The temperature soars to over 129 degrees in the southern city of Basra.
2016
Posted inMaine, News
Repair work begins on 200-year-old China dam after state agencies, owners sign agreement
The owners of Dinsmore Dam deemed a ‘potential hazard’ by an inspector receive permit by rule to lower water levels so they can begin repair work.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Morning Sentinel July 23 police log
Waterville area police reports for July 23, 2016.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Collins says Trump hasn’t done enough to win her endorsement
‘Like many Americans, I am struggling with my choices,’ Maine’s senior senator says. Meanwhile, Rep. Bruce Poliquin still isn’t mentioning the Republican presidential nominee by name.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Clinton, Kaine make debut as presumptive Democratic presidential ticket
At a rally in Florida, she introduces the Virginia governor, who is received skeptically by some liberals.
Posted inNation & World
Gunman, 18, in Munich attack was obsessed with mass shootings, police say
They believe he acted alone and find no evidence that he was linked to extremists.
Posted inNation & World
Islamic State claims responsibility for suicide blast that killed 80 in Afghanistan
More than 200 are wounded as extremists attack a peaceful protest in Kabul.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Goals vary for Maine’s delegates to Democratic National Convention next week
Some of the state’s 30 delegates will still support Sanders, others are pledged to Clinton and some want to end the superdelegate system.
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Let nurses help veterans
By fully utilizing the skills of certified registered nurse anesthetists, the VA could cut harmful wait times for service.