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Former Maine GOP chairman endorses Moody

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Former Maine GOP Chairman Mark Ellis is throwing his support behind independent Shawn Moody for governor, suggesting Republican Paul LePage may be too conservative. Ellis, who finished up his stint last year, said he recognizes that voters are angry but warned of “pushing the political pendulum too far in the opposite […]

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Sun Journal computer to plate process

The Sun Journal uses a computer to plate process that eliminates the need for film. Paginators design the pages of the newspaper on their computers using InDesign and then export the pages as PDF files directly to the CTP process which is handled in Prepress. For even more historical information, click the link below to […]

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College Football: William & Mary stuns Maine, 24-21

ORONO — Two steps forward. Three steps back. That’s how University of Maine head coach Jack Cosgrove described his team’s stunning 24-21 loss to William & Mary Saturday night in the Black Bears’ Colonial Athletic Association conference-opener.  It also applies to Maine’s star-crossed season so far. Maine’s discipline broke down first. Its defense soon followed. […]

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Outdoors in Maine: Maine needs to get its bear-ings

Bear guide and outfitter Wayne Bosowicz, who is arguably the Dean of Maine bear guides, had an interesting comment recently in an interview with Bangor Daily News outdoor writer John Holyoke. “I think I’ve been in the bear business since 1964 and I haven’t seen so many bears in all my life.”  Granted this is […]

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MLB: Maine’s Rogers impresses in first start for Brewers

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Mark Rogers and Jeremy Jeffress combined to help the Milwaukee Brewers to their third consecutive win. Rogers pitched three hitless innings and Jeffress threw the next two to earn his first career victory, leading the Brewers to a 6-2 victory over the Florida Marlins on Friday night. Ryan Braun drove in three […]

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College football: Black Bears open conference schedule Saturday

Even though he considers the start of the Colonial Athletic Association schedule a fresh start for his team, University of Maine coach Jack Cosgrove wanted last Saturday’s 38-14 loss to Syracuse to continue to sting the Black Bears into this week. Maine held a 14-7 lead over Syracuse early in the second quarter, then watched […]

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Why repower rather than replace

Here’s a way to keep your car on the road to safety and savings: If the vehicle ever develops serious engine trouble, ask yourself whether you should repower or replace the vehicle. The choice can mean a difference of thousands of dollars. An apt analogy If you had a serious plumbing problem, would you repair […]

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Football season marks the time for fall car care

As the leaves fall and the cold weather approaches, everyone begins to feel a little football fever. Just like the greatest coaches check their starting line-ups each year, make sure that your vehicle’s most important parts and systems aren’t corroded, empty, deflated or worn out. Firestone Complete Auto Care offers the following tips to ensure […]

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Maximizing vehicle resale value

Depreciation is a major factor in buying and selling a vehicle. The average auto can lose 30 percent of its value after the first year. After three years — the duration of most leases — the car’s value may have decreased by as much as 50 percent. Those looking to sell or trade-in cars will […]

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Five tips for maintaining your motorcycle or ATV

Americans have purchased more than 15 million all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and motorcycles over the past 10 years. Along with the thrill of the ride, or the convenience of chores made easy, comes the responsibility of maintaining these machines. Typically, most guys and gals with a garage – or at least the garage mentality – know […]