As bad as the pandemic is now, Maine’s top public health official warned Friday that it’s going to get worse.
2021
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U.S. consumer prices soared 6.8% over last year, most since 1982
Inflation has been intensifying pressure on consumers, especially lower-income households and particularly for everyday necessities.
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Vikings open 29-point lead, fend off Steelers on final play for 36-28 win
Dalvin Cook rushes for 205 yards and two TDs as Minnesota opens an early lead against slow-starting Pittsburgh and holds on for the win.
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Al Unser, a four-time winner of Indianapolis 500, dies at 82
Unser won the Indy 500 in 1970, 1971, 1978 and 1987, and is the only driver in history to have both a sibling and a child also win the Indy 500.
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I’m not sure what the GOP stands for
To the Editor: Mitch McConnell, in the last few weeks, has been telling GOP donors, colleagues and lobbyists that the Republican Party won’t be coming out with an official platform or agenda leading into the 2022 midterm elections. The party did not issue a platform prior to the 2020 presidential election either, so any direction […]
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Christmas Services
Baptist JAY — Jay Baptist Church on Smith Avenue invites the public to join us for a time of singing Christmas carols on December 23 from 6 to 7 p.m. This program, as well as all December church services, is being held on the Lower Level. Following the program, cookies and beverages will be served. […]
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Prep Basketball for first graders
FARMINGTON — First Grade Program – Prep is an entry-level basketball program for first graders that introduces them to the sport of basketball in a fun, pressure-free atmosphere. Each child will learn the fundamentals of basketball through drills, and scrimmages with our high-energy instructors. This program aims to provide players with the skills and knowledge […]
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Doctor joins Franklin Health Women’s Care
Farmington — Dawn Elliott, MD, has joined the Franklin Memorial Hospital medical staff as a physician at Franklin Health Women’s Care. Dr. Elliott is a full-scope OB/GYN provider specializing in high-risk pregnancy, perinatal mood disorders, family planning and infertility. She has more than 20 years of patient care experience. Dr. Elliott received her medical degree […]
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Tree lighting held at historic Madrid schoolhouse
MADRID – On the first Saturday of December, members and guests of the Madrid Historical Society gathered outside the Madrid Schoolhouse to usher in the holiday season with the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Before beginning the countdown for the anticipated lighting, those present had a chance to visit with one another as they enjoyed hot […]
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MBHS first quarter honor roll
FARMINGTON — Highest Honors: Tate Abbott, Luke Allen, Madison Allen, Warren Allen, Rosabelle Armstrong, Brittany Bailey, Trey Bailey, Cole Baker, Valerie Barker, Abigail Bartlett, Elias Bartlett, Hunter Beach, Ashton Beaudoin, Grace Bell, Levi Bogar, Savanna Bowen, Anna Brackett, Elizabeth Brackett, William Brown, Maddox Burtchell, CoCo Cai, Allison Casavant, Emma Casavant, Piper Casey, Jacob Caton, Emma […]