New census numbers show that Maine’s population grew by just 2,026 last year, with 1,300 more deaths than births.
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Debbie Reynolds dies at age 84, one day after death of daughter, Carrie Fisher
Reynolds was taken to the hospital Wednesday after suffering a medical emergency. Her son says Fisher’s death Tuesday ‘was too much’ for her.
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Fans create Hollywood Walk of Fame star for Carrie Fisher
Fisher did not have an official star there, but administrators of the Los Angeles tourist attraction are allowing the tribute temporarily to give fans a place to mourn.
Posted inNation & World
Study: Fish oil taken late in pregnancy may cut kids’ asthma risk
It’s not clear why this is so, but one theory is that fish oil lowers inflammation, which can tighten airways.
Posted inBusiness
Heating oil prices climb in Maine
The statewide average cash price is up 8 cents in the last two weeks.
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12 big takeaways from Kerry’s speech on the Mideast peace process
WASHINGTON — Secretary of State John F. Kerry delivered frank remarks on the Middle East peace process at the State Department on Wednesday. Here are excerpts from his speech: On ‘trends on the ground’: “The truth is that trends on the ground – violence, terrorism, incitement, settlement expansion and the seemingly endless occupation – are […]
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NYPD seeks Trump Tower traffic fix as safety jitters, costs loom
The cost of security and its impact on traffic has become a contentious issue between the mayor of the most populous U.S. city and the team supporting the president-elect.
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Kerry says decision to abstain on U.N. vote was ‘in accordance with our values’
The secretary of state addresses the Middle East peace process today amid deep U.S.-Israel strains.
Posted inPolitics
Trump accuses Obama of ‘inflammatory’ roadblocks, ‘disdain’ toward Israel
The president-elect and his team have until now been largely complimentary of the way Obama and his people have handled the transition.
Posted inThe Maine Forecast
Heavy snow heading for Maine’s ski areas, much less expected for the coast
A rapidly developing nor’easter will bring snow, heavy at times to much of the state, with rain an issue along the coast.