COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — A man was fatally shot and three people were hurt as gunfire erupted at a shopping center in Colorado on Christmas Eve, police said Sunday. A fight broke out between two groups of people in the afternoon at the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs and officers received a report of gunshots […]
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Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
Egypt floats ambitious plan to end Israel-Hamas war and create transitional Palestinian government
The proposal got a cool reception Monday from both Israel and Hamas – but not downright rejection.
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Pope Francis denounces the weapons industry as he makes a Christmas appeal for peace in the world
ROME — Pope Francis on Monday blasted the weapons industry and its “instruments of death” that fuel wars as he made a Christmas Day appeal for peace in the world and in particular between Israel and the Palestinians. Speaking from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica to the throngs of people below, Francis said he […]
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The secret life of gift cards: Here’s what happens to the billions that go unspent each year
While it may take gift cards years to expire, experts say it’s still wise to spend them quickly.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
At Canaan farm, families flock to feed horses on Christmas Eve
Pamela Rickenbach cares for disabled or ill horses at her farm and for two years has been inviting Mainers during the holidays to relive the tradition of caring for the animals.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Watch: Residents in Augusta had a moose on the loose in their backyard
The moose traveled to Murray Street at around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday night.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Friends, family mourn the loss of Fairfield man who died during historic storm
Dr. William Tanner was a dedicated mental health provider at the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter in Waterville for eight years, his friends and colleagues said.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine foster families say pressures are overwhelming
Problems in the state’s child welfare system are spilling over into the foster care network, leading to a decline in licensed homes and adding more strain to other front-line workers trying to keep Maine children safe.
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Ask Maine Audubon: When storms actually affect birds
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.