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March 1, 1991: Maine National Guard have few answers on when 100 troops will be coming home from Persian Gulf. Also, Messalonskee Lake rescue called off and state budget compromise evaporating
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Feb. 28, 2003: Rescuers rescue dog stranded on ice in Gardiner, Kennebec River Rail Trail to begin link between Gardiner and Farmingdale, and Jefferson town office addition on warrant
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A Maine Italian isn’t just beloved – it’s a rite of passage on a roll
The boiled ham and American cheese sandwich has been a Maine staple for generations and a source of confusion for people from away.
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More than 20 birds found on Ogunquit Beach likely died of avian flu
State officials warn that the risk for animals is high and urge residents to take precautions to limit the spread of the virus.
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Feb. 27, 1975: Underground fuel tank in Oakland leaks into Messalonskee stream, and UMaine chancellor calls Gov. Langley’s cuts ‘disaster’
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‘Just an awesome day’: Special Olympics Maine concludes its Winter Games
The unseasonable weather, with temperatures reaching for 50 degrees, made being a spectator for the Special Olympics Maine Winter Games a delight, according to the mother of one athlete.
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Feb. 26, 1985: Manchester’s Samantha Smith to film TV pilot with Robert Wagner next month, Dresden to discuss financing school project, and Kennebec County court employees honor late judge
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Drag queens help break barriers at state ice fishing event
The pair led activities Feb. 15 at the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife’s Winter Extravaganza at Range Pond State Park in Poland.
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Feb. 25, 1997: 3 men, 1 boy taken at gunpoint on Route 201 in Bingham, Waterville schools seek additional $1M in new budget, and it’s sap season Troy
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