The largest wildifire in the U.S. this year is still only 40 percent contained.
September 2013
Posted inNews
Slot-revenue decline hits harness racing
More challenges include fewer spectators, a weak economy and unregulated online gambling.
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Posted inLife & Culture
Actor sleeps in caves to play serial killer
VENICE, Italy – Scott Haze says he spent three cold months living in the mountains of Tennessee, subsisting on one piece of fish and one apple a day, and sleeping in caves to prepare for the role of serial killer Lester Ballard in the film adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s novel “Child of God.” “I knew […]
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Maine delegation not ready to back attack on Syria
Sens. Collins and King and Rep. Michaud are each undecided about backing a strike at Syria in retaliation for nerve-gas use, while Rep. Pingree leans toward opposing military action.
Posted inLife & Culture, News
How was our fleeting Maine summer?
Once we got past the rain, pollen and mosquitoes, it was perfect for stand-up paddle boarding.
Posted inSports
Brewers drop Rogers from 40-man roster
Mark Rogers had hoped to return to Milwaukee, but he has been plagued by shoulder issues.
Posted inNation & World
Mandela discharged from hospital
With his health still critical and sometimes unstable, he receives intensive care at home in Johannesburg.
Posted inNation & World
Egypt’s ousted leader to be tried
Mohammed Morsi and 14 of his Muslim Brotherhood members are accused of inciting at least 10 killings.
Posted inClose to Home
Events
Driver safety class / Humorist at church / Austen-themed garden talk … and other happenings in Maine
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Military Notes
Navy Midshipmen Michael J. Kenyon and Alexandra D. Lynch have recently completed basic midshipman training at the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Md. Kenyon is the son of Diana and Edward Kenyon of Brunswick. He is a 2013 graduate of Brunswick High School. Lynch is the daughter of Denise and Daniel Lynch of Topsham. Army National […]