Firefighters responded to a 911 call made shortly before 4:30 a.m. to a house on Stream Road.
2021
Posted inNation / World, News
Homicides are up, but Republicans mislead with claims about blame
Some police organizations and Republican politicians are blaming Democrats and last year’s defund the police effort, but big increases in homicides are being seen even in cities that increased police spending.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Another jump in prices tightens the squeeze on U.S. consumers
The inflation pressures, which have been building for months, are not only squeezing consumers but also posing a risk to the economy’s recovery from the pandemic recession.
Posted inNation / World, Politics
Polls find U.S. image around the world has rebounded since Biden took office
The Pew Research Center surveys show majorities of the citizens across the countries — more than 6 in 10 in each — express confidence in Biden to “do the right thing” in world affairs.
Posted inMaine
Maine’s vaccination campaign rolls into Portland brewery
A mobile clinic opens a four-day run Thursday at Rising Tide Brewing Co., as the state presses ahead with its efforts to make vaccination convenient and accessible, especially for younger residents.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation / World, News
Maine jobless claims tick upward as U.S. applications fall for sixth straight week
In Maine, initial claims for state and federal unemployment benefits increased to 1,600 last week from 1,500 the previous week.
Posted inMaine, News
Missing woman found dead on Cape Neddick trail
Deborah Kolbjornsen, 66, was last seen entering a trail system to walk a dog, police said.
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Health and personal well-being should be your priority
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shane West, 43; DJ Qualls, 43; Kate Flannery, 57; Frankie Faison, 72. Happy Birthday: Take a close look at what’s happening around you before you decide to head in a direction that is full of uncertainty. Think matters through, be smart about the decisions you make and don’t take on […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Grass-fed beef not best source of omega-3 fatty acid
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a question about omega-3 fatty acid intake, either through fish consumption or by dietary supplements like fish oil. Apparently, many American diets are deficient in omega-3 fatty acids. One possible reason is that most American beef cattle are fed primarily on corn rather than their natural diet of grass, leading […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman spurred to action by grandkids’ plight
DEAR ABBY: I have a grandson (25) and granddaughter (22) who are both extremely overweight (300 pounds each). They not only have health issues, but also mental issues. Both work part time at the same company as their mom and dad — and still live at home. They don’t date, don’t drive and are very […]