MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a chilling warning Thursday about the rising threat of a nuclear war, saying “it could lead to the destruction of civilization as a whole and maybe even our planet” — and putting the blame squarely on the U.S. Speaking at his annual news conference, Putin scoffed at […]
2018
Posted inNation / World
U.S. Senate passes government spending bill; House votes next
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate approved legislation to temporarily fund the government, a key step toward averting a federal shutdown after President Donald Trump backed off his demand for money for a border wall with Mexico. Senators passed the measure, which would keep government running to Feb. 8, by voice vote without a roll call […]
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Posted inBusiness, News
New law opens new possibilities for Maine medical marijuana providers
Dispensaries and caregivers can collaborate, rather than compete, under the state’s new rules allowing business-to-business medical cannabis sales.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
For Telstar eighth graders, 3D printing is fun
Telstar eighth graders did a demonstration on 3D printing last Thursday night.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
SAD 44 fuel use declines
Transportation/Maintenance Supervisor Ron Deegan presents a transportation report to the school board.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Newry learns about connectivity options
Newry selectmen heard from a Community Concepts representative about future broadband options for the town.
Posted inObituaries
Gary M. Adams
LEWISTON – Gary M. Adams, 68, of Lewiston and formerly of Auburn passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018, at Russell Park Manor in Lewiston, following a long illness. He was born in Lewiston on Nov. 27, 1950, the son of the late Kenneth and Esther (Beverly) Adams. He attended local schools in Auburn and […]
Posted inBoys Hockey, Girls Hockey, Varsity Maine
Varsity Maine hockey polls: Lewiston boys, girls ranked No. 1
Edward Little teams also ranked.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Varsity Maine
Varsity Maine basketball polls: Edward Little boys in No. 1 spot
Red Eddies also in girls’ top 10, along with Oxford Hills and Gray-New Gloucester.
Posted inObituaries
Bernice Paine Kane Merrill
OXFORD – Bernice Paine Kane Merrill, 95, of Oxford, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018, at her home, with her family by her side. She was born in East Oxford on Feb. 11, 1923, the daughter of Frank A. and Eva M. Cooper Paine. She was educated in East Oxford, at the Pratt School, […]