Some of Maine’s uniqueness comes naturally, but most of the state’s ‘weird’ comes straight from the courageous, crafty minds of locals.
2015
Posted inHistory, This Date in History
50 years ago today: June 11, 1965
View the historic front page from the Portland Press Herald:
Southwest Maine faces stiff competition in bid for location of atom smasher; Storm raises havoc in central Maine; LBJ sees no economic gloom or doom.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Link
Seasonal restaurants, seasonal theaters: MaineToday Magazine keeps you informed
There are sure signs that summer approaches, and it’s time to enjoy all that Maine has to offer.
Posted inBusiness
Maine Department of Labor, feds feud over job predictions
The feds predicted a gain of 5,100 Maine jobs for 2014, then later revised the number to just 1,900.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Cell tower on Deering High roof undergoes tests after fish die in classroom
Authorities say the likelihood of a link is remote, but Portland school officials want to know if radio frequency levels are elevated, particularly in Room 305.
Posted inLife & Culture, Nation & World, Religion and Values
Pope creates tribunal to judge bishops
Francis OKs proposals of his sexual abuse advisory board, although details must still be worked out.
Posted inBusiness
EPA takes initial step against plane emissions
But the agency may defer to the U.N. for a global policy.
Posted inMaine, News
Re-enactment kicking off Fort Halifax Park fundraiser
Winslow will start work on an improvement project after the July Fourth celebration.
Posted inNation & World
In Ohio, trio allegedly killed the wrong man
Three men are indicted for a 2006 contract hit that killed the wrong Daniel Ott.
Posted inLife & Culture
Unpublished copy of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ sequel stolen in England
The erotic trilogy has sold more than 125 million copies.