Maine did have three ‘Bs’ and one ‘C’ hospital, but of the 50 states, only Massachusetts performed as well as Maine.
Jessica Hall
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Many want mortgage deduction to survive
Losing it would chill home building and remodeling and slow sales of vacation homes in Maine, observers say.
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Portland gives troops a red, white and blue salute
Friends of the Eastern Promenade decorate the bandstand at Fort Allen Park in patriotic colors to honor American troops through the holidays.
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In Alton, a murder, a suicide, a mystery
State police are trying to determine whether the third victim shot himself or was shot by his friend.
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Black Friday lures more shoppers but they spend less than last year
Their focus on deeply discounted door-buster items sends sales down 1.8 percent from 2011.
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One teen dead, another injured in Naples crash
Police say the car failed to negotiate a curve and hit a tree.
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In Maine, Black Friday a major success
At the Maine Mall, more stores than ever open their doors at midnight Thursday, welcoming a scene that’s ‘totally crazy.’
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Black Friday kicks off with long lines, big crowds
Retailers make more than 30 percent of their annual sales during the holiday season.
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‘Shopping small’ means brisk business – for Main Street
After Black Friday, a promotional effort urges consumers to spend in support of ‘local job creators.’
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Bankruptcy judge approves quick closing of Hostess
In Maine, 500 people are losing their jobs, but suitors are lining up to buy and reopen the bakeries.