Pope Francis, who turns 87 on Dec. 17, came down with the flu on Nov. 25 and was forced to cancel a planned trip to Dubai to participate in the U.N. climate conference.
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Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Cape Elizabeth approves zoning amendments amid LD 2003 mandate
The Cape Elizabeth Town Council recently passed zoning amendments, including changes to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) sizes and dwelling unit allowances.
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On the Market: all this and a sauna, too
Take a look at these sprawling properties in Maine with several amenities, but at least one of them is a sauna.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Amtrak’s Downeaster to receive $27 million in federal funding for track improvements
The authority that oversees the Downeaster also will get a $500,000 grant to explore expanding service to Rockland and adding a station in Falmouth.
Posted inHomes, Sponsored
Finding a snowblower to fit your situation and budget
Let it snow, let it snow, be prepared. Don’t wait until the first serious snowstorm to shop for your snowblower.
Posted inNation & World
Israel designates safe zone in Gaza. Palestinians, aid groups say it offers little relief
The area has no running water or bathrooms, assistance and international humanitarian groups are nowhere to be found and the tents provide little protection from the coming winter’s cool, rainy weather.
Posted inScarborough Leader, South Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
From Augusta – Staying warm this winter
The first snow has already arrived for many Mainers, and with it brings frigid temperatures. Heating is an issue many in this state struggle with, so I am sharing resources for those within our community who may be in need. The first program I’d like to highlight is the Low-Income Assistance Program (LIAP). This necessary […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Judge reverses position, keeps South Portland teen accused of planning attack in custody
Hours before the 17-year-old accused of trying to recruit another person to commit murder at his high school was set be released from custody, police shared new information that convinced a judge to reverse his decision.
Posted inBusiness
Employers add 199,000 jobs; unemployment falls, signaling sturdy labor market
The November job gain was a reminder that many employers continue to hire.
Posted inHealth
Chronic fatigue syndrome is more common than past studies suggest, CDC says
Chronic fatigue is characterized by at least six months of severe exhaustion not helped by bed rest.