2015 – Page 63 – The Portland Press Herald

Nation & World, News

Dangerous helicopter bird strikes on the rise, FAA warns

by JOAN LOWY The Associated Press December 27, 2015December 27, 2015

In 2013, 204 helicopter bird strikes were reported, a 68 percent increase from 2009.

News, Uncategorized

The Maine Forecast: Southern Maine to see first significant snow of winter

December 27, 2015December 27, 2015

Sports

Manning angrily denies report he used HGH in 2011

by Cindy Boren The Washington Post. December 27, 2015December 28, 2015

The report’s source, a former intern at an anti-aging institute, now says he fabricated the allegations.

Nation & World, News

Iraqi forces capture key Ramadi site

by The Associated Press December 27, 2015December 27, 2015

The battle for the city is a vital test for Iraqi troops as the Islamic State keeps its grip on the downtown.

Life & Culture

‘Force Awakens’ becomes fastest movie to reach $1 billion at box office

by The Associated Press December 27, 2015December 28, 2015

The ‘Star Wars’ movie hits the milestone in a record 12 days.

The Maine Forecast

Southern Maine to see first significant snow of winter

by David Epstein December 27, 2015

In spite many of us getting to spend a lot of time outside in the warmth over Christmas, it’s time for a reality check, snow is on the way. There are basically two things you need for snow, moisture and cold. Tuesday morning we will have each of those in place. My forecast is predicated […]