Police charge a Portland man with terrorizing after the threat forced a four-hour shutdown and bus cancellations.
2013
Posted inNation & World, News
Members-only pot clubs springing up in Colo.
The private pot dens began popping up less than a month after Colorado’s governor signed into law a constitutional amendment allowing recreational pot use.
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400 expected for Lobster Dip ocean plunge
The Lobster Dip was Maine’s original cold-water fundraiser when it began in 1988 with about 15 participants.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Snowe, Collins support ‘fiscal cliff’ compromise in early-morning vote
Like many of their colleagues, the two Maine senators said the final package was far from perfect but, most importantly, avoided tax hikes on the middle class.
Posted inNews, Politics
Snowe, Collins support ‘fiscal cliff’ compromise in early-morning vote
Like many of their colleagues, the two Maine senators said the final package was far from perfect but, most importantly, avoided tax hikes on the middle class.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
People and Business
Appointments Falmouth Historical Society recently elected a new board: Scott McLeod, president; Janice de Lima, vice president; Betsy Jo Whitcomb, secretary; Fred Howe, treasurer; and directors Polly Burke, Andi Jackson-Darling, Suzanne Geyer, Patricia Halpin, Diane Howe, Alvin H. Morrison, Mark Stevanovic and Maytha Southard. The Opportunity Alliance recently announced that Thomas Saturley became chairman of the board of […]
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland Meetings: Jan. 2-8
Thu. 1 /3 5 p.m. Parks Commission 55 Portland St.Thu. 1 /3 5 p.m. Land Bank Commission CHThu. 1 /3 6:30 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals CHFri. 1 /4 8 a.m. Legislative Committee CHMon. 1/7 7 p.m. City Council CHTue. 1 /8 3:30 p.m. Planning Board Workshop CHTue. 1 /8 5:30 p.m. Public Safety, Health […]
Posted inForecaster Obituaries, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Mark W. Beatty, 52: A loyal friend
PORTLAND—Mark W. Beatty, 52, died unexpectedly on Dec. 24 surrounded by his family. He was born in Portland, on March 14, 1960, the son of Patrick L. and Marilyn L. (Loveitt) Beatty. Beatty grew up in Portland and graduated from Portland High School in 1978. He was a communicant of the Cathedral of the Immaculate […]
Posted inCurrent, Forecaster Sports
In Maine, a year of charitable giving from 7 who care
Many people contributed to worthy causes in 2013. Here’s seven key philanthropists – who think locally and give generously – discussing why they give.
Posted inSports
College Roundup: Georgia Tech ruins USC’s day in the Sun
EL PASO, Texas – Southern California was ranked No. 1 at the beginning of the season, and Matt Barkley was a strong contender for the Heisman Trophy. The year ended with Barkley on the sideline with a shoulder injury Monday as the Trojans lost to Georgia Tech in the Sun Bowl. Tevin Washington threw a […]