2015 – Page 131 – The Portland Press Herald

Alcohol’s death toll exceeds opiates’

by Christopher Ingraham The Washington Post December 22, 2015December 22, 2015

In 2014, more people died from alcohol-induced causes than from overdoses of prescription painkillers and heroin combined, according to the CDC.

Quinn Hewitt scores 25 points and the Capers hold a 35-19 scoring advantage in the second half to secure the win.

by GENE JOHNSON The Associated Press December 22, 2015December 22, 2015

Record warmth is expected on Christmas Eve along the East Coast

by The Associated Press December 22, 2015December 22, 2015

The Columbus Zoo in Ohio throws a party for Colo, who was born in that zoo in 1956.

The actor unwittingly bought a fossil that authorities say was stolen.

by The Associated Press December 22, 2015December 22, 2015

The Patriots’ new receiver has had little time to study the playbook.

by JAMEY KEATEN The Associated Press December 22, 2015December 22, 2015

Almost all came by sea, and 3,692 others died trying to make the crossing.

by Staff reports December 22, 2015December 22, 2015

The $460 million will cover wrongful death, personal injury and other claims filed after the fiery train derailment in Canada in 2013.

by MARTIN MEJIA The Associated Press December 22, 2015December 22, 2015

The Peace Ark plans further stops around the world on a three-month mission.

A strong third quarter leads to a 63-44 win and shows how the unbeaten Lions have progressed so far this season.