Longley budget plan draws rare praise in Maine Legislature
Gov James B Longley proposes a People’s Budget with $6 million tax relief by exempting residential electricity from sales tax and $1.6 million for free drugs for the elderly. Democrats praise the tone while Republicans question revenue sources. Leaders from both parties weigh impact on state spending and inventories tax.
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Snow Emergency Talks in Old Orchard Beach
Old Orchard Beach town council discussed a snow emergency program as snow and a possible storm loom. Council Chairman Richard Marshall noted complaints about road conditions after the last snow, while Town Manager Christopher Kent said salt purchases have doubled though salt is ineffective on ice.
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Plante Applies for Old Orchard Beach Town Manager Job
Jerome Plante joins about 29 applicants for the Old Orchard Beach town manager post to replace Christopher Kent, who departs February 1 or upon successor arrival. Most applicants come from New England, with some from Wyoming Florida and Illinois. Deadline is January 17, and officials expect a decision in two to three weeks. Plante previously acted as town manager from 1975 to 1976 but could not be reached for comment.
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Tucker criticizes centralization at Old Orchard Beach meeting
Councilor Tucker voiced concern over centralized decision making and limited citizen input as the town council considered various needs. He pressed fellow members after Councilor Joseph Mokarzel proposed the approach, leaving Tucker worried about local governance.
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Maine vigilant as 1977 snow storm stays uncertain
The National Weather Service in Portland says today may bring light fluffy snow totaling 2 to 5 inches with a developing low pressure area over Alabama and Mississippi. Its future track will determine weekend conditions, with southern New England at greater risk than Maine depending on the storm's path. Local towns mobilize snow removal as stores sell shovels and ice tools. officials caution not to assume a storm, awaiting the low's trajectory.
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More snow could come with new storm
New Englanders wary of another blizzard as a winter storm watch covers southern New England for tonight and Saturday. The National Weather Service forecast heavy snow in the south with possible rain along the southern coast and interior freezing rain. Icebox cold persisted with 27 below in Houston Maine and subzero readings elsewhere as three major storms since December 29 left much of the region buried in over two feet of snow.
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Almanac entry for January 14 1977 historic notes and births
The notes mark January 14 1977 with planetary listings and Capricorn sign For anniversaries Albert Schweitzer born 1875 The day recalls Henry Ford pioneering the assembly line in 1914 and a 1940 FBI seizure of 18 conspirators in New York City reflecting early wartime policing headlines
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Kissinger Target by Israeli Group in Death Contract
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger is cited as the target of a $150,000 contract for death by a radical Israeli group seeking revenge for his Mideast diplomacy. President Ford awarded Kissinger the Medal of Freedom for his contributions to U.S. security and peace.
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Today's Chuckle Cartoons and Classifieds Run in Maine News
A compact page from Maine News features light humor with a chuckle cartoon panel and a variety of classified items. The page also includes a crossword puzzle, Dear Abby advice column, editorials, and a horoscope section reflecting the newspaper’s early 20th century voice and local flavor.
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Nondrinking physicians called dry docs debate
In today’s Journal a note on doctors who avoid alcohol references the term dry docs as a label for physicians who abstain. The piece discusses culture, health implications, and professional attitudes toward drinking among medical staff.
Markets Say no price war
Markets debate the shift to everyday pricing as Shaw's and Hannaford roll out new pricing. Executives from both chains downplay a price war, noting meets and broader weekly specials alongside ongoing promotions at Martin's and First National. Consumers may still shop a single store for overall value.
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Kennebunk Main St to get shade from trees
Kennebunk joins a McDonald’s bicentennial tree planting program that awarded 5200 to 52 Maine towns for 200th birthday celebrations. As the town conservation commission ponders tree placement, residents, led by Betty Joyce, dream of trees along Main Street.
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