DRESDEN — Micah Thomas, who was found Thursday afternoon after he survived a night lost by himself in the woods, suffered early onset of frostbite in his toes, sore feet, an elevated heartbeat, dehydration and other health issues but is expected to make a full recovery, his family said Friday.
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Former worker faces new criminal charges
FARMINGTON — New criminal charges were added to those against a Norridgewock man who is accused of taking a Jay paper mill’s manager hostage during an armed standoff with police Wednesday.
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Lawmaker suggests increasing staff as DHHS debate continues
AUGUSTA — The state may want to beef up the staff of its Department of Health and Human Services to help prevent costly computer problems in the future, a lawmaker from southern Maine said Friday.
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Official: Weather shortens ice fishing season
Marc Bessette didn’t get out on the ice to fish this year, but knew the season wasn’t the best. People weren’t clamoring to buy his handmade ice fishing traps.
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Women Unlimited Tradeswomen’s Conference set for March 30, 31
AUGUSTA — Women Unlimited will host the seventh annual Maine Tradeswomen’s Conference on March 30 and 31.
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Gibbs Library offering March 24 grant writing workshop
WASHINGTON — Gibbs Library, 40 Old Union Road, will host a grant writing workshop at 11 a.m. March 24.
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Michaud discusses jobs in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD — When Congressman Mike Michaud toured Argo Marketing Group’s call center Friday, he spoke about the need for elected officials to put aside partisan bickering and help people.
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Vassalboro board supports application for grant
VASSALBORO — Selectmen agreed Thursday to support a local businessman’s application for a grant that will help him enlarge his building and make it more energy efficient.
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Kephart proves women can love, and win, the hunting chase
BALTIMORE — Kari Kephart grew up as a competitive runner, good enough to win state championships in the two-mile event and in cross country at North Hagerstown High as well as a conference title while on scholarship at Mount St. Mary’s.
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NCAA ROUNDUP: McCollum helps Lehigh upend Duke
GREENSBORO, N.C. — C.J. McCollum scored 30 points and Lehigh upset Duke 75-70 to become the second No. 15 seed to beat a No. 2 during a wild Friday in the NCAA tournament.