Portland is 0-5 for the first time in franchise history after an 8-3 loss at Trenton.
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Tropical storm leaves mark on Vermont soil
Irene’s flood waters left behind a layer of gravel, sand and silt that is choking farmers’ grass.
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‘I’m scared to death’: Fourth suspicious Gorham fire rattles neighbors
Residents watch for unusual activity after a fire burns a garage and damages vehicles at a house where the owner was away.
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Tom Caron: First start for Bard could be his last
If you were Bobby Valentine, who would you give the ball to in the ninth inning with a one-run lead? Most Red Sox fans would say tonight’s starting pitcher. But Daniel Bard is a starter, not a closer. At least for now. It’s what the 26-year-old righty wants, and Red Sox management is committed to […]
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Espionage shifts to universities
As schools become global in location and student body, they are vulnerable to theft of research.
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Lottery ticket becomes great birthday present
The store in Albion that sold the scratch ticket also benefits from the $250,000 payoff.
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NHL Notebook: Thomas rested, and ready to go
WILMINGTON, Mass. — Tim Thomas has gotten some rest. And if last season’s playoffs are any indication, he’s going to need it. “I don’t think he’s a tired goaltender,” Bruins Coach Claude Julien said as the defending Stanley Cup champions prepared for what they hope will be another long playoff run. “I’ve seen Tim tired […]
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College Roundup: St. Joseph’s sweeps Pine Manor
STANDISH — Maddie Kluna allowed three hits and Rae-Mare Copan gave up just two as St. Joseph’s (22-4) took a pair of five-inning, mercy-rule softball victories, 9-1 and 11-1, over visiting Pine Manor (4-12). Kluna struck out five in the opener. In the second game, Theresa Hendrix had a single and a triple, drove in […]
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Maine switch: High school diploma based on proficiency
Lawmakers appear set to require evidence of skills to graduate rather than length of time in school.
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Standish man ‘critical’ after alleged bat attack
Ryan Wescott suffered life-threatening injuries in the incident, authorities say.