News from August 5, 2012

August 15, 2012

Truth Test: Raye's savings on staff budget better than advertised



August 6, 2012

Obama: US 'heartbroken' over Sikh temple deaths

Obama ordered that U.S. flags be flown at half-staff at the White House and other federal buildings through Friday.

August 5, 2012

Bailey pitches in Sea Dogs' rout

Andrew Bailey, who has missed all year with a thumb injury, pitches one scoreless inning as Portland completes a three-game sweep of Erie, 11-2.

August 5, 2012

Sox trade for third baseman Valencia

Boston sends Class-A outfielder Jeremias Pineda to Minnesota for Danny Valencia, who was sent to Pawtucket.

August 5, 2012

Scarborough LL team loses in no-hitter

Scarborough allows just one hit in its 1-0 loss to Rhode Island in pool play in the New England Regional.

August 5, 2012

Gunman kills six, dies in shootout with police Several photos included in this story

Congregants hide in closets during the attack on a Sikh temple in Wisconsin. The shooting is being investigated as an act of domestic terrorism.

August 5, 2012

Olympics: US women rout China, 114-66

The U.S. ties its Olympic scoring record to grab the top seed heading into Tuesday's quarterfinals.

August 5, 2012

Phillips man hurt in ATV accident

The 57-year-old suffers chest, abdomen and back injuries after going over an embankment.

August 5, 2012

Gymnast Gabby Douglas' mom filed for bankruptcy

Gabby Douglas, who has been training for two years in Iowa, hasn't been home to Virginia Beach since.

August 5, 2012

Romney wants 'something dramatic' to aid economy

The Republican presidential says he opposes another federal stimulus package and new government programs.

August 5, 2012

Olympics: Murray drubs Federer for men's tennis gold

Andy Murray, who has lost all four of his Grand slam finals, prevails against Roger Federer, 6-2, 6-1, 6-4.

August 5, 2012

Mumford & Sons concert cleanup starts Several photos included in this story

The city is being reimbursed for all expenses generated by the concert that drew 15,000 people.

August 5, 2012

Eagles Coach Andy Reid's oldest son found dead

Garrett Reid, 29, had rebounded from his troubled past and was assisting the Eagles' strength coaches at camp.

August 5, 2012

Child, woman injured in Boston crash

The 4-year-old girl was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after an accident in the Tip O'Neill Tunnel.

August 5, 2012

As Eagle Scouts return medals, gay ban still firm

There has been little evidence, however, of any new form of outside pressure that might prompt the Boy Scouts to reconsider their position of excluding gays.

August 5, 2012

Scarborough High students may face $100 parking fees

More than 250 students plan to protest when the issue comes up for a vote Aug. 16.

August 5, 2012

Olympics: Williams sisters defend doubles gold

Serena and Venus post a straight-set victory over Andrea Hlavackova and Lucie Hradecka of the Czech Republic.

August 5, 2012

Mills get work after Minnesota mill closes

The owner moves work from his closed Minnesota mill to Jay and Bucksport, but no jobs will be added.

August 5, 2012

Lobster Festival comes to a close Sunday

The festival, in its 65th year, draws about 100,000 visitors each year to Rockland.

August 5, 2012

Woman dies in Auburn apartment fire

The woman, 51, was taken to Central Maine Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.

August 5, 2012

GOP puts hurricane on convention contingency list

But Tampa officials say heat and high humidity are likely to pose a bigger risk in late August.

August 5, 2012

Bill Nemitz: Too many tiptoed past signs of abuse



August 5, 2012

Local & State Dispatches



August 5, 2012

Probe a wake-up call on cellphone safety

The FCC may be directed to take a fresh look at how people – especially children – are affected by radio waves.

August 5, 2012

Dignity restored to veterans’ burial site

 A ceremony at a cemetery in Portland marks completion of a project started by Girl Scouts.

August 6, 2012

Actor Clint Eastwood makes Romney's day

The 'Dirty Harry' star and Oscar-winning director of 'Unforgiven' and 'Million Dollar Baby' endorsed the GOP presidential candidate Friday night.

August 6, 2012

Electons 2012: Hot on the money trail

 Anthony Corrado sniffs out the funding that is pouring into American politics these days from two emerging forces: super PACs and nonprofits.

August 6, 2012

Political Notebook: LePage invokes Friedman, Sweden

AP F USA OBIT FRIEDMAN The governor proclaimed July 31, 2012, as 'Milton Friedman Day' in his continuing effort to promote school choice, and made a curious reference to Sweden.

August 6, 2012

Analysis: Nine reasons Mitt Romney's tax plan doesn't add up

Mitt Romney For openers, it's mathematically impossible for him to keep his promise that the top 1 percent would pay the same or more.

August 5, 2012

New England Dispatches



August 5, 2012

Palin's talent for picking winners faces test Tuesday

cruz palin She has endorsed five winners this year, but her pick in a Missouri Senate race trails slightly in polls.

August 15, 2012

Truth Test: Ad inflates Pingree's spending for 2012



August 6, 2012

Washington Notebook: Congress gets no recess, but plays hooky

A handful of House and Senate members will hold "pro forma" sessions every three days that are often little more than the opening prayer, Pledge of Allegiance and a few announcements.

August 5, 2012

Town gets modern convenience: store

 The Starks General Store opens, with the blessing of local voters, in what had been the town office.

August 5, 2012

Tradition roars on at speedway Several photos included in this story

 At Beech Ridge on a summer Saturday, a younger crowd joins longtime car-racing fans, keeping the track vibrant.

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