NEW GLOUCESTER — “Maine Horse Doctor, On the Road with Dr J” is a collection of more than 100 stories about Dr. David Jefferson’s 48 years as an equine vet in Maine and New Hampshire. Using true incidents from his mobile practice, he shares his views on responsible horse ownership. Some of the stories are […]
2018
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Donald Trump says Steve Bannon 'lost his mind' after leaving White House
President Donald Trump denounced his former top strategist, Steve Bannon, on Wednesday, saying that he “lost his mind” after leaving the White House last summer. “When he was fired, he not only lost his job, he lost his mind,” Trump said of Bannon in a statement the White House issued. “Now that he is on […]
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It’s not just a nor’easter; we may be in for a ‘bomb cyclone’
A “bomb cyclone” is coming — at least that’s what the forecasts say. You may have heard it referred to as a “weather bomb” or an “explosive storm,” but there’s no need to duck and cover. These names are actually rooted in the science of winter storms. Though it seems as if meteorologists are using […]
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Maine gas prices expected to average $2.57 in 2018
A company that analyzes and forecasts gas prices expects 2018 to be the most expensive year at the gas pump since 2014. GasBuddy, a Boston-based technology company that surveys more than 1,200 retail gas stations in Maine and 140,000 stations nationally, said in a news release Wednesday that the yearly average for gasoline will rise […]
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Legislature cancels hearings and work sessions as nor'easter approaches
AUGUSTA — Winter weather is already delaying the Legislature’s work just two days into the 2018 session. Legislative leaders announced Wednesday — the first day of this year’s shortened session — that Thursday’s committee hearings will be canceled and rescheduled because of the winter storm. The Health and Human Services Committee, the Environment and Natural […]
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Topsham police charge 25 with underage drinking at New Year’s party
TOPSHAM — Police broke up a party in the early morning hours on New Year’s Day and issued summonses for underage drinking to 25 people between the ages of 15 and 20. Police said Sagadahoc County dispatch received an anonymous electronic tip about the party at 12:08 a.m. Jan. 1. Sgt. Robert Ramsay and Officers […]
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FMH welcomes first baby of 2018
FARMINGTON — Tareck Ward Jr. was the first baby born at Franklin Memorial Hospital in 2018. He is also the first child of Jazzmin Hersom and Tareck Ward of Livermore Falls. Tareck Jr. was born Tuesday, Jan. 2, at 5:38 p.m. He weighed 7 pounds, 6.5 ounces and was delivered by Dr. Jennifer Zeliger. Hersom […]
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Lewiston High School student charged after school closed by hoax
LEWISTON — Police said the student threat to Lewiston High School on Tuesday was a hoax. Classes were canceled Wednesday, but the building was open for afternoon sports and adult education. Police say the 17-year-old LHS student will be charged with the juvenile offense of terrorizing. The student’s name was not released. The high school was shut […]
Posted inThe Penobscot Times
Hirundo to host 2018 Winter Fun Day
The 2018 Winter Fun Day promises to be the best yet! Hirundo Wildlife will once again host Winter Fun Days on January 27, 2018 from 10am to 3pm. This year includes the region’s only opportunity to enjoy dog sled rides, plus so many other activities for all ages, including showshoe racing, cross country skiing, snow […]
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EPA offers tips to burn smarter and cleaner during winter season
EPA has tips for New England homeowners who are heating their homes with wood burning stoves, fireplaces or boilers. Wood smoke is made up of a mixture of fine particles and toxic gases that can harm your health. Fine particle pollution isn’t healthy to breathe indoors or out, especially for children, older adults and those […]