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Trump spurns science on climate: ‘Don’t think science knows’

By The Associated Press on Sep 14, 2020 05:07 pm
That striking moment came on a day of dueling campaign events, with Trump and Biden dramatically contrasting their outlooks on climate change — and the impact it has had on the record-setting fires ravaging the West Coast.


South Dakota agency: AG reported hitting deer, but hit man

By The Associated Press on Sep 14, 2020 04:25 pm
South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg reported hitting a deer with his car on Saturday night but actually killed a pedestrian whose body was not found until the next day.


Both spending cuts and revenue increases must be considered to balance budget

By The BDN Editorial Board on Sep 14, 2020 04:09 pm
"Increasing revenue — yes, that means raising taxes and fees — must be part of the discussion," the BDN Editorial Board writes.


Crash in Hancock sends 2 to hospital

By Nick Sambides Jr. on Sep 14, 2020 03:54 pm
Two drivers suffered broken bones when a dump truck crossed into the opposite lane and hit a sports utility vehicle in Hancock on Monday.


Gas main break forces closure of Portland street

By Nick Sambides Jr. on Sep 14, 2020 03:27 pm
A gas utility line break forced the closure of a section of Warren Avenue in Portland on Monday.


United Way of Eastern Maine drive-thru food drive Friday

By BDN Community on Sep 14, 2020 02:54 pm
HAMPDEN — Want to safely help our Eastern Maine community battle food insecurity? It’s never  been easier to help give back. United Way of Eastern Maine is hosting a drive-thru […]


Feds to appeal dismissal of blood-alcohol evidence in Acadia manslaughter case

By Bill Trotter on Sep 14, 2020 02:50 pm
U.S. District Judge John Woodcock ruled last month that police violated Manubolu’s civil rights by not first obtaining a search warrant before requiring him to provide a blood sample.


Lincolnville selectman dies after tractor rolls over him

By Nick Sambides Jr. on Sep 14, 2020 02:28 pm
A 64-year-old Lincolnville man who served on that town’s Board of Selectmen for seven years died Sunday evening when the tractor he was driving rolled over onto him.


Astronomers see possible sign of life in Venus’s clouds

By The Associated Press on Sep 14, 2020 02:17 pm
Astronomers have found a potential sign of life high in the atmosphere of neighboring Venus: hints there may be bizarre microbes living in the sulfuric acid-laden clouds of the hothouse planet.


Volunteers go door-to-door to make sure immigrants get tested for coronavirus

By Patty Wight, Maine Public on Sep 14, 2020 01:36 pm
With schools in the Lewiston-Auburn area starting next week, the immigrant community has ramped up efforts to get families tested.


Takeout turkey supper at Frankfort Congregational Church

By BDN Community on Sep 14, 2020 01:34 pm
FRANKFORT — The Frankfort Congregational Church, 42 Main Road South, is holding a takeout turkey supper with all the fixings on Saturday, Sept. 26, beginning at 4:30 p.m. and lasting […]


Turner man blinded in I-95 construction accident has been released from hospital

By Emily Burnham on Sep 14, 2020 01:15 pm
The man is now back in Maine after spending two months in hospitals.


‘40 Days for Life’ vigils planned for Portland, Bangor and Houlton

By BDN Community on Sep 14, 2020 01:05 pm
An internationally coordinated, 40-day campaign that aims to end abortion locally through prayer and fasting, community outreach, and peaceful vigils, will have three sites in Maine from Sept.23 through Nov. […]


Trump knew about the dangers of coronavirus, yet he didn’t act

By Contributed on Sep 14, 2020 12:49 pm
Trump did worse than nothing. He actively allowed the spread of this deadly virus.


NFL warns teams: Follow face covering guidelines to avoid putting season at risk

By The Associated Press on Sep 14, 2020 12:45 pm
Troy Vincent, who oversees the league's football operations, stressed that teams must remain vigilant and disciplined in following the processes and protocols.


Much work remains to tame Maine’s opioid epidemic

By Contributed on Sep 14, 2020 12:42 pm
One overdose death is too many, and we will not give up on Mainers who continue to struggle with this chronic disease.


U.S. Cellular offering in-home high-speed internet service to Maine residents

By BDN Community on Sep 14, 2020 12:32 pm
For families who need reliable internet connectivity for remote learning this school year, U.S. Cellular offers in-home, high-speed internet service in Maine. The service has easy, plug-and-play router installation and […]


Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020: Bates College needs to be stricter, not presidential or unifying, sick of politicians

By Contributed on Sep 14, 2020 12:32 pm
Letters submitted by BDN readers are verified by BDN Opinion Page staff.


How fishermen and lobstermen can apply for federal aid to offset tariff losses

By Jessica Piper on Sep 14, 2020 12:21 pm
The program, called the Seafood Trade Relief Program, provides cash relief to commercial fishermen.


Maj. Gen. Nelson Durgin, former Bangor City Council chair, dies at 83

By Emily Burnham on Sep 14, 2020 12:12 pm
Durgin was a vocal advocate for Maine veterans and for early childhood education.




 

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