Scientists say ticks likely fled to the deep woods over the hot, dry summer, but returned to put 2016 on pace for a Lyme record.
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Fairfield VFW Post hosted event to honor Travis Mills
Auxiliary raised $5,542 for Mills’ foundation; Post matches it for total of $11,084.
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Column: Reach out to older adults struggling with social isolation
Programs are available for seniors, but community partners are needed.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Maine State Police seek person who stole pickup truck in Porter
The vehicle was later recovered in Hiram, but stripped of valuable parts.
Posted inPolitics
Trump says he’s smart enough not to need daily intelligence briefings
The president-elect again dismisses the CIA’s contention that Russians meddled in the election.
Posted inNation & World, News
Netanyahu lauds Trump as ally against Iran
The Israeli prime minister hopes the president-elect will assist in dismantling Obama’s agreement with Iran.
Posted inPolitics
Push to repeal Obamacare may divide Republican Party
Maine Sen. Susan Collins is among those warning against a hasty repeal without a viable replacement law.
Posted inPolitics
Some Republicans balk at Trump’s pick for State
Sens. Marco Rubio and John McCain raise issues over Rex Tillerson’s ties to Russia’s Vladimir Putin.
Posted inSports
Goaltending duo shines for nationals-bound Maine Moose
Good friends Fournier, Maki guide Moose to Michigan for April tournament.