decades-.html The federal agency last approved construction of a nuclear plant in 1978, a year before the partial meltdown at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:02:50 GMT 4d517a8950c4a6a6314b7e4ea19cf4f5 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T20:02:50Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138999224&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-chief-justice-to-give-update-to-Legislature-.html Chief Justice Leigh Saufley says bail commissioners must not set bail without reviewing the defendant's criminal history. She also addresses court security in her annual speech to the Legislature. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:58:34 GMT 2798e22dec215f788576fcbd769df6bb Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T19:58:34Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139021624&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFormer-Porltand-podiatrist-indicted-for-writing-illegal-prescriptions.html John Perry, 50, is accused of writing prescriptions with no medical purpose, trading prescriptions for cash and cocaine and fabricating patient charts to cover the illegal prescriptions. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:09:23 GMT 21a879165b31893c481762f5e126d74d Angie Muhs 2012-02-09T19:09:23Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139031054&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-group-opposes-weaker-land-use-agency-.html Environment Maine says the proposed legislation would roll back protection for the 10-million-acre Unorganized Territories. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:04:48 GMT c5e58d214e04e66ce7467eb957ab712d Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T19:04:48Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139029394&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FUnemployment-aid-applications-near-4-year-low-.html The four-week average for applications falls to 366,250, below the mark that generally signals hiring is strong enough to lower the unemployment rate. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:29:22 GMT c9060b68d17b73ba8ebc9d270b62c8ad Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T18:29:22Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138987204&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fcolby-cites-15-students-for-sexual-misconduct_2012-02-09.html None of the students faces criminal charges in what the college newspaper reports is voyeurism. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:04:57 GMT d136b01cfa8bcb67a281025aab0dbda9 2012-02-09T18:04:57Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139012784&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FKodak-to-stop-making-cameras-digital-frames-.html The inventor of Brownie and Instamatic cameras says its consumer business will focus instead on photo printing and inkjet printers. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:01:27 GMT 8ac6d3af9f45bbe01e4bf6f2c1200362 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T18:01:27Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139019059&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-to-get-21M-from-foreclosure-settlement.html Attorney General William Schneider says the settlement is "the best first step to get relief directly to eligible Maine borrowers who were harmed." Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:59:47 GMT 0bca3bd9c44e702cd93140df75441964 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T16:59:47Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139015389&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FHouse-passes-insider-trading-bill-.html The 417-2 vote today will likely send the bill to a House-Senate conference to reconcile differences with a Senate-passed version of the bill. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:06:31 GMT dd70d28026271c65a07028701074f6bd Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T16:06:31Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138987244&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fwestbrook-floats-idea-for-main-st_-site_2012-02-09.html The city's housing authority hopes a design for the Maine Rubber site attracts a partner. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:00:30 GMT 0b882aa08fa273fd5a1d035d7ccebf19 2012-02-09T16:00:30Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139007229&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FN-Maine-college-receives-5M-gift.html Northern Maine Community College officials say a $5 million gift from a Presque Isle native will have a "transformative impact" on the school. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:54:50 GMT 39aaebfa5053f1528054455d417704eb Angie Muhs Only 2012-02-09T15:54:50Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139013689&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-environmental-groups-oppose-tar-sands-pipelines.html The groups are also speaking out against a proposed project to pump tar sands oil from Canada to Portland Harbor. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:46:57 GMT c7aaea80cc56bb37579dccc26a03f8f1 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T15:46:57Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139000664&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFederal-official-10-states-granted-education-waiver-.html The 10 states will be freed from the strict and sweeping requirements of the No Child Left Behind law. Maine officials have said they'll submit a waiver application by mid-February. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:28:40 GMT 48f0c85458905a11d5166d7b23eec507 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T15:28:40Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138987929&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fsweeping-changes-set-out-for-education_2012-02-09.html The governor says his four proposals, including public funding of religious schools, expands opportunities for kids. But critics say the proposals will have harmful effects. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:26:09 GMT 3b1937b94f7569532397030885adaafa 2012-02-09T14:26:09Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138985554&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fdeal-to-reduce-shortfall-brings-praise-attacks_2012-02-09.html A legislative panel hopes its $140 million package wins two-thirds approval, but Gov. LePage says it's flawed. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:23:24 GMT 73efe4f8cb2c5410dd5583e6b4914869 2012-02-09T14:23:24Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138838794&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FNo-foul-play-in-infants-death-at-Waterville-shelter.html The state medical examiner is 'confident there's no criminal activity' in the death of a 12-week-old boy last May at a homeless Shelter in Waterville. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:46:32 GMT 051a5f5cd2c0afc192b9c7a6b68a0851 BY AMY CALDER Staff Writer 2012-02-09T13:46:32Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138973614&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fex-legislator-charged-with-theft_2012-02-09.html Former Rep. David R. Burns, who resigned last week, faces nine charges involving misuse of public campaign funds. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:27:43 GMT 91dc27fb37bc01274dd0f3c73ea1cffc 2012-02-09T13:27:43Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139003439&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FTurnpike-to-add-high-speed-lanes-in-New-Gloucester.html When the project is complete, drivers with EZ Pass transponders will be able to drive through in the middle lanes at up to 65 mph. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:20:45 GMT 9144552eb78f478241b68bee8e12c84e Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T13:20:45Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138986334&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Furban-winery-will-be-citys-first_2012-02-09.html Blue Lobster, which will operate on India Street, plans to import grapes but make its wine here. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:20:03 GMT b1297fcf5ff381ccff1c8464a8d4f5d2 2012-02-09T13:20:03Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138985569&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fproduce-supplier-going-out-of-business_2012-02-09.html Market Fresh Produce's closure in Scarborough will displace 20 workers and leave 700 customers with no supplier. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:16:54 GMT b36be1b87edcd3a72c73ef4813bf36ee 2012-02-09T13:16:54Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138986314&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fman-dies-in-desperate-attempt-to-save-dogs_2012-02-09.html At 64, Sherwood Campbell had no children. All he had was his three long-haired pets, and he gave his life trying to rescue them from a burning building. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:14:46 GMT d97b0da90cbc7141cf536694ad88e1dd 2012-02-09T13:14:46Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=138979759&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Flepage-losing-chief-of-communications_2012-02-09.html Peter Rogers says he has set up the office as planned, so he's moving on after seven months. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:13:02 GMT ddd0df11a83ad6744b9b618f2e31844b 2012-02-09T13:13:02Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=139002794&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FPortland-man-pleads-guilty-to-being-getaway-driver-.html Brian Elliot is convicted for his role in the theft of more than $5,000 in merchandise from a Franklin County Walmart. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:04:58 GMT 9cf88988d766c4cff4552f2c704361f7 Rick Wakely 2012-02-09T13:04:58Z