The Biden administration has quietly continued to supply arms to Israel. Last week, however, President Biden publicly acknowledged that Israel was losing international legitimacy for what he called its ‘indiscriminate bombing.’
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Posted inMaine, News
Mills declares civil emergency for coastal counties dealing with flood damage
The latest rain and windstorm and higher than typical tides caused heavy damage along Maine’s coastline, and a similar storm is likely to hit Saturday.
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eBay fined $3 million after employees mailed a Massachusetts couple live spiders and cockroaches
Online retailer eBay has agreed to pay a $3 million fine to resolve criminal charges over employees who harassed a Massachusetts couple by sending live spiders, cockroaches and other disturbing items to their home.
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U.S. is investigating if Boeing made sure a part that blew off a jet was made to design standards
The plug that blew off an Alaska Airlines Max 9 was found near Portland, Oregon, and will be examined in a government laboratory.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Lewiston bowling alley preparing to reopen after mass shooting
A social media post says ‘We look forward to seeing everyone soon.’
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Man accused of killing girlfriend’s toddler on Christmas morning 2022 pleads not guilty
At his brief arraignment Thursday, Tyler Witham-Jordan, 29, denied killing 3-year-old Makinzlee Handrahan, whom first responders found badly beaten in the family’s Edgecomb home.
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Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to federal tax charges after an earlier deal imploded
The charges stem from what federal prosecutors say was a four-year scheme to skip out on paying the $1.4 million he owed to the IRS.
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Senate confirms first woman to lead Maine National Guard
Diane L. Dunn was confirmed in a 33-1 vote Thursday and follows Maj. Gen. Douglas Farnham, who is retiring.
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Maine receives $15 million federal grant to install nearly 600 electric vehicle chargers
The funding to build out the state’s electric vehicle charging network comes as lawmakers are debating whether to limit sales of gas-powered vehicles in Maine.
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Portland Symphony Orchestra program featuring Beethoven’s 5th emphasizes conflict and beauty
Two performances of one of the most beloved classical works of all time — “Beethoven’s 5th Symphony” — will be presented at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28, and at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Both performances will be led by PSO Music Director Eckart Preu and feature special guest Camille Thomas on violoncello. […]