Drivers of a van and a dump truck were hospitalized following a crash involving four vehicles on Ossipee Trail (Route 25) in Gorham at 8:15 a.m. Wednesday. The crash shut down a section of the highway, a commuter route, near its intersection with Farrington Road. In a report, Lt. Christopher Sanborn, acting Gorham police chief, […]
2015
Posted inAmerican Journal
Police probe Gorham pileup
Drivers of a van and a dump truck were hospitalized following a crash involving four vehicles on Ossipee Trail (Route 25) in Gorham at 8:15 a.m. Wednesday. The crash shut down a section of the highway, a commuter route, near its intersection with Farrington Road. In a report, Lt. Christopher Sanborn, acting Gorham police chief, […]
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South Carolina to debate removal of Confederate flags
Even the Citadel, South Carolina’s military college, voted in favor of moving its Confederate Naval Jack flag from its prominent place inside the main chapel to a more ‘appropriate’ campus location.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Brunswick council warms up to solar power
BRUNSWICK — Motivated by Freeport’s example, the town is exploring its own solar-energy initiative. “With climate change probably being the greatest environmental and societal challenge … any effort this town can take the lead on for renewable energy is a great step forward,” Town Councilor Steve Walker said at the June 15 council meeting. A solar-energy […]
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‘Dukes’ actor, now a store owner, defends Confederate flag
Ben Jones posted on Facebook that fans of the show know that the flag represents values of the rural South including courage, family and good times.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine town’s residents vote down national park proposal
The majority of Medway residents voted against the project in the non-binding Tuesday vote.
Posted inBusiness
Bill to modify Skowhegan, Madison paper mill valuations clears legislative hurdle
The bill acknowledges diminished real estate values for paper mills as the industry struggles with closures and layoffs.
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Republican-led Congress hands Obama big victory on negotiating trade
The administration has been seeking ‘fast track’ authority as it works to complete a round of trade negotiations involving 12 Pacific nations, including Japan.
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As South Carolina honors victims, Alabama lowers Confederate flags
The coffin of state S.C. Sen. Clementa Pinckney, a minister slain in last week’s church massacre, is placed at the Statehouse for mourners to visit.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
South Portland councilors like Mill Creek Master Plan
SOUTH PORTLAND — City councilors on Monday night expressed support for the final draft of the Mill Creek Master Plan. But some recognized a need to consciously adapt to effects of revitalization, like with affordable housing. The Mill Creek neighborhood extends from E Street to Broadway, and is bordered by Cottage Road and the Casco Bay […]