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March 2018
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Lobstermen chief’s likely successor has strong ethic for conservation
Kristan Porter, 47, of Cutler is expected to be nominated at Friday’s Fishermen’s Forum.
Leader of many Maine lobstermen relinquishing the helm after 27 years
Dave Cousens has advocated – assertively but carefully – for Maine’s largest trade group since 1991. And he insists he won’t keep his trap shut after he steps down.
Confirmed cases of physical abuse of children jumped 52% in Maine over 8 years
Reports of possible abuse and neglect also rose, to 8,279 in 2016, with increased awareness of a growing problem that could be tied to the opioid epidemic.
Class B boys’ basketball: Wells vs. Hermon preview
For Wells to win in Class B, they will need to slow the high-powered and unbeaten Hawks.
Class AA girls’ basketball: Gorham vs. Edward Little preview
The Rams are seeking their third consecutive Class AA state title.
Class B girls’ basketball: Lake Region vs. Winslow preview
Both teams in the Class B final like to push the ball in transition.
Class AA boys’ basketball: Scarborough vs. Edward Little preview
Both Class AA teams are looking to end long championship droughts.
Letter to the editor: LePage plan to tax nonprofits threatens American Legion activities
I read with great interest the article concerning Gov. LePage’s proposal to remove the tax-exempt status of nonprofits in the state of Maine. Once again, it seems he is going forward without intelligent consideration of the results of this action. I have been involved with the American Legion on many levels and can state that […]