Bats used by Little Leaguers are made differently for safety reasons, but are also producing fewer home runs.
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Posted inBoston Celtics, Sports
Celtics notebook: Paul Pierce opens up about depression he faced following 2000 stabbing incident
The former Boston star says he took refuge in basketball, fearing to be at home or out in public.
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Posted inHealth, Nation & World, News
Dementia research shows taking care of your heart helps your brain
A study of more than 6,600 seniors in France found that the better they scored on measures of cardiovascular health the lower their risk of dementia as they aged.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Patriots notebook: Marquis Flowers looks to grow his role on defense
Brought in to play on special teams, Flowers showed late last season he can make an impact as a linebacker.
Posted inSports
Tuesday’s NFL notebook: Former Giants star Victor Cruz retires
Victor Cruz plans to join ESPN as an NFL analyst.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Language in Meyer’s contract could determine his future at Ohio State
The language in Urban Meyer’s contract gives some insight into Ohio State’s power to sever ties with the three-time national champion.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Eight-man football could be a viable option for several schools
The MPA supports the idea of creating a new league for smaller programs.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Anger flares over Waterville’s plastic bag ordinance debate
The City Council votes to override the mayor’s veto of a vote councilors took earlier this month to place a bag ban ordinance on the November ballot.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Carol Palesky, outspoken anti-tax crusader, ex-convict, dies at 78
The former Topsham woman led an unsuccessful effort to cap property taxes in Maine in 2004 – after serving two jail sentences.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Sen. Warren proposes crackdown on lobbying
The measure would ban presidents, vice presidents, members of Congress and other officeholders across all three branches from working as lobbyists.