Professor interviewed Titanic survivor
2012-01-28 00:00:03
Marshall Drew was 8 years old when he watched the massive ship sink into a calm sea under a starless night. He witnessed it from a seat aboard lifeboat No. 11. — the only one filled to capacity.
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Sixth armed robbery of the month
2012-01-28 00:00:03
An armed gunman terrorizing store workers in a string of robberies could be the same person responsible for Thursday's holdup of a Deering Center convenience store, police said.
Opinion
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The wellness surprise
Some of the bigger stories of the week passed me by; Americans Elect making the ballot here in Maine, the State of the State Address, more infighting between the Maine Republican and Democratic parties ... all were dwarfed by an observation that occurred to me around the first of the week. -
'Boat to nowhere' offers election issue
When the presidential primary spotlight shines on Maine next month, however briefly, the campaigns will no doubt find plenty of local examples to continue whatever national narrative they’re building. While the ongoing arguments from Augusta will no doubt provide plenty of fodder, we... -
Presidential oath should adhere to U.S. Constitution, not pop culture
Editor, Before long, a President will be sworn into office taking what should be the Constitution’s oath of office —Article II, Section 1, Clause 8. These 35 words written 225 years ago begin, “I do solemnly swear.” No room here for the personality culture seen toda...
Recent News
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New regulations possible to require better record keeping at Hannaford, other chains
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Cumberland Farms victim of armed robbery
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Abdi Awad found guilty in Portland stabbing
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Same-sex marriage question set to appear on fall ballot
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Body found in city apartment building
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Moonen announces bid for Maine House
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Pair of Old Port random attacks result in at least one arrest
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