Archive for April, 2010
Car accident in Orneville kills one, leaves one in serious condition
ORNEVILLE, Maine — The vehicle a LaGrange man was riding in when he was killed Friday night flipped end over end several times, according to police.
Dad’s dog points way
For as long as he can remember, Jay Robinson of Woodville has owned dogs. Bird dogs, actually. English pointers, specifically.
Searching on the smelt rocks
It seems that in following the signs posted by this early and erratic spring, I took a wrong turn somewhere.
For Black Bears, academic success a priority
ORONO, Maine — Student-athletes at the University of Maine face challenges not only on the field of play but in the classroom.
Organizers ramp up fundraising for Aug. tourney
By on April 30, 2010, at 10:34 p.m.
BANGOR, Maine — Since coming to Bangor in 2002, the Senior League World Series has been a hit not for just the city of Bangor, but throughout eastern Maine.
NCAA monitors UMaine athletes’ progress
ORONO, Maine — The NCAA is the governing body for intercollegiate athletics in the U.S.
No. 1 Eagles to play for NAC crown
By on April 30, 2010, at 10:31 p.m.
BANGOR, Maine — Other than a slight defensive lapse in their second game of the day, things went almost perfectly for the Husson University Eagles as they won both games on the first day of the North Atlantic Conference softball tournament.
Bears land Scottish recruit
By on April 30, 2010, at 10:27 p.m.
The University of Maine men's basketball team has imported a 6-foot-7 power forward all the way from Falkirk, Scotland.
Trask, Hanscom help lead Lynx past John Bapst
By on April 30, 2010, at 10:25 p.m.
BANGOR, Maine — With two of Eastern Maine Class B's top pitchers in Mattanawcook's Tayla Trask and Laura Jordan of John Bapst going at it Friday, the vibe in the blustery air at the Union Street Complex was that the first team to score would likely win.
Niagara scholarship falls into Daley’s hands
By on April 30, 2010, at 10:24 p.m.
From the time she picked up a softball, Tashia Daley aspired to be a Division I pitcher.
Savage shuts down Mt. Blue
By on April 30, 2010, at 10:21 p.m.
BANGOR, Maine — Kyle Savage doesn't blow away batters with his fastball, but opponents have been unable to solve the Bangor righthander so far this spring.
Farmer Labor Gubernatorial Forum on tap today
BREWER, Maine — The Eastern Maine Labor Council and Food AND Medicine are teaming up to present a Farmer Labor Gubernatorial Forum today at the council's Solidarity Center at 20 Ivers St.
New MDI business group meets
BAR HARBOR, Maine — Networking, civic engagement and maybe enjoying a beer or two.
New NE fishing rules stir up uncertainty
The Associated Press on April 30, 2010, at 10:05 p.m.
BOSTON — New England's centuries-old fishing industry changes dramatically Saturday under new rules that promise autonomy for fishermen and better protection for fish but so far have inspired a lot of uncertainty.
47th annual Shrine Circus opens in Bangor
BANGOR, Maine — Though he's only 2 years old, Noah Bryden of Bangor already had made his second visit to the Anah Shrine Circus, which on Friday started its three-day run at the Bangor Auditorium.
Belfast students learn about gardening
BELFAST, Maine — A sudden hailstorm meant the kids pulling dandelions and witch grass at the Troy Howard Middle School Garden Project on Thursday afternoon were due for an unscheduled break.
Katahdin region seeks community grant
EAST MILLINOCKET, Maine — Jason Bird feels like he’s off to a good start. Since becoming the Katahdin region’s part-time community and business development specialist in February, the 26-year-old Eastern Maine Development Corp. worker has met with more than 30 regional entrepreneurs and worked to help them improve or prepare ...
Civil Rights Team Project conference to be held in Augusta on Monday
AUGUSTA, Maine — Civil rights teams in 240 Maine schools are doing their part to stem bullying, or peer-to-peer aggression, through education, thanks to the Civil Rights Team Project offered through the Maine Attorney General’s Office.
Brewer’s bond rating improves
BREWER, Maine — The city's finance director said she was nervous about a recent surveillance review of the city’s bond rating, but apparently she had nothing to worry about after hearing this week that the city's bond rate actually improved by two levels.
Price of gas starts annual ascent
The price of gasoline has started its annual creep upward throughout the state.
Man accused of killing Glenburn teen denied bail, has received death threats, attorney says
Nichole Cable’s friends, family attend accused killer’s emotionally charged court appearance
Lincoln’s Coffee Pot Cafe shuts its doors
Maine Sports Hall of Fame member pleads no contest to possessing child pornography
Guest Post: “I’m about ready to name my daughter Revolution.”
How to humble a wing nut
Rep. Diane Russell’s fool’s errand
Help Maine charter schools succeed before adding more
Bucksport’s Wood enjoying the professional cage in MMA bouts
Tommy Lawrence pitches UMaine baseball to victory in first America East tournament game
Garcia sorry after ‘stupid’ Woods fried chicken jibe
Live updates: UMaine baseball vs. Stony Brook at America East Championship
Messalonskee’s Dexter, South Portland’s Richards key first-year contributors for USM baseball team
Federal agencies eye return to restored historic Custom House in Portland
It’s hard to keep secrets from a friend who is clairvoyant
New York City rumble showcases Maine’s lobster roll dominance