The city the rest of Maine loves to hate is about to give a whole new meaning to “The Way Life Should Be.”
2013
Posted inSports
Chris Froome dodges disaster, keeps Tour lead
Alberto Contador takes a tumble, forcing Chris Froome to swerve and avoid a collision.
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Military reforms for sex cases gain key support
WASHINGTON – An ambitious, bipartisan effort to overhaul the military justice system and stanch the increasing number of sexual assaults gained crucial support from conservatives Tuesday, setting up a showdown with the Pentagon’s top brass. Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., announced his backing for legislation sponsored by Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would remove commanders from […]
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Maine Med buyout terms detailed
About 400 workers must decide soon on offers for severance pay and health insurance options.
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Living the dream with daily fantasy sports
Companies aim to take short-term and small buy-in competitions to mainstream sports fans.
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Homeowners could get flood insurance break
The Senate is considering giving flood-prone owners a reprieve from steep increases to their rates.
Posted inNation & World
Dogs used for product testing rescued from death sentence
POTOMAC, Md. – Madison sported a new pink collar. Franklin sauntered toward the sound of a whistle to nibble chicken out of a welcoming hand. Jay lapped water from a bowl and explored the landscape of a sunny back yard. Seven beagles and their human families enjoyed the pleasures of a warm afternoon and a […]
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Liberals get key positions in Egypt
CAIRO – Egypt’s interim leader on Tuesday swore in the first Cabinet since the military ousted the Islamist president, giving members of the country’s liberal movements key positions and naming three Christians and three women, their highest numbers in an Egyptian government. The new government is led by Prime Minister Hazem el-Beblawi, an economist. Army […]
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People & Entertainment: Stevie Wonder boycotts Florida
NEW YORK – Stevie Wonder says he won’t perform in Florida and other states with a “stand your ground” law. In a video posted on YouTube, the 63-year-old singer said at a concert in Quebec City on Sunday “that until the ‘stand your ground’ law is abolished in Florida, I will never perform there again.” […]
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Wealth allows Pingree to pay her ‘dues’ to House Democrats
Maine’s 1st District congresswoman went from giving to fellow politicians about $180 a year to about $67,000 a year.