A study falls short of proof, but it is troubling because both autism and obesity have been increasing in the U.S.
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Waterville man remains ‘critical’ after stabbing
WATERVILLE — A 26-year-old Waterville man was in critical condition at a hospital after he was stabbed twice in the back during a fight early Sunday on Spring Street. Michael Reed was hospitalized at Maine Medical Center in Portland, a hospital spokeswoman said Sunday. Reed was hit on the head with a piece of wood […]
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Ticks warm up to Maine’s mild spring
The Maine Center for Disease Control hopes education will check the incidence of Lyme disease.
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New demands scuttle Syria truce plan
The country’s Foreign Ministry calls for written guarantees that rebels will lay down their weapons.
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Lyme disease treatment puts artist on road to recovery
The tick-borne illness debilitates a robust, long-distance bike rider, but treatment is now helping.
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Deal with U.S. gives Afghans authority over night raids
The agreement resolves one of the most contentious issues between the two allies.
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Mainers aid Sudan medical mission
Portland’s Sudanese raise money for a doctor to train others in prenatal care and safe delivery techniques.
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N.H. trying new salmon strategy
Releasing young fish into the Merrimack River in hopes they’ll return and spawn has not worked.
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Ride service rolls toward a milestone
The nonprofit ITNPortland is expected to offer its 250,000th ride to a lucky passenger this week.
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In an old Chicago meat plant, greens and fish grow
An urban aquaponics operation is one of only a few in the U.S. attempting indoor farming on a commercial scale.