AUGUSTA — Supporters of gay marriage continue to hold a large early fundraising edge months in advance of the November vote, but opponents say a Father’s Day collection effort at churches in Maine and across the country will soon give them a financial boost.
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Winthrop crash sends eight to hospital
WINTHROP — Eight people were taken to the hospital Thursday night after three cars crashed on U.S. Route 202.
Memorial Day tribute OK, but one photo of Canadians
I wanted to comment on the Memorial Day tribute in an advertisement on pages A4 and A5 in the May 28 Kennebec Journal. I appreciate the tribute, as I’m sure other military veteran readers of your paper do. I do, however, question the photo you chose of the aircraft formation. I assume the tribute was […]
Fire was first incident attributed to fireworks
I was dismayed when the Legislature approved public sale of fireworks in Maine. I considered waiting until the first terrible accident to write this, but perhaps a word in advance will avert careless damage or heartache. By April 19, the first property incident related to fireworks was reported in the KJ, “Fire’s smoke covers Turnpike.” […]
Closing of public swim spot among Augusta budget cuts
AUGUSTA — A $51.4 million city and school budget carrying a 1.46 percent tax increase and cuts, including a police patrol position and one of the few public swimming spots in the city, has won unanimous approval by city councilors.
NBA PLAYOFFS: Rondo, Garnett lift Celtics to win
BOSTON (AP) — Kevin Garnett had 24 points and 11 rebounds and Rajon Rondo scored 21 points with 10 assists to lead the Boston Celtics to a 101-91 victory over the Heat in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals on Friday night, cutting Miami’s lead in the series to 2-1.
U.S. Senate candidate ‘needed time’ to address heritage issues
Massachusetts Democrat Elizabeth Warren says she told her employer about her Native American ancestry only after being hired.
MLB: Buchholz beats Blue Jays again
TORONTO (AP) — David Ortiz homered, Clay Buchholz won his sixth straight start in Toronto and the Boston Red Sox beat the Blue Jays 7-2 Friday night, their fourth victory in five games.
Rams roll to KVAC A title
AUGUSTA — The Cony softball team played all season like it was the team to beat in Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class A.
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL: Rams roll to KVAC title
AUGUSTA — The Cony softball team played all season like it was the team to beat in Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class A.