The job of the governor is to execute and enforce the laws of the state. Maine’s residents overwhelmingly voted to expand MaineCare and accept the federal funds available. For Gov. Paul LePage to refuse to do so is an insult to the voters. If he had many months left in office, I would call for […]
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Finding a lost hamster or small pet
Small animals like gerbils and hamsters make great first pets for animal-loving youngsters. Such pets are relatively easy to care for and don’t take up much space. A cage, food and some entertainment is often all that’s needed to keep these furry critters content. Small animals often provide the experience children need to grow acquainted […]
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Looking Back on Aug. 22
100 Years Ago: 1918 It was voted to engage John W. Rhines of Binghamton, N.Y., secretary of the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce, at a meeting of the board of directors yesterday morning. Several candidates had filed applications for the place, but all things taken into consideration, Mr. Rhines seemed to meet the requirements here. He will succeed […]
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Lynne Tardiff Hagan
BRUNSWICK — Lynne Tardiff Hagan, 82, of Brunswick passed away at Horizons Living & Rehab Center on Sunday, Aug. 19, after a brief battle with brain cancer. Lynne was born in Lewiston on Sept. 9, 1935. She was the oldest of seven children born to the late Rosario and Virginia Tardiff of West Bowdoin. She graduated […]
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Leland T. Gould
BOWDOIN — On Monday, Aug. 6, Dad went to be with Mom. Leland was born Jan. 27, 1936, son of John and Hulday (Parker) Gould. He and Marie were married for 60 years and resided in Bowdoin. When he wasn’t working, he lived for hunting and fishing. Leland will be missed by his children Thomas, Gloria, […]
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Merle F. Davis
PORTLAND — Merle F. Davis, 71, of Lewiston passed away Monday, Aug. 20, after a brief illness, at Maine Medical Center. He was the husband of Arlana J. (McGraw) Davis. He was born Jan. 29, 1947, in Lewiston, a son of the late Merle F. and Doris I. (Maddocks) Davis Sr. He grew up in Auburn, […]
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Helen C. Alden
LEWISTON — Helen C. Alden, 92, of Lewiston died Saturday, Aug. 18, at Russell Park Manor. She was born in Lewiston on Nov. 11, 1925, a daughter of the late Stanley and Mary (Chorzempa) Cholewa. She was educated in local schools and graduated from Lewiston High School. Helen married her true love, Gerald S. Alden, on […]
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Ronnie Brown
POLAND — Ronnie Brown, 56, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 15, at his home in Poland that he shared with Pete and Cheryl Godin for 13 years. He is survived by his brothers Bill, Scott and Greg; his sister, Evette; and extended family Samantha Walker and Steven Godin. Ron enjoyed sports, especially racing and bowling. He attended […]
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'No' to cuts in SNAP program
Congress will vote on the Farm Bill in September. The final version of that bill will be critical for many of Maine’s citizens and small farmers. It encompasses provision for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The proposed House and Senate versions do not agree and need to be reconciled. The House version of the bill […]
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'Stubby' Wayne D. Gerrish
CHESTERVILLE — “Stubby” Gerrish, aka Wayne D. Gerrish, was born Oct. 23,1971. He passed away Thursday, Aug. 16. He worked most of his life as a landscaper in Massachusetts and Maine. He is survived by his only child, Curtis Lee Gerrish; his wife, Rose; his parents Daniel and Janet; siblings Tiffany, Ambra and Quinn; and eight […]