Five women graduated as certified nursing assistants at Oxford Hills/Nezinscot Adult Education commencement exercises at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in Paris on May 23. They are, back row from left, Daphne Foster, Bethany Bowers, Kayla Farrar, Katie Hall and Kayla Dyer. In front, from left, are instructor Marcia Campbell, R.N., Oxford Hills/Nezinscot Adult Education […]
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Dumping Roseanne: Quick, dirty and smart
Roseanne Barr’s divorce from civilization started 28 years ago. Given the honor of singing the national anthem at a San Diego Padres-Cincinnati Reds game, she shrieked the words and, upon concluding, spit at the ground and scratched her crotch. All choreographed for a national TV audience. Then-President George H.W. Bush called the performance “disgraceful.” So […]
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Protest on your own time
In response to a letter by Elaine Makas (May 31), I firmly believe that employees have a responsibility to adhere to policies set by their employers, regardless if employed by a sports team, as a fast-food associate, dental hygienist, etc. The work place is just that — a place for work. Peacefully protesting perceived social […]
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Italy could be facing financial crisis
WASHINGTON — If you’re nostalgic for the 2008-09 financial crisis, you can cheer up. Another debacle may be on its way. Its epicenter would be Italy, which may threaten the rest of the world economy. Under the worst-case assumptions, Italy could abandon the euro — the single currency now used by 19 countries — and […]
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Commendations in order
As the coordinator for Gifted and Talented at Edward Little High School, I have seen many students take rigorous, content-driven Advanced Placement courses. At the end of the school year, they can take an AP exam for $94. Good grades in the courses and scores on the exam can result in receiving college credit. College […]
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Pepin will serve the town
I write in support of John Pepin Sr. for a seat on the town of Rumford Board of Selectpersons. I have worked closely with him for a period of more than three years, and he has demonstrated honesty and integrity in all business and personal interactions in which we have both been involved. He is […]
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Mason committed to state's future
I am proud to support Garrett Mason for governor. I have known him for 15 years — we came up in the party together. I have seen how hard he works to accomplish what he believes in, and his record in the Maine Senate is a testament to his leadership and persuasion skills. Like me, […]
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Tips for job-hunters
Concerning job searches, I have heard that an applicant should put on a resume only what the potential employer is looking for in a candidate. Too many degrees can be seen as being over-qualified. When applying, people should include only degrees needed for the job. Employers are looking for candidates who can benefit the company […]
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Virgo: Alter the way you live
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Justin Long, 40; Zachary Quinto, 41; Dana Carvey, 63; Dennis Haysbert, 64. Happy Birthday: With a little effort, you can turn this into a memorable and progressive year. Plan your actions, and weed out any troublesome people or plans that could pose a problem for you or hold you back. […]
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Man killed by speeding car that woman drove onto Sanford baseball field
? A West Newfield man died Friday night after being hit by a car that a woman drove onto a Sanford baseball field before speeding through a gate the man was trying to close, police told News Center Maine. The station said the driver of the car, 51-year-old Carol Sharrow of Sanford, was arrested Friday […]