Mediation Efforts Fail For Biddeford Teachers
Biddeford teachers rejected the latest contract offer 111 to 0 with four abstentions after school. The proposal featured a base salary of 6800 and unchanged Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits, plus issues over elementary preparation time and staffing of specialized teachers. Superintendent Andrew Frechette awaited board direction on resuming negotiations or moving to fact finding.
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Lawyers Square Off Today in Beach Property Battle
Attorneys for the Pool Beach Association will present arguments to Maine Supreme Court Justice Charles A. Pomeroy this afternoon to prevent Biddeford from exercising any of the disputed rights over the pool beach property.
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Apology Demanded Over Lund Remarks on Public Law Amendment
A Maine NOW group demands an apology from Attorney General Jon Lund after his remarks on sex discrimination and public accommodations under the Public Laws of 1971. The controversy involves tavern access for women and potential restroom sharing questions as lawmakers study apparent conflicts.
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Local Programming Coming to Saco's Cable TV Next Year
Continental Cablevision plans local origination facilities for Saco and Old Orchard Beach within a year with channels for public access municipality and education. FCC rules require three non broadcast channels. Reed seeks community input and possible production facilities at schools.
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Agnew subpoenas newsmen in kickback probe
Vice President Spiro Agnew’s lawyers served subpoenas on reporters from the Washington Star News Washington Post New York Times and New York Daily News to produce records of conversations with official sources about the probe. Time Magazine was asked who wrote or contributed to articles about a Maryland indictment. The judges order allows broad investigative power and sets the hearing at the Baltimore federal courthouse next Thursday. The Times and Post vow to oppose the move as a violation of the First Amendment.
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Do Ice Cream And Liquor Mix In Kennebunkport
Selectmen in Kennebunkport recessed action on Mather's Ice Cream Parlor liquor license after denying a prior application. Applicant Gregory D. Plimpton must provide concrete details on fire protection capacity and floor plans before next Thursday meeting. Local opposition cites potential disturbances grease pollution and desire to avoid another bar in Dock Square.
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Cambodian capital grows into vast refugee camp
The Journal reports Phnom Penh expanding into a major refugee hub as displacement rises. Officials weigh policy changes including possible revisions to wiretap rules. Local observers note escalating humanitarian strain and calls for sharper aid responses.
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Scarborough Beach Identified in State Purchase Talks
State Parks Commissioner Lawrence Stuart says Scarborough Beach, bordered by Jordan Beach, is the large southern Maine beach under negotiation for state purchase or an easement. He notes Sprague Corp owns it and a meeting is being sought to discuss protecting the frontage. Jordan Beach in Scarborough offers 66 feet of untouched shoreline.
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Mayor Braley Seeks Reelection in Saco
Berton K. Braley announced he would seek the Republican endorsement for reelection as mayor of Saco. He took office in June 1972 after a special election to fill the term of resigning Mayor Ar mand Mercier. He highlighted changes including hiring a full time city planner, new bookkeeping practices, a conservation commission, a building inspector, and upgrades to the street department. He said a full time city accountant is expected soon, crediting revenue sharing gains and housing plans for income and elderly residents.
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