The president’s address, in which he calls protesters ‘terrorists,’ draws scathing comments from critics.
2012
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Man found dead in Brunswick is identified through DNA
Brunswick police say Raymond Graebe, 79, had been diagnosed with cancer and took his own life.
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Posted inNation & World
Scientists: World closer to nuclear catastrophe
WASHINGTON – The world needs a wake-up call, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists says. By inching the minute hand of the Doomsday Clock – which symbolizes how close the world is to catastrophe – a minute closer to midnight (or world elimination) Tuesday, board members of the science organization said they hope political leaders […]
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Maine high court takes up Plum Creek project
At issue is whether regulators should have held more hearings on the plan before approving it.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Letters to the Editor:Guantanamo undermines U.S. ideals
Ten years ago today, on Jan. 11, 2002, the first prisoners arrived at Guantanamo Bay. Within weeks, our government declared that the Geneva Conventions did not apply to these prisoners. The prison soon developed a reputation for the torture and mistreatment of prisoners. It has been used as a justification for imprisonment and abuse of […]
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10 years in, Guantanamo detainees see no end to limbo
Demonstrations against the facility in Cuba are expected in Washington, London and at the prison.
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Senators uphold Maine governor’s vetoes
Tax breaks for loggers and arts centers are rejected, as are energy-efficiency standards for buildings.
Posted inOpinion
Another View: Planning in the North Woods an issue for all Mainers
Proposals to change the Land Use Regulation Commission should retain a statewide focus.
Posted inOpinion
Maine Voices: Emphasis on fresh set of three R’s will help prepare students to succeed
Resilient students who have good relationships with and respect teachers will be inspired to learn.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Cellphone useby drivers not worth the risk
The state should take strong action to get ever more distracted drivers to pay attention.