“The Ice Cream Theory” is a cozy, upbeat book that tells us a lot about people — vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, even pistachio — and how we often interact. Most of all, it offers fresh, insightful looks at ourselves. Seldom has a book with ice cream as its central metaphor been so endearingly warm. The author, […]
March 2010
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Pirates’ comeback bid falls short at Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The Portland Pirates nearly overcame a four-goal deficit in the third period but had the potential tying goal waved off after the final buzzer as the Syracuse Crunch held on for a 4-3 victory Saturday night. The Pirates trailed 4-0 entering the third period but got their first goal when Mike Weber […]
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Maine gets home ice despite a loss
The Black Bears again fall to UMass but finish fourth in Hockey East and will host a playoff series.
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Colby women suffer agonizing setback
The White Mules are eliminated from the NCAA Division III tourney, losing to Babson in double OT.
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scene & heard datebook
IF YOU’RE LOOKING to party and network this week, check out: MONDAY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY GALA, 5:30-9 p.m., Irish Heritage Center, Portland. Features fashion show of traditional garments from more than 25 countries. $10 at door or call 332-9750. CELEBRATING WOMEN OPENING RECEPTION, 5-7 p.m., UNE Art Gallery, Portland. Photographer Paola Gianturco shows images of […]
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Bowdoin women advance with win
The Polar Bears are in the NCAA tourney Sweet 16 by topping Western Connecticut.
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For Vietnamese dishes, Saigon ranks near the top
From skewered, grilled shrimp and beef to bowls of aromatic beef broth swimming with noodles and meat, Saigon Restaurant is making sure its customers are exceptionally well fed. The attractive room decorated with prints of Vietnamese people and large potted palms makes a comfortable setting for this visit to Southeast Asia, a short drive away […]
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Yankees’ backup catcher suffers second concussion
TAMPA, Fla. – Yankees catcher Francisco Cervelli sustained a concussion Saturday after being hit in the helmet by a pitch during the third inning of New York’s 9-1 loss against the Toronto Blue Jays. It was Cervelli’s second concussion since the Yankees won the World Series in November. Cervelli was hit in the same spot […]
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Wilfork, Patriots finally agree to long-term deal
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Two-time Pro Bowl nose tackle Vince Wilfork has agreed to a long-term contract that will keep him with the New England Patriots. The team put the franchise tag on Wilfork last month, keeping him from becoming a free agent and giving the sides more time to work out a contract. Wilfork announced […]