Several weeks ago, when Lucius Flatley reported on the subject of “grinding” to the coffee shop regulars, he promised a few future thoughts on the term “hookup.” Herewith: This new verb/noun, he said, “is a beauty.” First of all, in its current usage the word “hookup” is essentially unknown to older folks. It has been […]
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QUINN'S CORNER – Hooking up with Flatley
Several weeks ago, when Lucius Flatley reported on the subject of “grinding” to the coffee shop regulars, he promised a few future thoughts on the term “hookup.” Herewith: This new verb/noun, he said, “is a beauty.” First of all, in its current usage the word “hookup” is essentially unknown to older folks. It has been […]
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Scarborough police log – 2/10
Arrests Jan. 31 Vicki Lee Lauzier, 51, of Scarborough, at Holmes Road and Two Rod Road on charges of unlawful possession of Schedule W drug, sale and use of drug paraphernalia and violating bail condition of release. Feb. 4 A juvenile, 17, on Gallery Boulevard on charges of theft by unauthorized taking or transfer. A […]
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DOWN THE ROAD A PIECE – Groundhog Day
Ever wonder who came up with the idea for Groundhog Day? Is February so bleak and void of meaning, so lacking in things to celebrate or observe that when someone suggested having a Groundhog Day people said, “Hey, let’s do it!” – or words to that effect. I picture a bunch of guys sitting around […]
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DOWN THE ROAD A PIECE – Groundhog Day
Ever wonder who came up with the idea for Groundhog Day? Is February so bleak and void of meaning, so lacking in things to celebrate or observe that when someone suggested having a Groundhog Day people said, “Hey, let’s do it!” – or words to that effect. I picture a bunch of guys sitting around […]
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DOWN THE ROAD A PIECE – Groundhog Day
Ever wonder who came up with the idea for Groundhog Day? Is February so bleak and void of meaning, so lacking in things to celebrate or observe that when someone suggested having a Groundhog Day people said, “Hey, let’s do it!” – or words to that effect. I picture a bunch of guys sitting around […]
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Protection plans – Schools realize laptop repairs can be costly
Through an initiative launched by Gov. Angus King in 2002, the Maine Learning Technology Initiative made Maine the first state with a plan to put laptop computers into the hands of students on a one-to-one basis. Now, nearly a decade later, school districts are learning that holding students responsible for an expensive electronic device does […]
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South Portland police log – 2/3
Arrests Jan. 15 Matthew Conley, 25, of South Portland, on Highland Avenue on a charge of operating under the influence. Diana A. Ouellette, 20, of Scarborough, on Western Avenue on an outstanding warrant. Nicolas Kimball, 19, of South Portland, on Highland Avenue on a charge of violating condition of release. Rebekah Gombs, 31, of Saco, […]
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CURRENT obituaries – 2/3
Dr. Kenneth J. Gallant, 59 Caring physician, ?enjoyed sailing, Maine history Dr. Kenneth Joseph Gallant ,D.O., 59, of South Portland, died at his home on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2011. He was born Feb. 20, 1952 and raised in North Yarmouth. A graduate of Greely High School and Bates College, he received his medical degree from […]
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'Looking outward' – South Portland church launches community programs
SOUTH PORTLAND – A small, historic South Portland church has launched a big effort to serve the community. Volunteers at the Elm Street United Methodist Church, which began in 1891, see their building as more than a place to come for religious service every Sunday. Through three new programs, the church’s doors are being opened […]