Mt. Desert Island is home to several remarkable gardens, all connected to the renowned landscape architect Beatrix Farrand.
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No charges for military in prostitution scandal
Seven Army soldiers and two Marines have received administrative punishments, but they will not face criminal charges.
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New welfare restrictions target booze, tattoos
President Obama has also signed legislation that bars welfare recipients from using their assistance in strip clubs, casinos and liquor stores, which states must comply with by 2014.
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2 Mainers ace same hole while golfing together
The odds of two players from the same foursome making holes-in-one on the same hole are 17 million to 1.
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Portland businessman charged with energy market scheme
The behavior allegedly cost New England electricity consumers more than $3.3 million.
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Sea Dogs blast Phillies in 12-0 romp
Jeremy Hazelbaker’s 12th and 13th home runs of the season tie him for the team lead with Reynaldo Rodriguez.
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Gay-marriage advocates tout support
Their coalition has grown from 25 groups in January to 77, a sign of strength heading toward the November election, they said.
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Woman faces sentencing for misuse of veterans benefits
Marsha Jacobs of Topsham is accused of diverting benefits intended for her brother-in-law.
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Harvard study: Maine near bottom for student improvement
Gov. Paul LePage says the report “proves that more money does not equate to better results, and we must renew our focus through reform.”
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FBI raids mayor’s home in NJ capital city
Mayor Tony Mack’s administration has been in turmoil from Day 1, staggering from one crisis to another.