News from September 14, 2012

September 14, 2012

Portland company's drone photos may test FAA rule

 The HoverFlow company has sold some of its video images commercially, but the co-owner says it is complying with federal limits.

September 15, 2012

Maine/New England Dispatches

Attorney general: Maine has strong case for Medicaid waiver / Suspect in fatal stabbing wants interviews rejected / Single South Portland councilor challenged on ballot ... and other regional news

September 15, 2012

Commuters voice outrage at Maine Turnpike increases

20120914_Commuter The Maine Turnpike Authority says many drivers will benefit from the change on Nov. 1. But others will be hurt by sharp increases in tolls.

September 14, 2012

Why are drugs from CanaRx cheaper than those in Maine?

The main reason: The medications came from countries whose governments negotiated prices with manufacturers.

September 15, 2012

Friday Night Football Roundup

Cheverus shuts out South Portland / Scarborough wins third straight / Hodges throws three TDs for Westbrook ... and more news from around the region.

September 14, 2012

Valentine: September Red Sox 'weakest roster' ever

Boston Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine says his team's roster is beyond depleted . . .

September 14, 2012

Mass. prosecutors sort through crime lab files

Officials have to deal with drug cases handled by a chemist who may have mishandled evidence.

September 15, 2012

Feature obituary: Milton Farnsworth, 93, spent his career around ocean

Milton Farnsworth, a former tugboat captain, was instrumental in building what is now South Port Marine, died on Thursday.

September 14, 2012

Vermont trooper ruled justified in fatal shooting

A Vermont state trooper was justified in using deadly force on an unarmed burglary suspect who refused an order to surrender and twice took a "shooter's stance."

September 14, 2012

Navy awards $94 million contract to repair fire-damaged sub

The submarine suffered $450 million in damage during a May arson at a naval shipyard in Maine.

September 14, 2012

Judge strikes down Wis. law limiting union rights

A Wisconsin judge on Friday struck down the state law championed by Gov. Scott Walker that effectively ended collective bargaining rights for most public workers.

September 14, 2012

FBI: 'Bucket List Bandit' caught in Oklahoma

In banks from Utah to Pennsylvania this summer, a middle-aged man has been demanding money from frightened tellers and offering the same sad story: He only had months to live . . .

September 14, 2012

Mass. trooper charged with sexual assault

The trooper allegedly assaulted an 18-year-old girl.

September 14, 2012

Maine site makes list of most-contaminated places in U.S.

The next step is for the EPA to identify whether there are companies or individuals who are responsible for the contamination. If so, they'll be required to pay for the cleanup.

September 14, 2012

New England's offensive line has tough act to follow

"Every yard we get this week is going to be really earned," Patriots left guard Logan Mankins said. "It's going to be a tough challenge."

September 14, 2012

Death Valley recognized as world's hottest spot

The average daily high temperature in Death Valley last month was 113 degrees.

September 14, 2012

Artificial bat cave built to combat killer disease

Unlike natural caves, it will be cleaned annually to keep the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome from reaching lethal levels.

September 14, 2012

Supporters will rally to rescue Saco fire station

The City Council is scheduled to vote Monday on whether to demolish the building to create a parking lot.

September 14, 2012

Snowe lauds Maine shipyard workers, who return the compliments

She tells Portsmouth Naval Shipyard workers that she'll never forget what they have done for the nation's defense, calling them "simply the best."

September 14, 2012

Huge great white shark spotted leaving Mass. harbor

There have been numerous shark sightings in Cape Cod waters this summer, and one man was bitten by a shark while swimming off a beach.

September 14, 2012

Obama somberly honors 'patriots' killed in Libyan attacks Video clip included

Meanwhile, Republicans criticize him for sending "mixed signals" to the world about American leadership.

September 14, 2012

Toddler found on Waterville street

A half-clothed toddler found wandering alone early Friday is safe because an alert police officer saw her and investigated.

October 26, 2012

Judge refuses to dismiss Kennebunk prostitution case

Justice Joyce Wheeler also denies a motion to step down in favor of a new judge.

September 15, 2012

City closes three waterfront businesses Several photos included in this story

Citing health code violations including ‘rat droppings’ and ‘TONS of flies all over the food,’ officials shut down the Porthole restaurant and two other sites owned by Oliver Keithly.

September 14, 2012

Maine AG disappointed by Medicaid lawsuit loss

He says the federal panel didn't address the state's legal arguments but focused on the administrative process, which gives the federal government 90 days to review the state's request.

September 14, 2012

NDSU orders campus evacuated due to bomb threat

NDSU issued a statement shortly before 10 a.m. Friday telling all employees and students to leave campus within a half-hour because of a bomb threat. No other details were given.

September 14, 2012

South Portland candidates set for November ballot

A special election also will be held next spring to fill two seats.

September 14, 2012

U. of Texas orders evacuation, cites 'threats'

The alert posted shortly before 10 a.m. Friday says people on campus should immediately evacuate all buildings and "get as far away as possible."

September 14, 2012

Romney: 'Middle-income' $200,000 to $250,000

"Is $100,000 middle income?" George Stephanopoulos asked.

September 14, 2012

Turnpike's E-ZPass users upset with looming changes

About 23,000 E-ZPass holders who use the commuter program will see it replaced by a volume discount system on Nov. 1, and many are reacting with outrage.

September 14, 2012

Mixed grades for new, healthy school lunch rules



October 26, 2012

Prostitution case should be dismissed says lawyer

The lawyer for Mark Strong Sr., accused of promoting prostitution, is also asking the judge to recuse herself.

September 14, 2012

Negotiators have 'framework' to end Chicago strike

The city's nearly weeklong teachers strike appeared headed toward a resolution Friday, saying the "heavy lifting" was over.

September 14, 2012

Romney trying to shift focus back to economy

Following a quick fundraising trip to New York, Romney was headed Friday to Ohio, which has been essential to any Republican seeking the White House.

September 14, 2012

Augusta murder suspect seeks suppression of statement

Michael Young claims he asked for an attorney prior to interrogations by the police.

September 14, 2012

Topless photos of UK's Kate draw royal condemnation Video clip included

The royal family sues a French gossip magazine for a "grotesque and totally unjustifiable" invasion of privacy.

September 14, 2012

Poll shows tight presidential race in NH

The percentage of those who are undecided jumped to 12 percent from 4 percent in August.

September 14, 2012

Spill drill starts today in South Portland

A two-day hazardous materials drill will be conducted at Monson Chemical Co. on Runway Road.

September 14, 2012

Maine's retroactive sex-offender registry is unfair, lawsuit says

Remaining 'John Does' say they never were able to argue against registering as sex offenders.

September 14, 2012

Boston mobster agrees to 5-plus years for guilty plea

A Boston mobster acknowledged he was the acting head of the New England Mafia as he pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday.

September 14, 2012

Raid on US consulate a two-phase assault

 The armed militants who mingled with protesters in Benghazi may have had help from Libyan security.

September 14, 2012

Did Maine's insurance fix work?

20120913_Insurance Under Maine's new health insurance law, some business premiums have fallen while others jumped, stirring disagreement on its value.

September 14, 2012

U.S. puts overseas missions on high alert

 The United States is bracing for another potential eruption of violent demonstrations after Friday's weekly prayers.

September 14, 2012

Dispatches

Maine businessman and NASCAR fan is humanitarian award finalist / Woman accused in hit-and-run pleads not guilty / Fines could reach $12,000 for Falmouth couple who allegedly let minors drink ... and more news from around the state.

September 13, 2012

Harvard president says cheating probe doesn't single out athletes

The scandal investigation is not confined to any one student group, Harvard leader Drew Faust says.

September 14, 2012

Actress Close, husband accept creativity award

In addition to the star couple, the Portland event draws leaders of the state's business and arts communities, and features a funky mix of music and home movies.

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