PORTLAND — Millions of years ago, dinosaurs ruled the earth. Now they rule Maine Wharf, in the latest exhibit at the Portland Science Center. “Dinosaurs Unearthed” offers visitors a chance to see – and hear – prehistoric creatures come to life. This is the first time the exhibit, which opened Nov. 18, has come to New […]
2016
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Longtime manager named new president of Bath Iron Works
Dirk Lesko will take over for retiring President Fred Harris, whose tenure was marked by both growth and controversy at one of Maine’s largest private employers.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Pope permanently gives priests permission to absolve ‘grave sin’ of abortion
God’s mercy extends to all types of sin, Francis says while stressing that ending a life is still a grave offense in the eyes of the church.
Posted inMaine, News
Councilor wants to delay Munjoy Hill project despite developer’s offer to maintain park views
Belinda Ray hopes to give Portland more time to craft protections for the entire city, but the builder says a delay could kill his plans for 155 Sheridan St.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland’s Housing Committee recommends tenant-friendly policies
Proposals include longer notice of rent increases and establishing a tenant-landlord commission.
Posted inMaine, News
Thanksgiving travel expected to be the busiest in nearly a decade
Maine Turnpike use is expected to set a record this week, and trains, planes and buses are likely to be loaded with travelers.
Posted inMaine, News, Source
Saco council considers banning plastic shopping bags
The proposed ordinance would also require grocery stores such as Shaw’s and Hannaford to charge 5 cents for paper bags.
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Briefs
BIDDEFORD Education Foundation raises $15,195 and honors 2 A Biddeford Education Foundation inaugural Pillars of Pride dinner and silent auction event held last month raised $15,195 for the foundation’s education initiatives, while honoring longtime community partners for their contributions. Roland Eon and Jim Godbout were honored for their support of education. Superintendent Jeremy Ray called […]
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Births
CENTRAL MAINE MEDICAL CENTER Benjamin Michael Drake, born Oct. 17 to Hailey Isabelle of Auburn. Grandparents are Heather Isabelle of Westbrook and Don Drake of Portland. St. MARY’S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Sterling Royce Charneski, born Nov. 5 to Nickolaus and Michelle Charneski of Wales. Grandparents are Brenda Charneski and Albin Charneski of Lewiston and Gordon […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Russians recognize in Trump their own beliefs about government
They perceive government not as serving the people but as a vehicle for leaders to serve themselves.