Many years ago, I learned about surplus food, distributed free by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. At that time, I was married and living with my in-laws in South Dakota. They cared for eight foster children and once a month on what she called “pick-up day,” my mother-in-law went to a distribution point to pick […]
2013
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Lakes Region Weekly
ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS – Food program: A surplus surprise
Many years ago, I learned about surplus food, distributed free by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. At that time, I was married and living with my in-laws in South Dakota. They cared for eight foster children and once a month on what she called “pick-up day,” my mother-in-law went to a distribution point to pick […]
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South Portland police offer chance to turn in firearms
SOUTH PORTLAND – The South Portland Police Department is offering residents the chance to turn in firearms, no questions asked. In a press release, Lt. Frank Clark wrote, “As a public service, the South Portland Police Department will accept any unwanted, forgotten, unsafe, or potentially illegal firearms or ammunition with no questions asked. “The department […]
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Recovery operation still on hold for 3 missing snowmobilers
RANGELEY — As officials had predicted, a recovery effort to find three missing snowmobilers is still on hold today due to high winds, according to Col. John MacDonald, a spokesman for the Maine Warden Service. During a news conference Tuesday morning, Lt. Kevin Adam said recovery efforts on Rangeley Lake might not resume until Thursday, […]
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Durham eyes new public works plan
DURHAM – After months of work, the committee looking at the possibility creating a public works department in Durham will make its first report to town selectmen this week. Members of the Public Works Feasibility Study Committee are slated to report their progress on Thursday, Jan. 3, at 6:30 p.m., in the Durham Town Office. […]
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Tri-Town Community Calendar – 1/02
Upcoming Events – Durham Code Enforcement Officer, Wednesday, Jan. 2, 5-7 p.m., Durham Town Office. Free movie at Freeport Community Library, Thursday, Jan. 3, 1 p.m., “The Artist,” starring Berenice Bejo and Jean Dujardin. Popcorn will be served. Durham selectmen, Thursday, Jan. 3, 7 p.m., Durham Town Office. “Adventure in Art,” opening reception for exhibit […]
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Pownal News – 1/02
Upcoming meetings The Pownal selectmen have two meetings scheduled for January. The selectmen will be meeting on Monday, Jan. 7, at 7 p.m. in the DeWitt Room of Mallett Hall and then again on Monday, Jan. 21, also at 7 p.m. in the DeWitt Room. The Pownal Planning Board will hold ordinance review workshops on […]
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Global financial markets rally after ‘fiscal cliff’ deal
Financial markets around the world started 2013 with hefty gains as investors welcomed Washington’s last-minute deal not to go over the so-called “fiscal cliff.”
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Durham News – 1/02
Upcoming meetings, ?office hours The Durham code enforcement officer will be available to the public at the Durham Town Office on Wednesday, Jan. 2, from 5-7 p.m. The code enforcement officer will also be available at the Town Office from 5-7 p.m. on Jan. 9, 16, 23 and 30. The Durham Planning Board will hold […]
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POLITICS AND OTHER MISTAKES – Guns are drawn
“Just try to say it,” said the mental health counselor. “OK,” I said, “I guess I can do that much. Here goes. I’m in favor of g-g-g- … gack!” “Take it easy,” said the counselor, wiping spittle off his shirt. “Remember to breathe. Now, try again.” “G-g-g- … g-g-gun. Guns. I’m in favor of guns.” […]