Attack ads work. It’s been said before. Last week, when a pair of polls showed a tightening race for a U.S. Senate seat from Maine, political pundits were saying it again. They referred to more than $1.7 million in advertising from outside groups presumably responsible for chopping a 20-point lead by independent front-runner Angus King […]
September 2012
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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Oak Hill cruises to win over Winthrop
WALES — Oak Hill’s Alex Mace had himself a game in the first quarter Saturday.
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AUTO RACING: Parent wins ACT Invitational
LOUDON, N.H. — Ray Parent took home a payday worth over $6,000 on Saturday, picking up his first-ever ACT victory by winning the 4th annual Bond ACT Invitational at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
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MAINE COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Colby drops opener
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Colby fumbled on its first play from scrimmage and Williams took control from there, polishing off the Mules 41-7 in the season opener for both teams Saturday.
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STATE HOUSE NOTEBOOK: Missouri Compromise, revisited
Two of Washington’s most powerful Republicans appear to be divided about whether to put their money into winning Maine’s Senate seat or Missouri’s.
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Dateless virgin finds fears, not courage
I’m 18 years old and in college. I’m a virgin. I’ve never dated any guy. I’ve never even kissed anyone, though most of the time I tell people I have if they ask, which I’m ashamed to admit, but there it is. Guys have asked me out before, but I’ve never accepted. I don’t know why. I think I’m worried that it’s not the “right” guy or something. This is so silly because I understand that the whole point of dating is to find out what you like and experiment with different people. I already have an idea of what my “type” is, and I shouldn’t because I’ve never tested any of the possible waters. I fantasize about being in a relationship with someone — anyone — but when I am faced with the opportunity to start a relationship, I bail. What the heck is that about? I just don’t understand why I am this way when it comes to dating. Do you have any kind of insight for me, or am I a hopeless case?
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Beaulieu, Ford
MEQUON, Wisc. — Rebekah Anne Beaulieu and Patrick Thomas Ford were married Saturday, July 21, 2012, at Crossroads Presbyterian Church in Mequon, Wisc. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Jeffrey Lincicome and Father Jim Heneghan.
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Constance, RichardHallee
OAKLAND — Constance and Richard Hallee celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with their family at the home of their daughter Lisa Hallee and her husband Eric Sharpe in Oakland on Sunday, Aug. 12. A Maine luncheon of lobsters, steamed clams, salads, corn on the cob and cake was served.
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Dorothy, J. LeoPlourde
SIDNEY — J. Leo and Dorothy Plourde celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 19, 2012, at a surprise party given by their children at Charlamagne’s in Augusta. A buffet luncheon was served with the cake made by Kennebec Chocolates.
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Mathieu,Michaud
OAKLAND — Robert and Laura Mathieu of Oakland have announced the engagement of their daughter, Sarah A. Mathieu, to Ryan Michaud, son of Vickie Michaud and Joe Shepherd of Waterville.