PORTLAND — A proposed $3 million project to provide housing for veterans is moving forward on two fronts. On June 2, City Councilors are expected to have a first reading on the creation of a tax increment finance zone at 134 Washington Ave. that could net $207,000 in operating revenue over 20 years for the […]
May 2014
Posted inNation & World, News
German probe finds 20 suspected former death camp guards
The lead investigator says the suspects – men and women – all live in Germany.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Marine missing after fall from aircraft in N.C.
It wasn’t immediately clear how the Marine fell from the aircraft, which can take off like a helicopter and fly like an airplane.
Posted inMaine, News
Police have ‘a really good lead’ in Skowhegan break-in spree
‘It looks like they’re all connected,’ says Police Chief Ted Blais.
Posted inLife & Culture, Nation & World, News
Teen asks Biden to the prom, gets last-minute surprise
Her invitation: ‘I could only tolerate a high school dance if I was to be escorted by the most delightful man in America.’
Posted inMaine, News
Arctic Sea ice conference starts today at UMaine
Speakers are expected to address global, national and Maine issues related to the environment, trade, politics and policy.
Posted inMaine, News
One dead, three hurt in Stockton Springs crash
A 79-year-old man dies in the three-vehicle crash on U.S. Route 1.
Posted inForecaster Sports, The Forecaster
Scarborough holds on for revenge victory over Portland
SCARBOROUGH—It was a dish of revenge served more wet than cold, but the Scarborough baseball team got a much-needed victory Monday afternoon. Hosting Portland on a rainy and windy afternoon at “Packy” McFarland Field, the Red Storm bounced back from a painful loss in their last outing and found a way to prevail even on […]
Posted inBusiness, Source
From farms to tables, a shopper disconnect in Maine
A survey finds most Mainers want to buy local foods, but need more help finding them through clear labeling and source information.
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Maine general, Gov. LePage to meet amid National Guard flap
Brig. Gen. James Campbell has faced criticism among many in the guard for his plan to send an engineering battalion out of state in exchange for an infantry unit.