Shay, who grew up on Indian Island, near Old Town, was an Army medic during the invasion of Normandy in World War II. He spent his final years in France.
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Frigid temperatures on the way as Maine digs out from winter’s first major snow
Tuesday’s heavy snowfall led to crashes, parking bans and hundreds of closures. Now, an arctic air mass is headed for the state, bringing potentially record-setting cold Thursday and Friday.
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First major snowfall of the season blankets Maine
Tuesday’s storm prompted schools and government offices to close, and delighted some snow lovers with moments of winter wonder.
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Maine Turnpike saw record-setting traffic over Thanksgiving weekend
Toll transactions narrowly exceeded the previous record, set in 2019, according to data from the Maine Turnpike Authority.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Things to Do
6 Maine events this week include a tree lighting and the Mallett Brothers Band
Also, the Art on the Hill holiday craft fair is all weekend at the East End Community School in Portland.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Preseason girls basketball tournament highlights continued rise of female coaches
The 31st Chrissanne Burns Memorial Tournament shows the past, present and future of women’s role within the sport in Maine.
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In-store exclusives, tradition keep some Maine shoppers eager for Black Friday
But as the winter shopping season lengthens and more deals move online, some say the unofficial holiday is losing its appeal.
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On Thanksgiving, this South Portland store is a savior
With most retailers closed, the DiPietro’s Market offers hope to customers desperate for a last-minute bottle of wine or can of cranberry sauce. It’s one of the shop’s busiest days.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State, News
Maine small business owners bracing for soaring health care premiums if ACA tax credits expire
They join self-employed workers at a roundtable Monday to discuss the potentially devastating increases with U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-1st District, and Gov. Janet Mills.
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Rain, but not much snow, on tap for Thanksgiving week in Maine
A system that’s expected to bring a few inches of snow to the Midwest could cause flight delays, and Portland jetport officials remind Mainers to plan ahead in anticipation of the busy travel period.