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Softball notebook: Motivated, restocked York surges out of the gates
Wireless communication not catching on with teams early; Greely improves under new coach; Pike reaches 600 punchouts.
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Posted inSoftball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Skowhegan softball slugs way to victory over Edward Little
Young River Hawks collect 14 hits, improve to 5-1.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
AmeriCorps cuts will hurt Maine communities, volunteers say
The loss of $400 million in grants to programs across the country puts at risk the service of more than 120 participants in Maine. Now they’re asking, ‘Why are we under attack?’
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News, Religion & Values
For many Mainers, Pope Francis’ impact and legacy are personal
The pontiff spent his 12-year tenure preaching what he called the joy of the gospel and emphasizing compassion. That message resonated among myriad Catholics and non-Catholics alike.
Posted inGuides, Things to Do
Ice cream guide: Here’s where you can get a scoop (or 2) in central, southern and Midcoast Maine
Vacationland is ice cream land in the summer when many seasonal ice cream shops serve up their frozen treats.
Posted inHealth, Maine, Politics
Maine lawmakers urged to keep children from languishing in hospital emergency departments
A bill sponsored by Sen. Joseph Baldacci, D-Bangor, would create 3 ‘crisis centers’ to reduce the number of children stuck in hospitals with no place to go.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Maple sugaring part of education at Maine Academy of Natural Sciences
The Hinckley school’s sugar shack was one of dozens across the state open during the 42nd Maine Maple Sunday Weekend.
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Fire reportedly started by overheated cooking oil damages home in Anson
One of the home’s residents was preparing dinner when cooking oil became too hot and burst into flames, an official said.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Maine wrestlers to compete for NCAA Division III titles
University of Southern Maine All-Americans Colby Frost and Jake Craig are in Rhode Island for the national championships.