Obama dominated early voting in key states four years ago, giving him a big advantage over Republican John McCain before Election Day even arrived.
October 2012
Posted inNation & World, News
Good Samaritan dies in 35-foot Conn. highway fall
Police say the man jumped over the center median of I-84 to avoid a tractor-trailer that was nearing scene, and probably didn’t realize there was a large drop.
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13,000 at risk in meningitis outbreak
The number of deaths rose to eight Monday, with another fatality in Tennessee.
Posted inNews
Alzheimer drug shows promise in mild disease
The studies show researchers are on the right track by trying to clear the sticky deposits that clog patients’ brains.
Posted inBusiness, News
Soda industry: Vending machines will show calories
The calorie counts will be on the buttons of the machines, which will also feature small decals reminding the thirsty that they can choose a low-calorie drink.
Posted inNews, Politics, Senate
Maine’s 6 Senate candidates all ‘from away’
All six – a Republican, a Democrat and four independents – are transplants from other states.
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Lawyers group to offer free clinics through Maine libraries
The clinics will be available at libraries around the state through videoconferencing.
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83-year-old Maine driver charged after hitting bicyclist
Police say Milton Hill struck one of three boys who were riding single file on the edge of the pavement.
Posted inNews, Sports
PATRIOTS: Chat live at noon with Mike Lowe
Chat with Press Herald sportswriter Mike Lowe about the Patriots’ win Sunday over Peyton Manning and the Broncos.
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Mom who glued kid’s hands to wall faces life term
Her daughter was in a coma for two days after the Sept. 7, 2011, incident.