Bangor Daily News reporter Jackie Farwell’s article, “Healthcare.gov shoppers paying $99 for premiums, on average” published June 19, was deceptive. The real news here is that the article’s cost data proves there is a 57 percent increase in average monthly premiums under Obamacare. Yet, Farwell touts how great it is that the premium paid by […]
June 2014
Posted inLetters
J. Bergeron: Maine deserves better
All Mainers have a stake in the November election, but no group has such a considerable stake as Maine’s young people. Young Mainers deserve a state that is competitive in offering economic opportunities that will allow its talented young people to remain in Maine and enjoy the quality of life that distinguishes Maine as a […]
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Special fishing derby registrations being taken
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Recreation Department is accepting registration calls for the sixth annual fishing derby for adults with developmental disabilities. The derby takes place from 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 3, at Rollo Pond in Abbott Park at the University of Maine at Farmington. It is free Eligible participants are adults with developmental […]
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Rich Lowry: Patent Office ruling itself is offensive
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s contribution to the Washington Redskins debate is pettifogging absurdity in the service of rank politically correct bullying. A panel of the office’s Trademark Trial and Appeal Board ruled in favor of plaintiffs claiming that the Redskins name “may disparage persons or bring them into contempt, or disrepute,” and therefore […]
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Tonight’s agenda
Franklin Jay: Selectmen, 6 p.m., Town Office Oxford Hills Bethel: Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Office River Valley Dixfield: Selectmen, 5:30 p.m., Ludden Library Peru: Selectmen, 6 p.m., Town Office
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Sex offender notification
Sex offender notification The following person meets Auburn Police Department’s policy on community notification. Offender’s name: Raymond Dulac Age: 47 Street address: 339 Poland Road, Auburn Conviction: Unlawful sexual contact Convicted: 2007 Record location: Androscoggin County Superior Court Victim’s age: Under 12 years Registrant type: Lifetime registrant Offender’s name: Preston Edwards Age: 36 Street address: […]
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Fareed Zakaria: An enclave strategy
NEW YORK — Can Iraq hold together? It’s worth examining what is happening in that country through a broader prism. If you had looked at the Middle East 15 years ago, you would have seen a string of strikingly similar regimes — from Libya and Tunisia in the west to Syria and Iraq in the […]
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CMMC lists group exercise programs
LEWISTON — Central Maine Medical Center’s Health and Fitness Center is offering the following group exercise programs beginning June 30. Cardio Sculpt: This ongoing series combines low-impact moves with weight training targeting major muscle groups while addressing hard to reach spots. The routine includes extensive floor work. Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. with Ian […]
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Robin Dow Senior Citizens vote to change meeting locations
AUBURN — The Robin Dow Senior Citizens will meet on June 25 at the Alden M. Gayton Post 31, American Legion, 426 Washington St. Tickets will be on sale for $8 for the July 9 cookout. Forty members were present at the June 11 meeting. Pat Donohue opened with prayers. A salute to the flag […]