Meshael Alayban was arrested after a maid alleged she was held against her will and forced to work long hours.
2013
Posted inNation & World, News
Texas Senate on track to pass tough abortion rules
When protesters arrive at the state Capitol today, dozens of extra police officers will be waiting. For those who break the rules, the Senate’s leader has the authority to jail them for up to 48 hours.
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Posted inMaine, News
Maine beaches focus of conference today at SMCC
The daylong symposium features sessions on tourism, erosion control, pollution and other beach-related topics, with the opening session focusing on Superstorm Sandy.
Posted inNation & World, News
Rare surplus keeps nation on track to lower deficit
WASHINGTON – The federal government on Thursday reported a rare surplus of $116.5 billion in June, the largest for a single month in five years. The gain kept the nation on track for its lowest annual deficit in five years. The June surplus was due in part to $66.3 billion in dividend payments from Fannie […]
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Maine International Film Festival gets under way
It will feature nearly 100 independent, international and Maine-made films and provide audiences a chance to talk with directors, writers, producers and others working behind the scenes.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
INSIDE NAPLES – 7/12
Fourth of July Fun It was great to see so many people milling about enjoying our new Causeway scene. There is a different vibe there now: one of modernity, pride, and cleanliness. Boating is particularly fun when passing under the new bridge in between Brandy Pond and Long Lake and waving to all the people […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Task force to study Windham commerce
WINDHAM – The Windham Town Council voted Tuesday night to form a seven-member task force aimed at exploring ways to improve economic development efforts in Windham and to put into action the town’s recently adopted economic development strategic plan. The 60-page strategic plan was developed with public input starting in January 2012 by the Windham […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Task force to study Windham commerce
WINDHAM – The Windham Town Council voted Tuesday night to form a seven-member task force aimed at exploring ways to improve economic development efforts in Windham and to put into action the town’s recently adopted economic development strategic plan. The 60-page strategic plan was developed with public input starting in January 2012 by the Windham […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Task force to study Windham commerce
WINDHAM – The Windham Town Council voted Tuesday night to form a seven-member task force aimed at exploring ways to improve economic development efforts in Windham and to put into action the town’s recently adopted economic development strategic plan. The 60-page strategic plan was developed with public input starting in January 2012 by the Windham […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Task force to study Windham commerce
WINDHAM – The Windham Town Council voted Tuesday night to form a seven-member task force aimed at exploring ways to improve economic development efforts in Windham and to put into action the town’s recently adopted economic development strategic plan. The 60-page strategic plan was developed with public input starting in January 2012 by the Windham […]