This fall, tens of thousands of Mainers learned that used household medical sharps, such as needles, can be disposed of along with household trash if they are secured in a puncture-proof container.
2012
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COMMENTARY: Peace across the river: Fredericksburg, 1862
CLEARWATER, Fla. — The killing went on throughout the day without mercy or compassion, pity or remorse. The field below the stone wall was the scene of one of the bloodiest days in four years of war.
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Morning Sentinel area police log, Dec. 8, 2012
IN ANSON, Friday at 7:40 p.m., threatening was reported on Finch Street.
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Kennebec Journal area police log, Dec. 8, 2012
AUGUSTA — A Livermore Falls woman injured in a head-on crash that killed another motorist Friday afternoon is in stable condition.
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Manziel is first freshman Heisman Trophy winner
The Texas A&M quarterback takes college football’s top individual prize.
Posted inPolitics
Bill Nemitz: What’s the next step for EqualityMaine?
Executive Director Betsy Smith says there is still work to do.
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Washington Notebook: It’s always party time for politicians
Campaign fundraising never stops.
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Winter moth sightings could signal trouble for Maine trees
The winter moth, which has caused widespread damage already in southern New England, has moved into eight more communities since populations were first discovered in Maine a year ago.
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Businessman’s aid helps Madison town toy drive meet needs
MADISON — Just a few weeks ago, town officials were turning away families seeking help from the community’s giving tree Christmas present program.