For the past several months, I’ve felt like a health-food version of the jock in the ’80s Brat Pack film “The Breakfast Club.” Each morning after I arrive at the Press Herald’s office in One City Center, I unpack a bag filled with two pieces of fruit, two lunches and at least one snack, plus […]
2013
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Congress considers putting limits on drone strikes
The Democratic-led outcry was emboldened by the revelation in a newly surfaced Justice Department memo that shows drones can strike against a wider range of threats, with less evidence, than previously believed.
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FBI: Ala. hostage-taker was in ‘firefight’ with SWAT agents
Also, bomb technicians scouring his rural property found two explosive devices, one in the bunker, one in a plastic pipe that negotiators used to communicate with the man.
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If gay ban ends, Maine troops have decision to make
Maine’s lead councils and some sponsor groups want to let each scout unit decide for themselves on whether to admit gays.
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Maine karate instructor admits to molesting student
Wade Robert Hoover, 35, pleads guilty to production of child pornography and possession of child pornography.
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Report: Rural Mainers lack access to dentists
The report could help guide lawmakers as they try to address inadequate dental care.
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LePage’s liquor bill aims to repay hospital debt
The emergency legislation says that the state will control liquor revenue, with a private contractor handling other tasks.
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Feature obituary: Steven Onos, 47, death a ‘big loss’ for community, schools
Mr. Onos served six years on the South Portland School Board and was instrumental in the planning to renovate four elementary schools.
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Portland crossing to get shorter, beach road safer
The city is expected to do work along the Eastern Promenade this summer to improve safety for pedestrians.
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Second-in-command of Maine Warden Service dies
Maj. Gregory Sanborn died Tuesday at age 47 after battling cancer for more than a year.