BATH — When he served on the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan, Capt. James A. Kirk was assigned the call sign “Tiberius,” in a nod to the starship captain of the USS Enterprise who shared the same first and last name on the TV show “Star Trek.” The fictional captain’s middle name was Tiberius, which […]
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Children’s Task Force partners with military in Kuwait for road race
FARMINGTON — A local road race to raise funds to help prevent child abuse and neglect has caught the attention of U.S. military personnel in Kuwait. While the Franklin County Children’s Task Force hosts its third annual 5K/10K and Kids Fun Run on May 10 in downtown Farmington, a Mainer stationed in Kuwait will organize […]
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Basic training graduates
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — The following area residents graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The airmen completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an […]
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Military flight delayed at BIA as Customs seeks documentation
BANGOR — What was expected to be a routine stopover at Bangor International Airport for a plane filled with returning U.S. troops and defense contractors Sunday night instead became a frustrating ordeal for many of those aboard. For the 102 U.S. troops returning from Afghanistan and Kuwait on Delta flight 8964, getting off the plane […]
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World War II medals
WILTON — A story published Tuesday on Page B1 of the Franklin edition and Page B2 of the Oxford Hills and City editions about Henry Palmer Brimigion receiving his World War II medals was written by Eileen M. Adams. It was an editing error.
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WWII veteran receives medals 71 years late
WILTON — Henry Palmer Brimigion, 87, wondered why so many family members were attending services at the Wilton United Methodist Church on Sunday morning. Immediately after the last hymn was sung, the Rev. Laura Church called him up to the front, offered him a seat and had his long overdue World War II medals pinned […]
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New military recruiters bill proposed for Maine
AUGUSTA (AP) — A second effort is underway to pass legislation in Maine to guarantee that military recruiters would be allowed to wear uniforms in schools. A Republican-backed bill was narrowly defeated in the last session after acrimonious debate and accusations of anti-military bias. Opponents said the bill was unnecessary because there was no verified […]
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Maine company gives soldiers the gift of golf
In response to a serviceman’s email, a Maine golf company reached out with a massive donation to keep troops deployed to Afghanistan swinging. It began with an innocent inquiry. Staff Sgt. Justin Poirier of Waterville, currently serving with the Maine Army National Guard, contacted Matt Barnard, marketing director at Harris Golf, about purchasing some equipment. […]
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MVHS Alums Serve
“I am a Marine, not was of former. I wear that title proudly because not everyone can be one. Marines are a special breed and we are proud. We were taught to honor yourself and the Corps every day,” explained Sgt. Dorothy “Dottie” McPherson during our first encounter. Prior to becoming a Marine, McPherson graduated […]
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Donations being collected for holiday care packages
LIVERMORE FALLS — Two women have combined efforts to collect items, including baked goods, to send to soldiers overseas for the holidays. Tammi Harlow of Livermore Falls, the aunt of Keith Tibbetts, who is deployed with the 133rd Army National Guard, and Lorraine Cushing, also of Livermore Falls, are collecting donated items. Cushing has organized […]