Days before demonstrations broke out in cities across Iran, the U.S. Department of Justice told congressional leaders that a measure sponsored by a Republican congressman from Maine to unveil the secret holdings of Iranian leaders is unconstitutional. U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin’s measure, approved last month by the House, would require the secretary of the treasury […]
2018
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Record-breaking cold keeps causing problems across Maine
Record-breaking temperatures continued to wreak havoc across Maine on Monday, stalling vehicles, freezing pipes, canceling Tuesday classes in the Buxton area and closing a high school in North Berwick as Mainers welcomed 2018 on a slightly nervous note amid sustained icy weather. A new record low of 16 degrees below zero was set Monday morning […]
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Maine gas prices rise 3.1 cents
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) – Gasoline prices have gone up a bit in northern New England. GasBuddy’s daily survey of gas outlets says the price has risen 4.2 cents per gallon in Vermont in the last week, averaging $2.53. The price in Maine went up 3.1 cents to an average of $2.49 a gallon. New Hampshire’s […]
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Donald Trump opens second year with perils abroad, full plate at home
WASHINGTON (AP) — The glamour of his holiday break behind him, President Donald Trump returned to the White House on Monday night to face a hefty legislative to-do list, critical midterm elections and perilous threats abroad. Trump started his second year in Washington after a lengthy sojourn at his private club in Palm Beach, Florida, […]
Posted inMaine, sj-web
Maine lawmakers return to deal with marijuana, Medicaid expansion
AUGUSTA (AP) — Maine lawmakers are returning to Augusta to tackle big questions on recreational marijuana sales and funding for voter-approved Medicaid expansion. Wednesday marks the first day of the second session of the 128th Legislature. This year, lawmakers face re-election. Several legislative leaders are running for governor and Congress. While Medicaid expansion and recreational […]
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Canadian firm unveils plans for large hemp farm on 120 acres in northern Maine
A Canadian company plans to launch a large, industrial hemp operation in northern Maine this year in the latest sign of burgeoning interest in the versatile yet tightly regulated crop. Future Farm Technologies recently purchased 120 acres in the Aroostook County town of Amity and plans to lease another 100 acres for an operation that […]
Posted inThe Penobscot Times
Women of the World luncheon
Women of the World will meet on Mond ay, January 8, 2018, at noon, at the Church of Universal Fellowship, 82 Main Street, Orono. This month’s theme is “Vietnam”. Traditional Vietname food will be served, and a brief presentation will follow the meal. Volunteers are needed to help set up at 11:15 am and for clean up after the […]
Posted inThe Penobscot Times
Maine CDC offers tips on staying warm during cold weather
AUGUSTA – Winter weather and cold temperatures can be hazardous—even for Mainers. As Maine faces extremely low temperatures, the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reminding people to stay safe and healthy by being prepared for cold weather conditions. Hypothermia and frostbite are the two main health concerns when it comes to extreme […]
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H.S. Basketball: Witches fly past Cougars
FARMINGTON — Brewer overcame a 10-point first-half deficit by outscoring Mt. Blue, 22-5, in the third quarter, then held off the Cougars in the fourth for a 59-52 victory in KVAC girls’ basketball action Monday. MacKenzie Dorr scored 18 points and Cassidy Smith 11 to lead the Witches (2-4), who made 15 of 21 free […]
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Patience and pocketbook worn thin by grandkids
DEAR ABBY: I recently moved back home to help take care of my mom. We get along well, but there’s one major issue. She has to care for my brother’s four kids every day and is pretty much raising them. Because they are loud, whiny, rude and demanding, my mother snaps and yells at them […]