LOUDON, N.H. (AP) — Kevin Harvick warned he was charging for the lead with taps on Kyle Busch’s rear bumper over the waning laps. Harvick had failed to methodically work his way around the race leader with a clean pass, so he set aim with his Ford on Busch for the knockout shot. Harvick nudged […]
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The Hot Corner: NASCAR must return to its roots
Rain ravaged Sunday’s scheduled starting time at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. The whims of the weather ensured that everyone’s dreaded the-sky-is-falling symptom — empty seats by the tens of thousands – dominated the margins on national television when NASCAR officials finally waved the green flag over the weekend’s 301-lap main event. New Hampshire was a test […]
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Kurt Busch wins pole at New Hampshire
LOUDON, N.H. (AP) — Kurt Busch is set to crank up contract talks with Stewart Haas-Racing. With his deal expiring at the end of the season, the 2004 NASCAR Cup champion is on the hunt for a new agreement that would keep him in the SHR fold and with Monster Energy again on board as […]
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Elmer P. Benedix Sr.
AUBURN — Elmer P. Benedix Sr. (Sonny), 72, of Auburn passed away suddenly Thursday, July 5, at his home, with his loving girlfriend, Cathy, by his side. He was born in Lewiston on March 29, 1946, to Elmer A. and Pearl Benedix. His work included carpentry and asbestos. His hobbies included woodworking, watching NASCAR (his favorite […]
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Maurice R. James
AUBURN — Maurice R. James, 61, of Lewiston passed away July 7 in Auburn. He was born Nov. 21, 1956, in Lewiston to parents George and Margaret (Albert) James. Maurice enjoyed watching NASCAR and all of the sports teams. He was predeceased by both parents, and is survived by his wife, Ronda James, of Lewiston and […]
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Richard S. Howatt
AUBURN — Richard S. Howatt, 71, of Jay, died peacefully Thursday evening, June 21, at the Hospice House in Auburn with family members at his side. He courageously fought ALS with strength, a positive attitude and unwavering faith. He was born in Farmington on July 15, 1946, son of Richard and Ruth (Fraser) Howatt. He was […]
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Truex tricks Harvick on track, conquers Sonoma
SONOMA, Calif. (AP) — Martin Truex Jr. was running second as the laps dwindled in Sonoma, and crew chief Cole Pearn didn’t think they were as fast as Kevin Harvick. Pearn told his team to prepare for a pit stop on the 73rd lap, and he told Truex over the radio to bring in the […]
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John M. McQuarrie
LEWISTON — John M. McQuarrie, 67, of Hallowell passed away Wednesday, May 23, at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, with his loved ones by his side. He was born in Castine on Feb. 18, 1951, a son of the late Francis and Elizabeth (Weiberg) McQuarrie. He spent his early childhood in Stonington, and at the […]
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Joseph G. Katula Jr.
LISBON FALLS — Joseph G. Katula Jr. passed away peacefully at home May 22, following a long illness and surrounded by family. He was born in Lewiston on Oct. 12, 1941, to Helen R and Joseph G. Katula. He grew up in the Lisbon area and attended the local schools. On June 12, 1971, he married […]
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William D. 'Buck' Rogers Jr.
TURNER — William D. “Buck” Rodgers Jr., 54, of Jay died Thursday, May 24, as the result of a motor vehicle accident. Born in Rumford, Jan. 11, 1964, he was the son of William D. Rodgers Sr. and Elizabeth (Wigfield) Rodgers. He was a self-employed contractor (delivery driver) for Hudson RPM of Gorham. He also worked […]