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 Fri, 24 May 2013 02:38:30 GMT Carl Natale 2013-05-24T02:38:30Z en-us http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208748311&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fbill-to-lower-power-costs-up-for-vote_2013-05-24.html It has strong support in committee, but a planned new fee draws criticism. Fri, 24 May 2013 02:38:30 GMT b12cff500c01e6f18e7b950ff287d15a 2013-05-24T02:38:30Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208758081&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FRangers-beat-Bruins-in-OT-avoid-sweep.html Chris Kreider scored seven minutes into overtime, keeping New York alive for at least one more game. Fri, 24 May 2013 02:31:11 GMT 1ee5eed2c7c40cd891beceea08fe3401 Jason Singer 2013-05-24T02:31:11Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208663461&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FObjection-filed-to-sealing-of-Dube-affidavit.html An objection to a judge's decision to seal a police affidavit in the killing of 15-year-old Nichole Cable has been filed by a lawyer for the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, and The Associated Press. Fri, 24 May 2013 02:27:43 GMT d6b49c01290d819dfa1eba06eb51d7f5 Angie Muhs 2013-05-24T02:27:43Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208688711&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FObama-America-at-crossroads-in-terror-fight-.html The president also announces a renewed push to close the Guantanamo Bay detention center in Cuba. Fri, 24 May 2013 01:46:37 GMT 262a54b4e5c3157f62fd9bf199bd3127 Rick Wakely 2013-05-24T01:46:37Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208660971&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FNew-Hampshire-man-pleads-guilty-to-robbing-same-Saco-taxi-driver-twice-.html Wayne Thompson, 27, also pleads guilty to robbing a Cumberland Farms store in Saco. Fri, 24 May 2013 01:44:37 GMT c2cb573b338b65de69db2b0c27737ab8 Angie Muhs Only 2013-05-24T01:44:37Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208745121&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FJodi-Arias-jury-unable-to-decide-on-life-or-death.html Now a new jury will be asked to decide how to punish the convicted murderer. Fri, 24 May 2013 01:42:17 GMT 8b9c89a3b426e113b06807c95ca8efec Brenda Boykin 2013-05-24T01:42:17Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208727541&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FConservatives-struggling-to-expand-IRS-scandal--so-far.html Conservatives hoping someone high up ordered the targeting – or even knew about it – have yet to find any the evidence they're looking for. Fri, 24 May 2013 01:33:06 GMT 60d9faeab0da9e2ecee79283bf0e799e Jason Singer 2013-05-24T01:33:06Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208680571&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FLePage-vetoes-Medicaid-expansion-and-hospital-payment-bill.html Gov. Paul LePage Thursday vetoed a Democratic-led bill to expand Medicaid and pay off the state's hospital debt. Democrats are asking Republican lawmakers to override the veto. Fri, 24 May 2013 01:23:22 GMT 9058866733270f952f2e6be3680001d0 Angie Muhs 2013-05-24T01:23:22Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208652741&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-Democrats-LePage-moving-out-of-office-over-TV.html LePage tells reporters and allegedly tells Democrats he will move out of his office because of the disagreement, blasting Democrats for 'censorship.' Fri, 24 May 2013 01:18:25 GMT bb0788cc600093e6e008ba71f76fe4d6 Rick Wakely 2013-05-24T01:18:25Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208697651&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FHear-comments-from-Justin-Alfond-and-Mark-Eves.html Fri, 24 May 2013 01:15:19 GMT b424289fe1712a5afe46736b6b0a3f65 Brenda Boykin 2013-05-24T01:15:19Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208733811&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBoy-Scouts-vote-to-accept-openly-gay-boys.html But the organization will continue to bar gay adults from being Scout leaders, in moves that disappoint conservatives and liberals. Fri, 24 May 2013 01:08:42 GMT 89d33c06143dac50205e4847fd5a24e4 Brenda Boykin 2013-05-24T01:08:42Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208748361&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fwet-holiday-weather-may-curb-some-traffic_2013-05-24.html Predictions of rain every day but Monday, and cool temperatures too, could put a damper on Memorial Day travel. Fri, 24 May 2013 01:01:01 GMT f76c76741a635aa400df7ecf2771fc32 2013-05-24T01:01:01Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208674301&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FThirteen-Wyeth-paintings-fetch-2M-at-auction.html The 1938 painting of a fisherman off the coast of Maine sells for nearly $844,000. Fri, 24 May 2013 00:51:23 GMT ed8ef40bd34101d686da160879cc0a29 Brenda Boykin 2013-05-24T00:51:23Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208676581&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FRalph-Nader-loses-Maine-court-appeal-over-ballot-.html The Green Party candidate had claimed Democrats tried to keep him off the presidential ballot in 2004. Fri, 24 May 2013 00:31:29 GMT 5e62366ffe37a3b79efc7b5960fd605c Brenda Boykin 2013-05-24T00:31:29Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208739321&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-legislative-panel-rejects-two-LePage-education-ideas.html The panel votes not to support student transfers out of struggling schools or more than 10 charters. Fri, 24 May 2013 00:25:59 GMT 0fd1098fbcac342cf96137acadfe4692 Brenda Boykin 2013-05-24T00:25:59Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208728021&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FIRS-official-who-took-the-Fifth-has-been-replaced.html A day after she refused to answer questions at a congressional hearing, Lois Lerner has been placed on administrative leave. Fri, 24 May 2013 00:16:16 GMT 862f95f85d41cac80d8e3fddd6a370da Jason Singer 2013-05-24T00:16:16Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208651811&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fgary-irving-rape-gorham-maine-sentencing-fugitive.html Gary Alan Irving spent most of 34 years on the lam living in Gorham under an assumed name where he held a steady job, married and had children. Thu, 23 May 2013 21:38:36 GMT 6293f3485377bf87a1453d255da63abe Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T21:38:36Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208692721&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FTwo-more-suspects-arrested-in-London-terror-attack.html Islamic hardliners say the man who appeared with bloody hands in a video following the attack on a British soldier is a convert from Christianity. Thu, 23 May 2013 21:35:53 GMT a0ab91b274f6fb1f0c5537c185e4beba Brenda Boykin 2013-05-23T21:35:53Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208588711&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFalmouth-teen-named-finalist-in-Google-art-contest.html Out of more than 130,000 entries submitted nationwide, 14-year-old Joey Han finished in the top five. Thu, 23 May 2013 21:24:55 GMT 4287286fbf3ce129fc8af3a5e86868d6 Jason Singer 2013-05-23T21:24:55Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208627641&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-manufacturer-accused-of-firing-workers-trying-to-unionize.html ALCOM, a Winslow trailer manufacturing company, calls the claims by labor groups "very false." Thu, 23 May 2013 21:20:42 GMT b6ba60a56625ea668af74c1aa5d04481 Doug Vanderweide 2013-05-23T21:20:42Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208715111&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FWindhams-Summerfest-back-on.html News of its cancellation motivated residents to make the festival happen. Thu, 23 May 2013 21:02:35 GMT da500eb7442194b93e0bc98fa965bb20 Angie Muhs 2013-05-23T21:02:35Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208489051&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fdube-Murder-suspect-Cable-court-appearance-maine.html As Kyle Dube is formally charged with killing Nichole Cable, 15, the judge seals an affidavit with case details. Thu, 23 May 2013 20:59:01 GMT 714888e8915f99882699826b4f281e88 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T20:59:01Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208709291&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-Turnpike-to-keep-volume-discount-for-communters.html Maine E-ZPass account holders who take at least 40 one-way trips a month get an additional 50 percent off their entire bill for that month. Thu, 23 May 2013 20:38:32 GMT 303012b550808a4f8e8a36d315326efe Angie Muhs 2013-05-23T20:38:32Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208710401&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FWindham-High-music-teacher-up-for-Grammy-honor.html Rick Nickerson is one of 217 quarterfinalists for a new music educator award from the Grammy Foundation. Thu, 23 May 2013 20:25:05 GMT 5d693d4728b96236ca8833249f020da5 Angie Muhs 2013-05-23T20:25:05Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208705331&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FNH-Senate-votes-to-keep-stand-your-ground-law.html New Hampshire residents can continue to use deadly force as a first option when responding to a threat in a public place. Thu, 23 May 2013 19:53:33 GMT c132307e9efd10783eda689dc74bccbd Brenda Boykin 2013-05-23T19:53:33Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208704831&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FCarmaker-Tesla-repays-federal-loans-nine-years-early-.html This week, Tesla wired the U.S. government some $452 million dollars, using a portion of the $1 billion it just raised on the debt and equity markets. Thu, 23 May 2013 19:49:38 GMT b38f4df925bfd13af454bf588d91a8a3 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T19:49:38Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208701161&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2FAnti-war-protester-shouts-at-Obama-during-speech-.html At one point Obama said he was willing to "cut the young lady some slack" because the issues he was addressing are worth being passionate about. Thu, 23 May 2013 19:39:11 GMT 47de3512f405143ef8cb6eeff815a64f Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T19:39:11Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208599181&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fauthorities-no-evidence-crime-occurred_2013-05-23.html An Old Orchard Beach town councilor is alleged to have used a racial slur against a black resident, but it is protected speech, police say. Thu, 23 May 2013 18:59:35 GMT 4bf3263a4354770e5052444d51ef6fc3 2013-05-23T18:59:35Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208683181&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fmaine-King-bill-oversight-rubio-obama-drone-strikes.html The legislation would require the creation of a “red team” to analyze data purporting to support a “targeted strike” against U.S.. citizens and report back to intelligence agencies within 15 days. Thu, 23 May 2013 18:10:57 GMT 5e4840a336c5ccc42bc5db7e640cd4ff Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T18:10:57Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208612011&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBarack-Obama-Americas-consoler-in-chief.html From Newtown to Hurricane Sandy to Boston to Oklahoma, this president has faced an unprecedented string of tragedies. Thu, 23 May 2013 17:28:51 GMT 40534905aac8ac578eeed474d7e8e2cd Jason Singer 2013-05-23T17:28:51Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208672841&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FJapanese-man-80-oldest-to-top-Everest--for-now-.html Yuichiro Miura, a former extreme skier who also climbed the 29,035-foot peak when he was 70 and 75, reached the summit at 9:05 a.m. local time today. Thu, 23 May 2013 17:01:54 GMT 41c1beb12a24bba983c5f6e504db91b4 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T17:01:54Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208669831&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FUnum-executive-to-retire-company-raises-dividend-.html Kevin McCarthy, chief operating officer of the company and CEO of its Unum US operating unit, plans to retire in the first quarter of 2014. Thu, 23 May 2013 16:34:11 GMT 693e687284036c023320f5fc72878085 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T16:34:11Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208659941&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2FUK-soldier-slaying-suspects-had-been-investigated-.html A British government official said the suspects were part of previous security services investigations for possible terror links. Thu, 23 May 2013 15:52:10 GMT 8dd0d7d9b8d30169c7dc8ab5ad73db97 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T15:52:10Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208661671&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBrave-woman-tried-to-reason-with-London-attackers-.html The 48-year-old mother kept talking to the two bloody attackers before police came, trying to keep them calm. Thu, 23 May 2013 15:51:28 GMT f12970601f986e189eabc41caf636a9b Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T15:51:28Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208651101&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FUS-power-grid-seen-as-vulnerable-to-cyberattack-from-Iran-.html One Midwestern utility said its computer systems were being probed constantly, in some cases by automated programs designed to detect weaknesses that can be exploited later. Thu, 23 May 2013 14:42:03 GMT 90b7f5ffc2edbbd6d8db74d4e8411584 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T14:42:03Z 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. Thu, 23 May 2013 14:09:31 GMT f511fdb4021620c358133212298fc7d9 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T14:09:31Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208644591&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFather-of-man-shot-in-Boston-probe-shares-regrets-.html Abdul-Baki Todashev says he agreed to his son's request to remain in the U.S. "because it seemed like the safest country." Thu, 23 May 2013 14:00:20 GMT d54736f989c6226e048d7f0522bb3d22 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T14:00:20Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208477641&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFBI-Man-fatally-shot-in-Boston-bombing-probe-.html Ibragim Todashev, a mixed martial-arts fighter, was fatally shot after lunging with a knife at an FBI agent who was questioning him at his Florida townhouse, police say. Thu, 23 May 2013 13:58:48 GMT 72cd7ced4b288006fdcfd1a89981fc4e Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T13:58:48Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208630521&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-man-gets-4-years-for-identity-fraud-.html Authorities say the Lisbon man used his child's Social Security number on job applications, then failed to report wages to illegally receive welfare and housing benefits. Thu, 23 May 2013 11:55:04 GMT f94dcae2568d7ff77ab141e7365d1ad6 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T11:55:04Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208630261&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FSolar-plane-completes-2nd-leg-of-trip-across-US.html The Solar Impulse is making the first attempt by a solar airplane capable of flying day and night without fuel to fly across the country. Thu, 23 May 2013 11:50:49 GMT 5ade253f0eaf06296a147bad989185bb Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T11:50:49Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208628931&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBronx-ghetto-tours-stop-amid-residents-outrage-.html Real Bronx Tours took mostly European tourists from Manhattan to see life in the South Bronx "from a safe distance." Thu, 23 May 2013 11:34:42 GMT f33bef8393a7c51571f533cc6b6e23b6 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T11:34:42Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208627341&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FHallowell-business-owners-say-street-project-would-ruin-them.html Major construction on Water Street will cause economic disaster in downtown Hallowell, several business owners said at a public forum on Wednesday. Thu, 23 May 2013 11:11:39 GMT 35063b0af44177e1788e34542d99d7ff Doug Vanderweide 2013-05-23T11:11:39Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208625111&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FNearly-all-US-states-see-hefty-drop-in-teen-births-.html The lowest rates are in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Vermont, each with rates under 17 per 1,000. Thu, 23 May 2013 10:36:57 GMT 90a77307022ed8ff0c0e572846b087f5 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T10:36:57Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208623861&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-man-gets-35-years-on-child-porn-charges-.html Authorities say 44-year-old Carey Gonyer sexually assaulted a boy for months before asking him for sexually explicit cellphone pictures. Thu, 23 May 2013 10:09:39 GMT 17820cfac92106a0e96fadca665f657b Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T10:09:39Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208623171&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMaine-education-commissioner-visits-Belfast-school-.html A film crew is accompanying Stephen Bowen to produce videos showcasing student-centered, proficiency-based approaches. Thu, 23 May 2013 10:00:06 GMT fbf264dce4580a580281a22e888d64b5 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T10:00:06Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208622731&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FPortland-mayor-meets-with-immigrant-businessmen.html Michael Brennan and the city's economic development director are visiting businesses today to discuss immigration reform and other issues. Thu, 23 May 2013 09:51:32 GMT 943c4e067f6e459a12493d0e8cdb786d Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T09:51:32Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208622541&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FSigns-to-alert-Maine-motorists-to-turtle-crossings-.html The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and the Nature Conservancy are marking the turtle crossings in Wells, South Berwick and York. Thu, 23 May 2013 09:45:42 GMT 37daafc7d32baa465f532723206be86f Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T09:45:42Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208581851&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fshifts-in-power-rates-cast-doubt-on-claims-of-cheapest-in-maine_2013-05-23.html Did the company's ads give the impression it is the state's cheapest provider? Regulators ask for answers. Thu, 23 May 2013 06:14:56 GMT 9a7c91527b9f19e080e3ae53948c8ece 2013-05-23T06:14:56Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208518711&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2FTwo-infants-among-10-children-killed-by-tornado.html Seven of the tornado's 24 victims were students at the Plaza Towers Elementary School. Thu, 23 May 2013 06:09:30 GMT 63d8647099bbdd827bb8393132192837 Brenda Boykin 2013-05-23T06:09:30Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208514631&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FOklahoma-tornado-damage-could-top-2-billion-.html Authorities estimate the damage at as much as $2 billion, with as many as 13,000 homes damaged or destroyed. Thu, 23 May 2013 06:06:45 GMT c4d556209a76c8dd2f51f39dbf42f12d Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T06:06:45Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208526371&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FLePages-office-hints-at-veto-of-Medicaid-hospital-bill.html Gov. LePage looks poised to veto the popular hospital payback plan in order to block Medicaid expansion. Thu, 23 May 2013 06:00:47 GMT 90b08a68fb8a1cff39f228c91c6b9505 Betty Adams 2013-05-23T06:00:47Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208491971&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2FSLIDESHOW-Aftermath-of-a-tornado.html Thu, 23 May 2013 05:43:16 GMT fd969ec699a87d9b02c61707ee84cce3 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T05:43:16Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208492851&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FIRS-official-Lerner-I-did-nothing-wrong-.html The boss of tax workers who improperly screened conservative groups says she did nothing wrong. Thu, 23 May 2013 04:59:21 GMT a71582c8a7d1aef42f8a6110c3e569a3 Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T04:59:21Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208600951&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fin-focus-one-block-in-moore-okla__2013-05-23.html 'I've only been knocked down once. No storm is going to scare me off,' says one man from Moore. Thu, 23 May 2013 04:38:30 GMT b582d83e2cb3cb4070d9a2e471070d47 2013-05-23T04:38:30Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208522671&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FPortland-Tugboat-owner-wins-hybrid-tug-barge-contract.html McAllister Towing and Transportation wins the cargo vessel design contract. Thu, 23 May 2013 04:35:20 GMT 9ae0c21f9767da2869231592b593d774 Angie Muhs 2013-05-23T04:35:20Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208597311&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fcongress-square-study-group-deadlocks_2013-05-23.html A proposal to build an events center in the downtown Portland plaza will be presented to a City Council committee May 29. Thu, 23 May 2013 04:17:23 GMT e971861d54df566b34369773fa6bf81b 2013-05-23T04:17:23Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208599201&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fdispatches_2013-05-23.html County sues over $280,000 jail payment / No new license required if Oxford Casino is sold / Senate sends lobbying proposal to LePage ... and more news from around the state. Thu, 23 May 2013 04:08:01 GMT 3b1018c4ea34772db333e8bc0c19ef0a 2013-05-23T04:08:01Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208597291&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fboy-scouts-prepare-to-vote-on-allowing-gay-participants_2013-05-23.html Thu, 23 May 2013 03:55:32 GMT c2fc0126c3b8139f83a45f36f181ef72 2013-05-23T03:55:32Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208493391&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FWestbrook-site-once-envisioned-for-mall-sold-at-auction.html The 61-acre spot is where Jason Snyder tried for years to realize his vision to build high-end Stroudwater Place. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:55:31 GMT e47866db2ef777d9342cd3f14504d6df Angie Muhs 2013-05-23T03:55:31Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208597341&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fdispatches-_2013-05-23.html Thu, 23 May 2013 03:53:12 GMT fbf822f151af0cb635ef02612f6610b2 2013-05-23T03:53:12Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208597361&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fhouse-bill-would-push-military-on-sexual-assaults_2013-05-23.html With assaults continuing to rise, members of Congress have become impatient with the military. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:51:57 GMT acdd85b4a2008a87a8f7257d037580ff 2013-05-23T03:51:57Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208599241&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fu_s_-anti-terror-operations-killed-four-americans_2013-05-23.html Three of the deaths were already known, but the administration previously hadn't taken responsibility. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:50:06 GMT 9af6fad7602a31ce5fff92b82ef9ddba 2013-05-23T03:50:06Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208554321&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FDispute-leaves-thousands-in-Maine-without-phone-service.html Fairpoint will restore service for USA Telephone users who were caught in the middle of a dispute. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:43:30 GMT f10b94556cdccc6876b512cbb3bfa7ca Brenda Boykin 2013-05-23T03:43:30Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208543131&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FJodi-Arias-jury-deadlock-on-penalty-but-must-continue.html The judge tells the jurors to try to work through their differences Thursday, or else a new jury must be seated. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:26:13 GMT 789360728aca9e5739fb94e0f2c37008 Brenda Boykin 2013-05-23T03:26:13Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208590871&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fcase-delayed-for-north-pond-hermit_2013-05-23.html A court-ordered mental health evaluation will be done before Christopher Knight reappears in court. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:25:37 GMT 348bc8dff682f2b1108c8651151ae61f 2013-05-23T03:25:37Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208592481&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Frecent-surge-in-demand-sparks-bidding-battles_2013-05-23.html Available houses dwindle and prices rise as the city's housing market sees 'a very big change.' Thu, 23 May 2013 03:19:10 GMT d543d0cb012979669718ea79580e92d0 2013-05-23T03:19:10Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208587071&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fpay-for-ceos-changes-but-still-at-a-peak_2013-05-23.html Typical compensation was $9.7 million in 2012, up for the third straight year, as critics pressed for reforms. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:14:50 GMT ee3a6a49d6770eda3c0729e03566e410 2013-05-23T03:14:50Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208595621&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fhouse-republicans-push-pipeline-bill-through_2013-05-23.html Thu, 23 May 2013 03:11:46 GMT 702d2b30dd985743f29f6a9407cc00e7 2013-05-23T03:11:46Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208584341&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMichaud-Backlog-of-veterans-claims-unacceptable.html With Memorial Day near, lawmakers are stepping up efforts to address a backlog that has some veterans waiting years to receive disability claims. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:09:09 GMT 3bba3a3f6edcc21a9a74812782f73954 Jason Singer 2013-05-23T03:09:09Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208554581&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FFreeports-Jameson-Tavern-to-reopen-under-new-management.html He plans to restore the historic Freeport tavern and revamp the menu to serve local seafood. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:07:38 GMT 1344248f6ee63810e7f4ca8f9cf04bc4 Angie Muhs 2013-05-23T03:07:38Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208509171&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FMainer-wins-chance-to-go-on-the-road-with-One-Direction-.html A Maine blogger will follow the British boy band around the U.S., report on its concerts and be paid to do so. Thu, 23 May 2013 03:04:54 GMT 0d47825a518f3b36fa910d955abb742d Angie Muhs 2013-05-23T03:04:54Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208516241&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2FOne-block-How-neighbors-saw-twisters-deadly-path-.html Block by block, a storm ripped apart Moore, Okla., for the second time in 14 years, leaving survivors to wrestle with the awful decision of whether to rebuild or move on. This is the story of one of those blocks. Thu, 23 May 2013 02:43:39 GMT 946511ae2fc86bf858a8f65c0f7b770e Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T02:43:39Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208567921&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FPortland-radio-station-named-one-of-the-best-in-the-entire-country.html WGAN news radio is ranked as the 20th-best station in the country. Thu, 23 May 2013 02:40:11 GMT 4d84c3be7ca9748ab006ad70017c04f2 Angie Muhs 2013-05-23T02:40:11Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208571561&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fschillings-lawyer-says-charges-should-be-dropped_2013-05-23.html The former Red Sox pitcher's attorney says his company disclosed everything before a loan. Thu, 23 May 2013 02:19:45 GMT 096c0b019ff16d75b61dc9a9beeeceb7 2013-05-23T02:19:45Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208574391&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fslow-and-steady-saves-the-turtles_2013-05-23.html Dexter and Fletcher Moon were stranded on Cape Cod this winter and are struggling with health problems. Thu, 23 May 2013 02:18:26 GMT 8713c2610d867276d8c3cb86fa74fa2f 2013-05-23T02:18:26Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208590861&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fallies-looking-to-oust-assad_2013-05-23.html The Syrian leader, with help from Iran and Hezbollah fighters, has enjoyed a resurgence. Thu, 23 May 2013 02:10:28 GMT 086b40c8f1329766dd1c1552a012caf0 2013-05-23T02:10:28Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208589221&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fbrutal-daytime-attack-renews-fears-of-terrorism-in-london_2013-05-23.html Prime Minister Cameron says, 'We will not be cowed, we will never buckle.' Thu, 23 May 2013 02:08:47 GMT 1abe088c7ed9ba573997044b28bb9e8e 2013-05-23T02:08:47Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208526841&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FCameron-Indications-London-attack-terror-.html In an ultra-bloody attack, two men with butcher knives hacked another man to death near a military barracks. Thu, 23 May 2013 02:05:12 GMT f4d8753bd651f06fe7d2e8e04a9ebc2c Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T02:05:12Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208583901&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fvatican-releases-annual-financial-report_2013-05-23.html Thu, 23 May 2013 01:18:40 GMT 994c0a76f8232d97dc020315de8f28b0 2013-05-23T01:18:40Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208585431&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fdoctors-use-3-d-printing-to-save-babys-life_2013-05-23.html A 2012 surgery helped a 3-month-old boy whose breathing used to stop nearly every day. Thu, 23 May 2013 01:15:35 GMT 2f8a88126efc1bc018562563aace0196 2013-05-23T01:15:35Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208585481&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fman-gets-face-transplant-3-weeks-after-accident_2013-05-23.html Thu, 23 May 2013 01:14:08 GMT 66a9341287b21d053832713f26677772 2013-05-23T01:14:08Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=606322&44=208585511&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fnationworld%2Fschedule-shows-walkers-ambition_2013-05-23.html The Wisconsin governor could be considering a run at the presidency. Thu, 23 May 2013 01:12:29 GMT 16725cfa7fe4d8517d6641310fbab12c 2013-05-23T01:12:29Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208568191&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FNH-House-rejects-latest-effort-to-allow-gambling.html The governor had backed a plan that would allow one facility with 5,000 video slot machines. Thu, 23 May 2013 01:10:11 GMT de2b8e95c195bdd9e593d3cee2defebf Brenda Boykin 2013-05-23T01:10:11Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208457561&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FChange-of-command-at-Maine-shipyard-Friday-.html After 3½ years at the helm, Capt. L. Bryant Fuller will step down in a ceremony Friday. Thu, 23 May 2013 00:29:18 GMT a34d6358ce62045510904474a299a6ff Rick Wakely 2013-05-23T00:29:18Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208574361&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2Fboruch-spiegel-93-survived-ghetto-uprising-against-nazis_2013-05-23.html With Spiegel's death, the tiny group of survivors of the legendary World War II revolt that was crushed 70 years ago grows even smaller. Thu, 23 May 2013 00:08:15 GMT 4e1e1cdcbbb7aff15eb12d9bd52a85f3 2013-05-23T00:08:15Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208578091&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FGovernor-announces-two-judicial-nominations.html The governor selects two Washington County attorneys to fill vacancies on the district court. Wed, 22 May 2013 23:49:57 GMT 68a353205ddba9a78c2732004e15b003 Angie Muhs 2013-05-22T23:49:57Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208573331&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FBlack-Bears-win-first-game-of-America-East-tournament-7-0.html Maine will play the winner of an Albany-Binghamton matchup Thursday night. Wed, 22 May 2013 23:34:43 GMT cc48ca7b8efd93698f54d44c3cc8582b Brenda Boykin 2013-05-22T23:34:43Z http://www.pressherald.com/r?19=961&43=561087&44=208576721&32=10367&7=617322&40=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pressherald.com%2Fnews%2FUS-drone-strikes-have-killed-4-Americans-since-2009.html The four include Anwar al-Awlaki, a radical Muslim cleric who was targeted, and three others who were not targets of counterterror operations in Pakistan and Yemen. Wed, 22 May 2013 23:31:20 GMT a3edde178d4b59f87ce2c1d3edada159 Brenda Boykin 2013-05-22T23:31:20Z