Yet the slowdown will likely prove temporary, just as a winter-related slump did last year.
March 2015
Posted inNation & World
Sheriff restricts convicted murderer’s communication
Jodi Arias will have to go without phone calls and video chats in jail unless they have to do with legal matters, the Maricopa County sheriff said Thursday.
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Posted inNation & World
Netanyahu offers dire predictions if he loses
The Israeli prime minister says an Arab-supported coalition could be in line to lead Israel.
Posted inNation & World
Iraqi forces press deeper into Tikrit
They futher challenge the militants’ hold on the city in a decisive battle that could set the stage for a wider offensive for control of northern Iraq.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland veteran, eyewitness to Iwo Jima: ‘The flag was a great sight’
Serving in the Navy, Bill Gardner helped provide support to Marines during the pivotal WWII battle. He has had a lifetime to reflect on the ‘eyelash’ that separated ‘winning and dying.’
Posted inLifestyle, Maine, News
Friendly ‘bar with heart’ fights notice to move out of Portland building
Mama’s CrowBar, with its eclectic decor, unusual mix of entertainment, esoteric beer list and unconventional matron, could close its doors in October when its lease runs out, if not sooner.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine tribe takes hit under governor’s plan to reform General Assistance
The Passamaquoddy would lose more state aid per capita than Portland, amid questions about high spending and alleged misuse of funds.
Posted inBusiness
Non-traditional real estate agency expanding into Portland area
Seattle-based Redfin, soon to be in 30 states, offers discounted fees to sellers and pays salaries to its agents rather than commissions.
Posted inLifestyle
Investigators close inquiry into deal for ‘Mockingbird’ sequel
They looked into whether the recent deal to publish a second book by Harper Lee involved financial fraud.
Posted inMaine, News
Obama signs disaster declaration for Maine’s January blizzard
The federal government will now be able to help state, local and tribal governments repair or replace facilities damaged by the storm or pay for cleanup.