Archive for July, 2010
Chelsea Clinton weds at New York estate
The Associated Press on July 31, 2010, at 8:01 p.m.
Chelsea Clinton married her longtime boyfriend Saturday night at an estate along New York's Hudson River.
Cycle stunts wow fair-goers
Michael Noddin can do bunny hops on the back wheel of his bicycle at home in East Millinocket, but the 11-year-old had never seen the kinds of stunts Mike Steidley performed …
Annual paranormal fair draws 2,500 to Fort Knox
Psychics, exorcists, healers and about 2,500 people curious about the paranormal gathered at Fort Knox this weekend to discuss UFOs, past lives, ghost hunting and more at the Paranormal and Psychic Faire.
Jonesport graveside ceremony honors Civil War hero
JONESPORT, Maine — A former sea captain who lay in his unmarked grave next to his beloved wife for 86 years was honored Saturday as a Civil War hero.
Taps was played, prayers and speeches were …
One still in hospital after crash on MDI
Police are investigating a single-vehicle accident early Saturday morning that resulted in two people being hospitalized …
This is only a test: Civil Air Patrol uses hurricane to hone readiness
The scene: A huge hurricane that has been churning for days in the Atlantic Ocean is bearing down on the Northeast. Its heavy rains and high winds already are wreaking havoc …
From the community
Brianna Pelchat of NH enjoying a ride at the northern maine fair fair with her uncle Kiirk Lilley of P.I.
Bucksport woman dies at popular Frankfort quarry
A 39-year-old Bucksport woman died Saturday when she jumped into the water at the Mount Waldo Quarry and never resurfaced, according to police.
Truck overturns in Whiting, spills load of herring
A truck carrying herring overturned on a sharp curve near the intersection of Routes 189 and 1 in Whiting early Saturday, spilling its cargo and injuring the driver.
Keeping tradition alive at PI fair
In the 19th century Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote of the “smith, a mighty man is he,” working under a spreading chestnut tree.
Scientists search for invasive marine species
The Associated Press on July 31, 2010, at 3:39 p.m.
PORTLAND, Maine — A team of 25 scientists surveying piers, docks and coves on the region’s coast for invasive pests is documenting the growing problem of sea squirts as well as a newcomer, red …
Blaze destroys Lincoln garage
A Lee Road garage, large enough to hold a pulp truck, was destroyed Saturday afternoon by fire.
St. Croix nears goal to restore firehouse
It takes a lot of hot dog sales, yard sales, bowlathons and road tolls to raise half a million dollars, but Dick Barnard is unwavering in his goal to restore the St. Croix No. 1 …
Ripley man jailed after standoff Friday in Dexter
A Ripley man was arrested Friday night after a standoff with local, county and state law enforcement officials.
From the community
Computer recycling at the Challenger Center, Bangor
Bangor Daily News on July 31, 2010, at 2:16 p.m.
Residents from the Greater Bangor region brought hundreds and hundreds of unwanted computer and other electronic equipment to the Challenger Center, where the equipment was packed and shipped to a …
Raye’s Mustard to be featured on The Cooking Channel
on July 31, 2010, at 1:48 p.m.
EASTPORT, Maine — Raye’s Mustard Mill will be featured on Monday night’s episode of FoodCrafters on The Cooking Channel. The program is to air at 10 p.m. Monday, Aug. 2, and will focus on the preparation of Raye’s Sweet and Spicy, a grainy yellow mustard. An authentic turn-of-the-last-century stone mill ...
Resort company buys historic Bar Harbor inn
A well-known inn property has been bought out of bankruptcy by an international resort company with local holdings.
Noncitizen voting proposal still alive in Portland
The Associated Press on July 31, 2010, at 1 p.m.
PORTLAND, Maine — An effort to give voting rights to noncitizens in Maine’s largest city came up short. But that’s not the final word.
Backers have another 10 days under state law to come up …
LePage tells legislative leaders he’s moving out of State House because of ‘censorship’
Maine Sports Hall of Fame member, DJ Dana Wilson convicted of child pornography possession
Community members rally in memory of Nichole Cable; events, fundraisers planned
After 27 years, a father continues to search for his daughter, presumed dead
The scramble to fill the 2nd District seat if Mike Michaud runs for governor
Rep. Diane Russell’s fool’s errand
How the omnibus energy bill will benefit Maine
Goodwin steps down as Brewer High School boys basketball coach
UMaine trails Binghamton 8-2 in suspended game at America East baseball tourney
Live Updates: UMaine baseball vs. Binghamton in America East tourney; to resume at 2 p.m.
Brewer softball players brighten games with orange sunglasses
Decorated Howland war hero Samuel Deeds finalist for NASCAR honor
‘All That’ actress Amanda Bynes arrested after allegedly tossing bong out apartment window on 36th floor
Maine School of Science and Mathematics alumni drawn to give back to magnet school
New York City rumble showcases Maine’s lobster roll dominance
Get all dressed up for the season’s salad days
Music video about “untold stories of Lewiston” features local fire scenes