Under his leadership from 1961 to 1968, more than 60 additions were made to the National Park system.
March 2010
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Democrats could make history, but at what cost?
Unlike Social Security or Medicare, Obama’s health care bill would pass over united GOP opposition.
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‘From the Top’ brings young talent to Merrill
“From the Top,” a National Public Radio program that profiles talented young musicians, will come to Portland for a show at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Merrill Auditorium. Hosted by concert pianist Christopher O’Riley, the program will be recorded for national broadcast. “From the Top” offers serious music, light-hearted skits and informal interviews, and listeners are […]
Posted inOpinion
Under the stethoscope from birth to death
How much medical care do we want in our lives? The answer directly affects our quality of life and the nation’s burgeoning health care costs.
Posted inSports
Trainers play crucial role in protecting pitchers’ health
Strengthening exercises and stretching help pitchers prepare for the start of a new season.
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Lesser-known bug poses bigger threat
A study of 28 hospitals in the Southeast finds that infections from C-diff are surpassing MRSA cases.
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Latest bomb threat has Calif. police shaken up
A caller says a cruiser would be blown up in retaliation for a sweep against a biker club.
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Connor: Developing distaste for reform
Barring some unforeseen turn of events, President Obama’s long-awaited and much-debated plan to reform health care is about to become the law of the land. Heading into the weekend, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., was predicting passage of the $940 billion bill by the House of Representatives, possibly as early as today. Passage of the bill […]
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scene & heard datebook
IF YOU’RE LOOKING to party, network or support a good cause this week, check out: TUESDAY SCARBOROUGH BUY LOCAL LAUNCH PARTY, 5 to 7:30 p.m., The Landing at Pine Point. Join business owners for the kick-off of this new group with food, door prizes and a cash bar. Free. 831-9568. WEDNESDAY FALMOUTH/CUMBERLAND CHAMBER BUSINESS AFTER […]
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CEOs say sorry and thanks for all the dough
It’s harder to hide mistakes in a digital age, so top execs might want to polish their apologies.