The cannon from the HMS Boxer will be part of the Maine Maritime Museum’s exhibition marking bicentennial of the War of 1812.
Edward D. Murphy
Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.
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Old Orchard Beach, library officials split over finances
Libby Memorial Library trustees are unhappy with the town manager’s plan to take over its accounts.
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Radio jamming worries York County rescue units
Someone is intentionally interfering with public safety transmissions in several York County towns, putting lives at risk, officials say.
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In Maine, Obama raises 10 times more than Romney
Experts say the latest campaign finance data suggest Maine may have a bigger impact through fundraising than as a swing state.
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Kayaker took precautions before accident
Steven Langlais of New Gloucester died from accidental drowning, officials said Thursday.
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Donations roll in to save Brown Medals
The tradition that dates to 1865 at Portland High was out of funds and unable to present this year’s awards.
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Cape council takes lead on deciding library plan
Members plan to get the public heavily involved, but they intend to make the call on the costly expansion themselves.
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In Maine, a kayaker’s final Facebook post
Remembered as a man who cherished friends and family, Steven Langlais stayed in touch long into the voyage that would eventually claim his life.
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Five Teacher of the Year semifinalists selected
The field will be narrowed to three finalists and then a winner will be selected in August or September, the Maine Department of Education says.
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Best Buy to shut Biddeford store
Employees are told Saturday the store will close for good May 12 as the company restructures.