In both Maine and the U.S., the elderly are the most likely to kill themselves, research shows.
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Posted inNation & World
Filipino named world’s shortest man
The title goes to the son of a poor blacksmith and homemaker who stands only 23 1/2 inches tall.
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Posted inNation & World
Libyan forces battle rebels for control of key port city
A Libyan government spokesman dismisses the rebels’ claims of victories as ‘wishful reporting.’
Posted inNews
Land trust hopes to raise $700,000 to purchase scenic Casco viewing spot
Loon Echo Land Trust’s effort to buy Hacker’s Hill is backed by the town, which donated $75,000.
Posted inNation & World
‘The Syrian army is fighting itself’ in northwestern town
The government launches a decisive assault to show it is prepared for an all-out battle to keep power.
Posted inNation & World
More lawmakers urge Weiner to quit
It would be tough for the scandal-plagued Weiner to do his job, says the No. 2 House Democrat.
Posted inNews
State House Notebook: It’s not over until it’s over – so when is that?
Betting pools will begin this week as staffers and lawmakers try to predict the date and time of adjournment. House Speaker Robert Nutting, R-Oakland, informed the House last week that there will be no session today, and that the rest of the week is anyone’s guess. The budget will be the big item on the […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Thompson’s Point tax plan good deal for city
What the city would gain in tax revenue and economic activity outweighs what it would give up.
Posted inOpinion
Maine Voices: New registration law will not make it more difficult to vote
There are a number of convenient ways to qualify for the franchise that are available to any citizen.
Posted inOpinion
Maine Voices: Look closely at proposals for state to acquire troubled landfill
Wanting to preserve paper mill jobs is a worthy goal, but it still has to be cost-effective.