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Controversy returns in Stewart’s lastest dust-up

by George Diaz Orlando Sentinel September 14, 2016

Tony Stewart’s final NASCAR season seems to reflect his two prominent traits: a skilled driver with an aggressive, combative streak.

Nation & World, News

Rights activists urge Obama to pardon Snowden

by Ellen Nakashima The Washington Post September 14, 2016

The NSA whistleblower, who has been living in Moscow under a grant of political asylum since 2013, is credited with sparking a global debate about government surveillance.

Nation & World, News

Vermont school district to address ‘pervasive racism’

by LISA RATHKE Associated Press September 14, 2016

A lawyer for employees who filed the complaint says action has not been taken quickly enough.

Nation & World, News, Politics

New Hampshire GOP guberantorial primary qualifies for recount

by KATHLEEN RONAYNE Associated Press September 14, 2016

But state Rep. Frank Edelblut is not saying whether he will seek one.

Maine, News, Politics, Schools and Education

Sudanese cartoonist reminds Colby audience of value of free speech

by Rachel Ohm September 14, 2016September 15, 2016

Khalid Albaih, a Sudanese cartoonist and fellow at Colby College, is known for his political cartoons addressing freedom of expression and democracy in the Arab world.

Maine, News

Unity sidewalk repair money OK’d at special Town Meeting

by Madeline St. Amour September 14, 2016September 15, 2016

Other warrant articles — including proposals to use TIF funds to help buy a vehicle for the Unity Fire Department and improve the Kanokolus Boat Launch area and a proposal to use surplus money to buy heat pumps for the Town Office — were also approved at the meeting.