ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A blown tire on a semitrailer may be to blame for a deadly head-on crash with a commercial passenger bus along Interstate 40 in New Mexico near the Arizona border, according to authorities. At least seven people were killed, and many of the 49 passengers aboard the Greyhound bus were injured, […]
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At Two Lights State Park, minke whales put on unexpected show
CAPE ELIZABETH — August in Maine is usually a delight, but visitors to Two Lights State Park have been privy to an extra attraction. At least one minke whale has made the waters near the state park’s rocky shoreline a favored feeding ground this summer, and has often been spotted cruising a short distance from […]
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2018 H.S. Football Preview: Hard-working Cougars set sights on playoffs
Mt. Blue football Nate Quirion explains a formation to his players in Farmington during the preseason. (Tony Blasi/Sun Journal) FARMINGTON — Mt. Blue football coach Nate Quirion said success will come this season — if the Cougars focus on several goals. “We will work to play sound fundamental football in all three phases of the […]
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2018 H.S. Football Preview: Team Capsules
DIRIGO Coach: Jim Hersom (fifth year) Region: Class E Last year’s record: 3-6, lost in D South quarterfinals. Returning athletes: Seniors — Alex Gorham (RB/LB), Jack Lavorgna (OL/DL), Nolan Degroot (OL/LB), Cameron Kidder (TE/LB); Junior — Mike Packard (RB/DB); Sophomore — Cole Brown (QB/DB), Dallas Berry (RB), Liam Burnett (RB). Key losses: Cooper Chiasson (RB/DE), […]
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2018 H.S. Football Preview: Falcons have options
Mountain Valley players meet with coaches near the end of a preseason practice. (Randy Whitehouse/Sun Journal) RUMFORD — Entering the 2018 season with a speedy, veteran backfield and a small, green offensive line, Mountain Valley coach Pat Mooney opted to go a little less old school for his offensive system. “We’ve changed the offensive scheme […]
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Poison and Ruckus wrap up summer shows at Mixers
Join the end-of-summer blowout party of the season Friday at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus, featuring Shot of Poison, tribute band to one of the hardest-rocking party bands of all time. Shot of Poison members include: Bruce Bennett, “BB Seville,” guitar; Ad Boc, “Bobby Dollface,” bass; Ken Gilman, “Kenny Rockett,” drums; and Frank Pupillo, […]
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Bring justice to the city
America is a nation of laws. Without laws, there would be chaos. If anyone breaks the law, they should be brought to justice. I believe there is a firearms ordinance prohibiting discharge within city limits. That being said, those who break that law within the city of Lewiston need to be brought to justice. Troublemakers […]
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Sen. Collins' vote will be scrutinized
I hope others join me in trying to convince Sen. Susan Collins that she must defend the health care protections millions of Americans rely upon by stopping Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court. I worked for more than a decade in health care administration and know firsthand that millions of people will suffer due […]
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Question 1 is not the answer
Question 1 on the November ballot proposes a 3.8 percent tax on certain employers, individuals and households in Maine. The money from this new tax is for home care for seniors and disabled adults. But as much as $6.5 million could be used for a separate, new bureaucracy to run the program. The new program […]
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Sheats will reach across the aisles
I have spoken to Bettyann Sheats many times in her role as my Maine House representative. I have found her to be very intelligent, very well-informed, and very determined to “do the right thing.” Her first concern is the people of her district. She respects the rights of all citizens, whatever their party affiliations. She […]