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City police officers facing layoffs ; Union leaders call the city manager's action 'blackmail'; Joseph Gray says a citywide freeze is key to filling a deficit.

Apr 01, 2009; ... TOM BELL By TOM BELL Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 City police officers facing layoffs ; Union leaders call the city manager's action 'blackmail'; Joseph Gray says a citywide freeze is key to filling a deficit. Byline: TOM BELL By TOM BELL Staff ...

Recession can't stop growth in Freeport ; Freeport Village Station will only enhance the town's already- stellar reputation as a shopping destination.

Apr 01, 2009; ... BETH QUIMBY By BETH QUIMBY Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Recession can't stop growth in Freeport ; Freeport Village Station will only enhance the town's already- stellar reputation as a shopping destination. Byline: BETH QUIMBY By BETH QUIMBY Staff ...

Just a tax shif t, or a step in the right direction? ; State House: A bill to lower income taxes and compensate by raising other taxes gets a mixed reaction.

Apr 01, 2009; ... MATT WICKENHEISER By MATT WICKENHEISER Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Just a tax shif t, or a step in the right direction? ; State House: A bill to lower income taxes and compensate by raising other taxes gets a mixed reaction. Byline: MATT WICKENHEISER By ...

Maine State Pier sessions make a strong case for doing nothing ; Keeping the pier for public access could end up being more valuable than developing it.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Greg Kesich ial writer Greg Kesich editorial writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Maine State Pier sessions make a strong case for doing nothing ; Keeping the pier for public access could end up being more valuable than developing it. Byline: Greg Kesich ial writer ...

Immigrant voting bill should be defeated ; Permanent residents should be encouraged to become citizens in order to participate fully.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Immigrant voting bill should be defeated ; Permanent residents should be encouraged to become citizens in order to participate fully. Byline: Anonymous Edition: FINAL Section: Editorial Column: OUR VIEWS Type: ...

MARTIN, STUART R., M.D.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 MARTIN, STUART R., M.D. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting ...

DAY, BRUCE H.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 DAY, BRUCE H. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News DAY, BRUCE H. - 72, March ...

IGNATOWICZ, LEONA MARGARET (JEDZINIAK)

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 IGNATOWICZ, LEONA MARGARET (JEDZINIAK) Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

BERRY, GORDON M. SR.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 BERRY, GORDON M. SR. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News BERRY, GORDON M. SR. - 79, of Seymour, Ind., March 28, ...

JASPER, JONATHAN ALAN

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 JASPER, JONATHAN ALAN Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News JASPER, JONATHAN ALAN - 46, March 28, ...

HANSON, JOANNE CHILSON

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 HANSON, JOANNE CHILSON Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

Publisher voices hope for books, small presses ; Ari Meil, a Festival of the Book moderator, says technology gives authors more say over their future.

Apr 01, 2009; ... RAY ROUTHIER By RAY ROUTHIER Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Publisher voices hope for books, small presses ; Ari Meil, a Festival of the Book moderator, says technology gives authors more say over their future. Byline: RAY ROUTHIER By RAY ROUTHIER Staff ...

What's in a name? Learning Works now leaves no doubt ; With its new name, the former Portland West hopes to expand services and stay true to its roots.

Apr 01, 2009; ... DAVID HENCH By DAVID HENCH Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 What's in a name? Learning Works now leaves no doubt ; With its new name, the former Portland West hopes to expand services and stay true to its roots. Byline: DAVID HENCH By DAVID HENCH Staff ...

SAVAGE, LOUISE C.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 SAVAGE, LOUISE C. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News SAVAGE, LOUISE C. - 81, of South ...

Crunch time at boat launch ; The water district seals off parking spots near the lake in Standish, and new ones won't meet the demand.

Apr 01, 2009; ... JOHN RICHARDSON By JOHN RICHARDSON Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Crunch time at boat launch ; The water district seals off parking spots near the lake in Standish, and new ones won't meet the demand. Byline: JOHN RICHARDSON By JOHN RICHARDSON Staff ...

HANSCOM, H. MARGARET

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 HANSCOM, H. MARGARET Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News HANSCOM, H. MARGARET - ...

URBAN, NAN KIRKPATRICK

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 URBAN, NAN KIRKPATRICK Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News URBAN, NAN KIRKPATRICK - 59, of Portland, March 29, 2009. Memorial visitation, ...

THOMAS, JEAN MARIE (MATTHEWS)

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 THOMAS, JEAN MARIE (MATTHEWS) Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

ANGERS, JANET S.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 ANGERS, JANET S. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News ANGERS, JANET ...

BAIN, MINNIE LAWLER

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 BAIN, MINNIE LAWLER Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News BAIN, MINNIE LAWLER - 94, March 28, 2009, in Portland. Visiting hours, April 2, ...

SANDERSON, ANNE M. (SAVARD)

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 SANDERSON, ANNE M. (SAVARD) Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News SANDERSON, ANNE ...

SALEVSKY, GEORGE H.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 SALEVSKY, GEORGE H. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: ...

OLSEN, HOMER A.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 OLSEN, HOMER A. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

BLAISDELL, JACQUELINE MARIE

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 BLAISDELL, JACQUELINE MARIE Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

BOGART, HELEN JEANNETTE

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 BOGART, HELEN JEANNETTE Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

BRIAND, ALFRED A. SR.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 BRIAND, ALFRED A. SR. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News BRIAND, ...

BOUCHER, DEBORAH M.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 BOUCHER, DEBORAH M. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News BOUCHER, DEBORAH M. - 57, of Biddeford, in ...

CHARETTE, MARIE GLORIA

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 CHARETTE, MARIE GLORIA Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News CHARETTE, MARIE GLORIA - 68, of Gorham, March ...

KELLEY, CASWELL JULIAN "CABBY"

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 KELLEY, CASWELL JULIAN "CABBY" Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and ...

MURRAY, HAROLD EDWARD JR.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 MURRAY, HAROLD EDWARD JR. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News MURRAY, HAROLD EDWARD JR. - 78, of ...

WENDELL, MADELINE FREIDA SCHMIDT

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 WENDELL, MADELINE FREIDA SCHMIDT Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

WILES, CAROLYN N.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 WILES, CAROLYN N. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News WILES, CAROLYN N. - 89 of ...

Toolmaker to discuss his success in niche market ; Thomas Lie-Nielsen set up shop in 1981, and now his company employs more than 60 people.

Apr 01, 2009; ... DEBORAH SAYER By DEBORAH SAYER Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Toolmaker to discuss his success in niche market ; Thomas Lie-Nielsen set up shop in 1981, and now his company employs more than 60 people. Byline: DEBORAH SAYER By DEBORAH SAYER Staff ...

Births

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Births Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Births Type: News Maine Medical Center no longer provides birth announcements for publication.We will publish birth ...

College Notes

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 College Notes Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: College Notes Type: News DEAN'S LISTUniversity of Maine at Augusta: Lorri Dougherty, Falmouth; Lisa Broadbent, ...

Plowing back to Skyline Roots ; Horses will help till soil at the CSA farm for the first time in six decades.

Apr 01, 2009; ... MELANIE CREAMER By MELANIE CREAMER Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Plowing back to Skyline Roots ; Horses will help till soil at the CSA farm for the first time in six decades. Byline: MELANIE CREAMER By MELANIE CREAMER Staff Writer Edition: ...

Briefly

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Briefly Byline: Anonymous Edition: Coast Section: Local & State Column: Briefly Type: News SANFORDSANFORD Partners for Healthier Communities, a Goodall Hospital program, has received $38,000 ...

A man for many wakes ; A Saco funeral director placed third overall in a national water- skiing competition.

Apr 01, 2009; ... DEBORAH SAYER By DEBORAH SAYER Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 A man for many wakes ; A Saco funeral director placed third overall in a national water- skiing competition. Byline: DEBORAH SAYER By DEBORAH SAYER Staff Writer Edition: Coast Section: Local ...

DEAN, ELLA R.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 DEAN, ELLA R. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

On the bunny trail ; We went hopping off in search of ways to make Easter treats less about calories and fat, and found that a 'healthier' basket can be just as sweet to kids.

Apr 01, 2009; ... Meredith Goad by Meredith Goad staff writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 On the bunny trail ; We went hopping off in search of ways to make Easter treats less about calories and fat, and found that a 'healthier' basket can be just as sweet to kids. Byline: Meredith ...

Economic forecasts get worse ; State economists expect twice as many job losses and a steeper decline than their previous predictions.

Apr 01, 2009; ... DAVID HENCH By DAVID HENCH Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Economic forecasts get worse ; State economists expect twice as many job losses and a steeper decline than their previous predictions. Byline: DAVID HENCH By DAVID HENCH Staff Writer Edition: ...

Film, speaker to address gays' impact on families ; Mary Lou Wallner's story is told in a documentary on how Christians deal with their children's orientation.

Apr 01, 2009; ... RAY ROUTHIER By RAY ROUTHIER Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Film, speaker to address gays' impact on families ; Mary Lou Wallner's story is told in a documentary on how Christians deal with their children's orientation. Byline: RAY ROUTHIER By RAY ROUTHIER ...

Town may take over upkeep of park ; The state is asking Skowhegan to maintain a public rest area at the Kennebec's Great Eddy.

Apr 01, 2009 ... Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Town may take over upkeep of park ; The state is asking Skowhegan to maintain a public rest area at the Kennebec's Great Eddy. Edition: Final Section: Local & State Type: News SKOWHEGAN -- The Kennebec River flows ...

A hot team goes cold ; It's enough to make you shiver: USM is 3-2 after 9-0 in Arizona

Apr 01, 2009; ... MIKE LOWE By MIKE LOWE Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 A hot team goes cold ; It's enough to make you shiver: USM is 3-2 after 9-0 in Arizona Byline: MIKE LOWE By MIKE LOWE Staff Writer Edition: Final Section: Sports Type: News SOUTH PORTLAND ...

The boost comes from the boosters ; High schools have to find ways to come up with funds, and booster clubs at some places have come through. Series: SQUEEZE PLAY: THE RECESSION'S IMPACT ON LOCAL SPOR

Apr 01, 2009; ... TOM CHARD By TOM CHARD Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 The boost comes from the boosters ; High schools have to find ways to come up with funds, and booster clubs at some places have come through. Series: SQUEEZE PLAY: THE RECESSION'S IMPACT ON LOCAL SPORTS ...

Pirates' road to the playoffs clearly marked ; Portland controls its destiny as it nears the end of the regular season fighting for a playoff spot.

Apr 01, 2009; ... PAUL BETIT By PAUL BETIT Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Pirates' road to the playoffs clearly marked ; Portland controls its destiny as it nears the end of the regular season fighting for a playoff spot. Byline: PAUL BETIT By PAUL BETIT Staff ...

His power extends far beyond golf

Apr 01, 2009; ... Steve Solloway By Steve Solloway staff writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 His power extends far beyond golf Byline: Steve Solloway By Steve Solloway staff writer Edition: Final Section: Sports Type: News He wins too often, taming a sport that can break ...

Pingree joins campaign finance push ; The Fair Elections Now Act seeks to end any influence that political donors have in congressional elections.

Apr 01, 2009; ... DIETER BRADBURY Political Correspondent Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Pingree joins campaign finance push ; The Fair Elections Now Act seeks to end any influence that political donors have in congressional elections. Byline: DIETER BRADBURY Political ...

Close to Home: Births

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous -- Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Close to Home: Births Byline: Anonymous -- Edition: Coast Section: Local & State Column: Births Type: News Maine Medical Center no longer provides birth announcements for publication.We will ...

MEN'S HOCKEY - NEWHA ECAC EAST/NESCAC ALL-STARS

Apr 01, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 MEN'S HOCKEY - NEWHA ECAC EAST/NESCAC ALL-STARS Byline: Anonymous Edition: FINAL Section: Sports Column: Colleges Type: News MEN'S HOCKEYNEWHA ECAC EAST/NESCAC ALL-STARS Goalies: Cole Anderson, ...

Bridgton Hospital offers free osteoporosis screening [Corrected 04/ 06/09]

Apr 01, 2009; ... Meredith Goad Compiled by Meredith Goad staff writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 Bridgton Hospital offers free osteoporosis screening [Corrected 04/ 06/09] Byline: Meredith Goad Compiled by Meredith Goad staff writer Edition: FINAL Section: Food & ...

A lawyer who won cases and respect [Corrected 04/06/09] ; Colleagues and friends remember Charles Harvey Jr., who died of pancreatic cancer on Feb. 18.

Apr 01, 2009; ... TREVOR MAXWELL By TREVOR MAXWELL Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-01-2009 A lawyer who won cases and respect [Corrected 04/06/09] ; Colleagues and friends remember Charles Harvey Jr., who died of pancreatic cancer on Feb. 18. Byline: TREVOR MAXWELL By TREVOR MAXWELL ...

Chemicals collecting along U.S. coastlines ; Flame retardants recently banned in Maine are found on all U.S. coasts, including in shellfish, testing shows.

Apr 02, 2009; ... JOHN RICHARDSON By JOHN RICHARDSON Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 Chemicals collecting along U.S. coastlines ; Flame retardants recently banned in Maine are found on all U.S. coasts, including in shellfish, testing shows. Byline: JOHN RICHARDSON By JOHN ...

Judge to decide if Hannaford data breach should go to trial ; A ruling on the company's potential liability in the theft of debit and credit card numbers is expected within days.

Apr 02, 2009; ... TREVOR MAXWELL By TREVOR MAXWELL Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 Judge to decide if Hannaford data breach should go to trial ; A ruling on the company's potential liability in the theft of debit and credit card numbers is expected within days. Byline: TREVOR ...

City manager, cops square off on pay freeze ; Federal stimulus money could help avoid officer layoffs, but whether Portland would qualify is unclear.

Apr 02, 2009; ... TOM BELL By TOM BELL Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 City manager, cops square off on pay freeze ; Federal stimulus money could help avoid officer layoffs, but whether Portland would qualify is unclear. Byline: TOM BELL By TOM BELL Staff Writer Edition: ...

Employers look locally ; The number of foreign workers taking seasonal jobs is likely to drop this year.

Apr 02, 2009; ... EDWARD D MURPHY By EDWARD D. MURPHY Staff Writer Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 Employers look locally ; The number of foreign workers taking seasonal jobs is likely to drop this year. Byline: EDWARD D MURPHY By EDWARD D. MURPHY Staff Writer Edition: Final Section: ...

Schools should help prevent dating violence ; Early intervention could stop the development of lifelong patterns and tragic results.

Apr 02, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 Schools should help prevent dating violence ; Early intervention could stop the development of lifelong patterns and tragic results. Byline: Anonymous Edition: FINAL Section: Editorial Column: OUR VIEWS Type: ...

BLAISDELL, JACQUELINE MARIE

Apr 02, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 BLAISDELL, JACQUELINE MARIE Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

BOGART, HELEN JEANNETTE

Apr 02, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 BOGART, HELEN JEANNETTE Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

SALEVSKY, GEORGE H.

Apr 02, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 SALEVSKY, GEORGE H. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: ...

OLSEN, HOMER A.

Apr 02, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 OLSEN, HOMER A. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: ...

BRIAND, ALFRED A. SR.

Apr 02, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 BRIAND, ALFRED A. SR. Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Column: Services and Visiting Hours Type: News BRIAND, ...

FISHERMAN'S LANDING

Apr 02, 2009; ... Anonymous Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 FISHERMAN'S LANDING Byline: Anonymous Edition: Final Section: Local & State Type: News Caption text only. Illustrations/Photos: Caption: Photos by John Patriquin/Staff Photographer A ...

Teamwork helps nab child porn suspect ; Anthony Richards, 33, of Rumford is charged with possession of sexually explicit materials.

Apr 02, 2009 ... Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 Teamwork helps nab child porn suspect ; Anthony Richards, 33, of Rumford is charged with possession of sexually explicit materials. Edition: Final Section: Local & State Type: News State police, Rumford police, the Secret ...

Gaining Mainers by the truckload

Apr 02, 2009; ... Bill Nemitz by Bill Nemitz staff columnist Portland Press Herald (Maine) 04-02-2009 Gaining Mainers by the truckload Byline: Bill Nemitz by Bill Nemitz staff columnist Edition: Final Section: Local & State Type: News Go figure. Despite what you may have heard ...