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Fireworks ban in Biddeford gets initial approval

BIDDEFORD — City council gave initial approval for a total ban on the sale and use of consumer fireworks within city boundaries. Only Councilors Michael Swanton and David Bourque voted against the prohibition. If final approval is granted when the council meets next in April, Biddeford will join the ranks of more than two dozen […]

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Abbott’s status still up in the air

WORCESTER, Mass. — If he could, UMaine left wing Spencer Abbott would give himself the medical thumbs up, put his concussion behind him, then help his Black Bears put down defending champion Minnesota-Duluth in tonight’s NCAA Northeast Regional semifinal. But he can’t. Instead, wiser heads will prevail, and if he does pass the scrutiny of […]

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Fish and game club celebrates 75 years

LYMAN — Hunting and fishing are part of Maine’s outdoor heritage ”“ pastimes that have brought families together for generations. The York County Fish and Game Association is marking 75 years of carrying on those traditions, and its anniversary offers not only a chance to look forward to the club’s future, but also to celebrate […]

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MSHA resignation seems wrongly forced

Without the numbers, it is difficult to speculate on whether or not funds were misused at the Maine State Housing Authority. But one thing is clear: Republicans have had it out for the agency’s head since they gained control of the Legislature and Governor’s office. Most notably, state Treasurer Bruce Poliquin, a board member of […]

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Abbott’s status still up in the air

UMaine star Spencer Abbott, who is trying to come back from a head injury, practiced with the Black Bears, Friday at the DCU Center in Worcester, Mass., in preparation for tonight’s NCAA Northeast Regional semifinal game against Minnesota-Duluth. Abbott’s availability won’t be known until later today. (DAN HICKLING/Journal Tribune)