There aren’t many “take-me-now, Lord” experiences left for a sports fan born and raised near the 45th parallel. If you think any of the New England professional teams owe us a thing at this point, you’re just an entitled jerk. All I ever wanted was for the Patriots to celebrate a status greater than laughingstock, […]
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John L. Kirby
SOUTH PARIS — John Kirby, 90, of Wilton died Wednesday, March 8, at the Maine Veterans’ Home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Oct. 8, 1926, in Brownville Junction. One of five children, he was a son of John T. and Marion (Stevens) Kirby. He attended Brownville Junction schools and became an honorary […]
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Sally R. Pouliot
AUBURN — Sally R. Pouliot, 78, of Otisfield passed away Saturday, March 11, at the Hospice House. She was born in Belfast on Aug. 5, 1938, the daughter of Kenneth and Margaret Raye Robbins. She attended schools in Belfast as well as Munich and Frankfurt, Germany. Sally graduated from Frankfurt American High School in 1956. […]
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Deborah L. Richards
JAY — Deborah L. Richards, 55, a resident of Livermore Falls, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 11, in Jay, surrounded by her loving family and friends, following a long battle with cancer. She was born April 22, 1961, in Raleigh, N.C., the daughter of Robert Lewis and Lillian (Sides) Lewis. Debbie was a graduate of […]
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SAPARS seeks volunteer advocates Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services is looking for volunteer advocates to respond to its 24-hour helpline and make a difference in the lives of people affected by sexual violence. Volunteer advocates receive extensive training and support to prepare them to effectively respond to callers. Volunteer advocates are notified of calls […]
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How are teams matched up for 'tourney time?'
DEAR SUN SPOTS: When “tourney time” rolls around, I always wonder how the teams are picked to play each other. For instance, why does No. 2 play No. 10? Couldn’t these teams be more evenly matched? I think it would provide better sport for players and spectators. Seems like a daunting task for the lower-ranked […]
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Lewiston firefighters contain Lisbon Street blaze
UPDATE: Tenant charged with arson
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Documentary on prison degree program to show at Bates
LEWISTON — Bates College will screen “First Degree” as part of its College Guild chapter, which helps prison inmates earn college degrees. Sam Boss, assistant director of the Community-Engaged Learning and Research Program, said the school’s partnership with the College Guild began last year. “We offered students in professor Cynthia Baker’s religious studies course on […]
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Otisfield appeals board to discuss ordinance changes at upcoming meeting
OTISFIELD — The Board of Appeals will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 14, at the Town Hall to clarify language in its ordinance, said Administrative Assistant and Appeals Board member Anne Pastore. Pastore said the ordinance had originally been given to the Ordinance and Policy Review Committee for review, but the Board of Selectmen […]
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Irene B. Samson
FARMINGTON — Irene B. Samson, 89, a resident of Farmington, formerly of Jay, passed away Friday, March 10, at Pinewood Terrace in Farmington. She was born on June 9, 1927, in Chisholm, the daughter of Felix Gallant and Josephine (Casey) Gallant. Irene was a graduate of St. Rose of Lima School and attended the Jay […]