Democratic leaders pursue the last of the 216 votes needed for passage today in the House, as Obama calls for unity.
March 2010
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Greens’ absence adds new wrinkle to governor’s race
AUGUSTA — The absence of a Green Independent Party candidate from the governor’s race means 6 percent to 9 percent of the Maine electorate will be up for grabs in November. Who grabs it – or whether Greens just stay home on Election Day – is the latest political wrinkle in a race likely to […]
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Wakefield looks sharp in five scoreless innings
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Tim Wakefield went five scoreless innings Saturday, giving up two hits and two walks with three strikeouts, and the Boston Red Sox beat a split squad of Baltimore Orioles, 6-0. “(It’s) fun watching guys put up zeros,” said Boston Manager Terry Francona. “(He was) in the zone for the most part, […]
Posted inMaine Mariners, Sports
Pirates come up short in overtime
Another one-goal game against Lowell, and the Devils take advantage of a mistake to earn a 3-2 win.
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Telegram All-State Girls’ Swimming
Jenni Roberts set three New England records, and also reveled in the success of her team.
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Telegram All-State Boys’ Swimming
James Wells of Morse, the best in Maine, has his sights on national records in an upcoming meet.
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Opponent: Removing dam was too costly
But an advocate of the Fort Halifax Dam project says the 2008 action was ‘absolutely’ the right idea.
Posted inMaine Mariners, News
Arena operation in spotlight after Pirates’ deal
Having the county manage the civic center brings up questions about efficiency, community involvement and profitability.
Posted inNation & World
As House gets ready to vote on overhaul, D.C. rally turns ugly
Angry protesters chant racial epithets at black members of Congress and spit on at least one.
Posted inNation & World
Thousands march against wars
Activist Cindy Sheehan is among those arrested for laying coffins at a fence outside the White House.