Archive for November, 2010
Robert E.L. Strider, former Colby College president, dies
on Nov. 30, 2010, at 11:36 p.m.
Robert Edward Lee Strider II, who led Colby College in Waterville from 1960 to 1979 as its 17th president, died Nov. 28 in Boston. He was 93.
Closed Palmyra school in town’s hands
Voters here will make major decisions about the future of the former Palmyra Consolidated School if selectmen vote today to hold a special town meeting on the issue.
Damage to sander causes concerns in Sangerville
Selectmen were questioned by residents Tuesday about damage to the town’s road sanding unit and the subsequent purchase of a replacement sander at a cost of about $8,000 …
Lee Academy rejects grant for energy renovations
Lee Academy would have been among eight organizations to split $11.4 million in stimulus funds aimed at funding alternative energy upgrades, but changing federal regulations …
Rondo leads Celtics over Cavs
By TOM WITHERS on Nov. 30, 2010, at 10:55 p.m.
CLEVELAND — Rajon Rondo and the Boston Celtics weren’t even in the showers when an announcement stirred the few Cavaliers fans who stayed until the bitter end. “On Thursday night, the Cavs will host the Miami Heat,” the loudspeakers blared. Boooooooooo. Your turn, LeBron. Rondo scored a season-high 23 points ...
Recount upholds DA election
State election officials have confirmed Democrat Carletta M. Bassano as winner of the District Attorney District 7 race after a recount of ballots on Tuesday.
Results of the …
2nd wind ordinance forum scheduled for Eastbrook
After a few dozen residents stated Monday night that they had not been given ample opportunity to review a proposed wind farm ordinance …
Brewer police help distraught woman from bridge
on Nov. 30, 2010, at 10:24 p.m.
Brewer police and emergency medical personnel converged near the Joshua Chamberlain Bridge on Tuesday afternoon after receiving a call for help from family and friends of an unidentified woman whom …
LePage pledges reform to business group
Gov.–elect Paul LePage on Tuesday pledged that his administration will craft a proposal to remove barriers that have made it difficult to do business in Maine.
Korean tensions serve as reminder of naval shipbuilding importance
Just days after a North Korean artillery attack over a disputed military border killed four South Koreans and wounded 18 others, a U.S. aircraft carrier and its escorts were in the region for …
Liquid methane fuels plant in Brewer moves forward
BREWER, Maine — Maine Liquid Methane Fuels LLC and city officials say they have gone through nearly all the state and federal red tape required to establish the state’s first liquid methane fuels …
Rondo leads Celtics over Cavs
By TOM WITHERS on Nov. 30, 2010, at 9:50 p.m.
CLEVELAND — Rajon Rondo scored a season-high 23 points with 12 assists to lead the Boston Celtics to their fourth straight win, 106-87 on Tuesday night over the Cleveland Cavaliers, who can now start concentrating on LeBron James’ upcoming visit. Rondo missed his first three shots before hitting 11 of ...
Bowdoin women defeat USM
BDN staff and wire reports on Nov. 30, 2010, at 9:39 p.m.
BRUNSWICK — Katie Bergeron and Jill Henrikson registered 18 points apiece to propel Bowdoin College to a 63-51 women’s basketball victory over the University of Southern Maine Tuesday night. Alexa Barry chipped in with 12 points and 10 rebounds for the 3-1 Polar Bears. Lauren Rousseau scored 13 points to ...
MDEA makes fourth arrest in methamphetamine case
A 31-year-old local woman was arrested and charged Monday with aggravated trafficking in methamphetamine, according to Darrell Crandall, division commander of the Maine Drug …
Gray paces No. 5 Duke to win over James Madison
The Associated Press on Nov. 30, 2010, at 9:05 p.m.
Duke 75, James Madison 58 HARRISONBURG, Va. — Chelsea Gray scored 15 points to lead four players in double figures and No. 5 Duke survived an early surge by James Madison for a 75-58 win Tuesday night. Karima Christmas and Krystal Thomas added 14 points for the Blue Devils (7-0), ...
Pot backers seek support from state Legislature
AUGUSTA, Maine — A group of residents angry with the Legislature’s latest changes to the state’s medical marijuana law are planning a quiet but concerted effort today to persuade the new crop of lawmakers in Augusta to make changes. According to Cynthia Rosen of Washington, the residents are seeking either ...
UMaine women’s basketball capsule
on Nov. 30, 2010, at 8:56 p.m.
MAINE vs. KANSAS Time, site: Wednesday, 8 p.m.; Allen Fieldhouse, Lawrence, Kan. Records: Maine 1-4, Kansas 6-0 Series, last meeting: 1st meeting Key players: Maine — 5-11 G Amber Smith (13.8 ppg, 3.4 rpg, 1.6 spg), 6-1 F Samantha Wheeler (12.8 ppg, 7.6 rpg, 2.0 apg, 2.0 spg), 5-9 G ...
Bangor could borrow at least $54M for arena
Using conservative 30-year projections of the city’s main funding source for a new arena complex, Bangor could support a $54 million project if no other funding sources were …
Friends of Lincoln Lakes attempts to stall First Wind project with finances inquiry
Friends of Lincoln Lakes appeals to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court in its latest attempt to thwart the Rollins Mountain industrial wind project.
Group fills record number of shoe boxes for kids
ORRINGTON, Maine — People from all over the region have packed shoe boxes with soaps, shampoos, school supplies and maybe clothing or a small toy and sent them through Operation Christmas Child to …
Former Bangor YMCA building sold to new dental technology school
Bangor man charged with murder, escape from psychiatric hospital found not competent to stand trial
University of Maine hockey job has been offered to former assistant Red Gendron
‘Knife war’ led to fatal stabbing at Bangor apartments in April, witness says
After 27 years, a father continues to search for his daughter, presumed dead
Why is DHHS always asking for more money?
Maine GOP disappoints on Medicaid
Meet Riley and help her get from cancer to Kilimanjaro
Bucksport’s Cassidy Adams strikes out 19 in single game
Live Updates: UMaine baseball vs. Binghamton in America East championship round
Lawrence, Connolly help UMaine advance to America East baseball title game
UMaine trails Binghamton 8-2 in suspended game at America East baseball tourney
Maine Democrats stooped to the governor’s level with TV complaint
Maine’s beer industry continues to brew double-digit growth
‘All That’ actress Amanda Bynes arrested after allegedly tossing bong out apartment window on 36th floor
KahBang organizers announce film and visual arts lineup for festival