NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has a difficult mission in his first extended visit to New Hampshire: to convince activists and voters that he can win the Republican presidential nomination in a crowded primary where he appears to have been outmaneuvered by likely rivals before the race has technically begun. The trip, […]
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Bryant could finally make his big league debut for Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Could Kris Bryant make his Chicago Cubs’ debut as early as Friday? The Cubs placed infielder Tommy La Stella on the disabled list Tuesday because of right ribcage inflammation and recalled left-hander Zac Rosscup from Triple-A Iowa. Chicago manager Joe Maddon said “it’s possible” the Cubs could add an infielder for Friday’s […]
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Safety risk of shrinking airline seats questioned by DOT
WASHINGTON — The shrinking space on airplanes is surely uncomfortable, but it might also be dangerous for passengers’ health and safety. Planes are filled with more passengers than ever before. Fliers are older and heavier. Flight attendants warn about an increase in air rage, and experts question if having rows of seats packed closer together […]
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Editorial Roundup
The Journal Inquirer of Manchester (Conn.), April 7: As we ponder the situation in the Middle East and its many ramifications, it becomes more and more complicated. One never seems to know which side to support. When we support the Sunni group in Syria we find ourselves on the side of al-Qaida. When we support […]
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Talbot-Malhotra
SACO — Charles and Janine Talbot of Saco are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Krystin Elizabeth Talbot, to Rohaan Malhotra of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, son of Rajiv and Susmeeta Malhotra of Atlanta, Georgia. Krystin is a 2006 graduate of Thornton Academy in Saco and received her bachelor’s degree in graphic design with a […]
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Former county manager, legislator, dies
ALFRED — Former York County Manager Richard Brown, who came out of retirement as a consultant when York County government was in financial difficulties ”“ and who was later hired as manager ”“ has died. Brown, 74, most recently lived in Ocean Park and was a winter resident of Florida, where he died April 11. […]
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Pearson, UNE shut down Curry after halftime
MILTON, Mass. — John Dusel recorded 12 saves in the first half and David Pearson shut out Curry College the rest of the way as the University of New England logged a 9-4 Commonwealth Coast Conference men’s lacrosse victory on Tuesday evening at Walter Katz Field. The Nor’easters (8-7) won for the fourth time in […]
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Crowder’s shot lifts Celtics past Raptors, into 7th spot
BOSTON — The Boston Celtics knew they were in the playoffs. Now they can start thinking about a matchup with LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jae Crowder hit an off-balance fall-away shot from deep on the right wing with .8 seconds left, lifting Boston to a 95-93 win over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday […]
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Save the Stackpole Bridge
Stackpole Bridge in Saco is here today, but may be gone before summer’s end, even though there is a proposed design that is below the cost of a cement replacement which will save the current structure and also meet current standards. Below are the facts about Stackpole Bridge in Saco: ”¢ Oldest stone bridge on […]
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Births
SMHC Valerie-Paige Louise Hafford, daughter of Corey Hafford and Tricha Kiernan of Biddeford, born March 13. Daniel Robert Hersom, son of Michael and Elizabeth (Brackleg) Hersom of Waterboro, born March 15. Jayce Paul Deyo, son of Ashley Deyo of Sanford, born March 17. Oakley Cooper Clock, son of Justin and Carrie Clock of Sanford, born […]