FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick sent the team home early from minicamp with an extra day off and a message: This is not summer vacation.
June 2012
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Obama, Romney attack other’s economy plans
CLEVELAND — From opposing ends of battleground Ohio, President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney on Thursday offered vastly different visions of how to speed up America’s economic recovery. They accused each other of pursuing failed ideas, yet on a day of high expectation both offered familiar platforms and lines.
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Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Railroads more efficient for freight than trucks
Construction of a four-lane toll highway across Maine to get freight from Calais to Coburn Gore doesn’t make sense.
Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Veterinarians should offer discounts to elderly
I totally agree with Joyce Turcotte (letter, June 9, “Hey local veterinarians: how about a senior discount?”).
Posted inSports
NHL: Bruins pleased with roster after 2 signings
BOSTON (AP) — The Bruins bowed out of the postseason in the first round two months ago.
Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Assess east-west highway on its merits, not people
I would like to address the letter of June 5 by Edwin Morris criticizing the east-west highway project and Peter Vigue.
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STILL LIFE: Afternoon romp
Louie, a resident dog at the Humane Society Waterville Area, and volunteer Heather Topel walk through a field of tall, flowering goldenrod beside the organization on Thursday. Volunteers for walking dogs are always needed and encouraged to call 873-2430. Training is provided.
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Old Town tops Nokomis 4-1 in Eastern B softball final
BREWER — Kendra Hayward threw a five-hitter with nine strikeouts as Old Town defeated Nokomis, 4-1, in the Eastern B softball final Thursday afternoon at Coffin Field.
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Rift with Snowe could cost Summers
The Republican’s decision not to back the senator amid tea party attacks in 2011 may hurt his bid to succeed her.
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King presents bipartisan list of supporters
Angus King’s county campaign chairs include prominent partisans and independents.