The Postal Service is changing its service standards beginning July 1.
2012
Group calls on candidate Summers to resign state post
Maine People’s Alliance says Summers has an inherent conflict of interest because his office oversees elections.
Dad’s den: Designing for the 21st century caveman
Whether escaping from a saber-toothed tiger or a bad day at the office, men have sought safety in their caves. It’s been one constant through the ages. And while not every man can be found embracing his inner Neanderthal, there’s no doubt a widespread primal desire to hide out in a room of his own helps […]
Bryson resigning as US commerce secretary
In a letter to President Obama, he says he concluded “that the seizure I suffered on June 9th could be a distraction from my performance as secretary.”
Five things not necessarily included in your home purchase
The buyer of a historic Victorian home in upstate New York fell in love with the gigantic antique mirror in the foyer. The mirror looked as if it were made for the space; it fit perfectly on the wall, and the frame matched the surrounding woodwork. In fact, the mirror was so large, the buyer […]
Supreme Court throws out FCC fines vs. broadcasters
The material at issue in today’s decision includes the isolated use of expletives as well as fines against broadcasters who showed a woman’s buttocks on a 2003 episode of the show “NYPD Blue.”
Sandusky jurors begin deliberating sex abuse case
He is charged with 48 counts related to 10 boys over 15 years. If convicted, Sandusky could spend the rest of his life in state prison.
Somerset County Jail booking log June 21
The following people were booked Wednesday and Thursday at Somerset County Jail:
Firefighters rescue injured man in NH river
Rescuers say a homeless man was walking down to bathe when he tripped on a root and fell 12 feet into the water.
Fairfield police log June 21
The Fairfield Police Department reported the following activity June 21: