AUGUSTA — The House of Representatives could vote as soon as today on a second supplemental budget to get the state through this fiscal year, which ends June 30.
April 2011
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Bills easing gun laws see debate
AUGUSTA — Bills that would expand Mainers’ rights to carry concealed weapons faced opposition from business groups and public safety and municipal officials Monday during a series of legislative hearings.
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Chimney fire destroys Newport mobile home
NEWPORT — A mobile home was nearly destroyed early Monday after a chimney fire spread and consumed the residence.
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Vassalboro man in line to be state police chief
AUGUSTA — Gov. Paul LePage on Monday nominated the deputy chief of the Maine State Police to replace the chief, who announced his retirement last week after learning he wouldn’t be reappointed.
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Winslow woman hit by van while crossing street
WATERVILLE — A Winslow woman was taken to the hospital Monday after she was struck by a van while trying to cross Union Street.
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AHL PLAYOFFS: Turnbull back just in time for Pirates
In his first game for the Portland Pirates since Nov. 26, Travis Turnbull was carrying the puck up the wing last Saturday when he noticed an Albany player coming to hit him.
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Free Skowpedous Family Fun Night set for April 22
SKOWHEGAN — The sixth annual Skowpendous Family Fun Night, sponsored by Kennebec Valley Community Action Program, will be April 22. The event will be held in downtown Skowhegan’s Chamber of Commerce parking lot. The rain-or-shine family fun event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. and will feature many activities for all ages.
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Donations sought for annual kids stuff sale
FARMINGTON — The 10th annual kid’s stuff sale will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 7 at the Old South Church, 227 Main St. There will be a bake sale, silent auctions, toys, books, clothing, sports equipment and more.
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Tourism and economic development talk planned for Farmington
FARMINGTON — Marc Edwards, tourism and economic development professional, of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, will give a presentation on Cooperative Extension’s role and resources in tourism development in the Western Mountains. The presentation will begin at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office, 138 Pleasant St., Suite 1, Farmington.
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DAVID B. OFFER: Recent letter, updated Shakespeare show battle against prejudice goes on
Far more often than I would have liked, this column has focused on intolerance, prejudice, bigotry and hatred.