But it’s not easy for Daryl Buck, 66, to retire from Hillman’s Bakery in Fairfield, where he first worked as a child.
2014
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Outdoor calendar
UPCOMING Beaver Tales, 6:30 p.m. Jan. 6, Holden Join Maine Master Naturalist Christy Stout at Maine Audubon’s Fields Pond Nature Center and learn about beavers. How do they survive the winter? What is life like locked under the ice? Discover more about these amazing creatures, their family life and their winter challenges. Cost is $5 […]
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Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
With playoffs looming, Patriots will ‘do what’s best’
New England has clinched home-field advantage and most likely will not put its key players at risk.
Posted inSports
Harbaugh expected to leave 49ers to take Michigan job
The San Francisco coach feels his style is better suited for the college game, sources say.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
U.S. prepares to reopen embassy in Cuba
The American building in Havana opened in 1953 and has been the focus of anti-American protests.
Posted inMaine, News
Hallowell police chief faces council vote on his job
Chief Eric Nason has been embroiled in two allegations of sexual misconduct.
Posted inSports
NHL Roundup: Slumping Devils to try coaching by committee
The general manager and two retired players will lead the team.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Legislation’s goal: Legal limit for driving while high
Law enforcers like the idea of a clear way to test impairment, but marijuana advocates warn that the science isn’t there yet.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
At least four bills planned on marijuana use
A Portland legislator advises the state to get out in front of competing citizen initiatives.
Posted inNews
When two parents lose jobs, it’s a meager holiday
A couple with two children hoped to give their daughters a ‘Christmas they deserve.’