SOUTH PORTLAND – Andy Martel of Bonny Eagle and Bobby Begin of Thornton Academy are two of six finalists for the Frank J. Gaziano Memorial Award, given each year to one offensive lineman and one defensive lineman “who epitomize the character, leadership, and perseverance of Gaziano. Recipients will be selected by the awards committee based […]
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Rangeley snowmobile festival to go on despite tragedy
The Rangeley Lakes Snowmobile Club will go ahead with its annual Snodeo, which attracts thousands and boosts the town’s economy.
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Top talent lined up for Obama’s inaugural events
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is drawing an A-list of performers for his inaugural festivities, including a massive gala expected to draw more than 35,000 revelers. Katy Perry, Smokey Robinson, Usher, Alicia Keys and Brad Paisley are among the stars planning to sing at Obama’s inaugural galas Jan. 21 and a children’s concert on Jan. […]
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Obama, Karzai meeting to discuss ending Afghan war
The White House says the president would be open to pulling all U.S. forces out of Afghanistan at the end of 2014.
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Fire spurs FAA to launch review of Boeing 787
A fire ignited Monday in a battery pack of a Japan Airlines 787 empty of passengers as the plane sat on the tarmac at Boston’s Logan International Airport.
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High winds knock down Poland fire station addition
The collapse occurred Thursday morning, just as firefighters were returning from responding to a car crash.
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Mass. yanks violent games from highway rest stops
The action comes after parents complained about the video games in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Newtown, Conn.
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U.S. attack submarine strikes vessel in Persian Gulf
The collision damaged one of The USS Jacksonville’s periscopes, but did not injure anyone.
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A bit of ice then a mild weekend followed by sinking temperatures
There is good news and bad news this weekend for winter sports enthusiasts. We will have very mild air over the region both Saturday and Sunday. I expect many towns in southern Maine to exceed 50F for a real January treat. Even in ski country the snow will soften in the afternoon for some marginally […]
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Northern Maine ski resort plans comeback
A nonprofit group says it’s hoping to have the Big Squaw Mountain resort outside of Greenville open for the weekend of Jan. 19.