Hamas has survived the killing of several top leaders across more than three decades, while maintaining a high degree of internal cohesion – and tapping Yahya Sinwar, who tops Israel’s most-wanted list, was a show of defiance.
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U.S. abortion numbers have risen slightly since Roe was overturned, study finds
Numbers went up in places where abortion remains legal until further into pregnancy – and especially in states such as Illinois, Kansas and New Mexico, which border states with bans.
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Madison man dies in single-vehicle crash in Solon
The operator of the vehicle, Rahaheem Friend, 33, of Skowhegan, also suffered injuries, police said.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools and Education
University of New England to offer online cannabis education classes
Five certificate programs will train students about business, medical, legal, product and agricultural aspects of the industry.
Posted inCommunity
Vassalboro church prepares for Hawaiian public supper
The Vassalboro United Methodist Church is adding a twist to its Aug. 17 public supper. Organizer Simone Antworth said “We had been thinking for some time about offering pulled pork as an alternative and when we realized that Hawaii is celebrating 65 years of statehood in August we decided to honor Hawaii by offering some […]
Posted inCommunity
Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers to perform in Clinton Aug. 17
“Everybody Loves Pirates” features 15 of Frogtown’s hand-crafted mouth and rod puppets, and an 8-foot paper-mache pirate ship.
Posted inCommunity
Maine’s premiere of ‘America’s Forests’ to be held Aug. 27
Two episodes focusing on sustainability and innovation in Maine’s forest and tourism industries will be shown in Bangor.
Posted inCommunity
Winthrop Arts Festival scheduled for Aug. 17
The 36th annual Winthrop Arts Festival is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, in downtown Winthrop. Local artists and artisans will showcase their works. This year’s festival features a variety of mediums, including painting, watercolors, drawing, prints, notecards, photography, wood, metal and fabric arts. For more information, visit winthropchamber.org. Check […]
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Strong’s Sandy River Festival returns Aug. 24
STRONG — The Sandy River Festival, a celebration of the beauty and history of the river, is set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24. The festival, to be held along the banks of the Sandy River, will include activities, live music and food trucks. This year’s festival features author Bill Roorbach, who […]
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Grief support groups begin Aug. 23 in Manchester
MANCHESTER — A GriefShare support group is set to begin on Friday, Sept. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hope Baptist Church, 726 Western Ave. A session about loss of spouses will take place at 6 p.m Friday, Aug. 23. A GriefShare group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions […]