Weather outlook Maine New Hampshire Vermont fair to clear
Forecast covers Maine New Hampshire and Vermont with partly clear tonight and lows in the 30s to 40s. Thursday brings partial sun with highs in the 50s to 60s and a chance of showers in the north. North areas may reach upper 60s. frost possible in the south.
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Maine Governor weighs tax cut amid spending trends
Gov Longley debates reducing taxes as total state spending rose 6 percent to 756 million last year. He notes the general fund 43 percent of spending and says income tax cut may not be needed though he opposes further tax increases. The 1976 fiscal year marks his first full year in office.
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Board Denies Art Teacher Time Expansion Request
Athletics members Wilfrid Pombriant and Robert LaBranche supported the proposal while Raynald Goulet did not attend. The board voted not to change from half-time to 3/5 time for an elementary art position despite Margaret Wilson's request to extend, citing her 16 hours 55 minutes contract and a $780 extra cost. Goulet, LaBranche, and Pombriant opposed, with O'Neill noting similar future requests possible.
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City Council Approves Airport Parcel Purchase and Police Upgrades
City Council approves $25,000 for a 25 acre parcel near the airport for a new public works facility and $38,000 for garage architectural work by Jevens Architects. Title clearance is still needed on the Rey airport purchase from Rita Ro. A petition from Biddeford Pool residents seeks better police protection to curb drag racing and noisy mufflers. bids for two new police cruisers will be sought.
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United Nations Urges 1975 International Women's Year
A United Nations resolution calls for observance of International Women's Year in 1975. It urges IWY committees worldwide to promote gender equality, development, and peace through coordinated action and events.
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Biddeford police promotions row fuels union grievance
The grievance centers on exam based promotions for sergeant and lieutenant after a 1973 Sanford exam. Chief Morin notes hiring and promotion previously rested with the police chief and the board. Morin, hired in 1974, describes turnover and pay gaps with Sanford and Augusta.
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Food prices rise as inflation continues through 1977
The Agriculture Department projects food prices may rise 3 to 4 percent through June 1977. Sugar producers expect higher prices after a tripling of foreign sugar taxes. Milk price supports will impact consumers while August CPI rose five tenths of a cent and annual inflation runs near 6 percent. The White House aims to keep inflation in check ahead of the presidential debate.
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K bank school trims hazing and expands programs at KHS
Principal Trask outlines efforts to reduce student anxiety by banning initiation rites and boosting academics. Renovations add a larger library, new language courses, math and science improvements, and open enrollment debates. Vocational demand strains facilities as the district weighs comprehensive education versus traditional tracks.
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Transfer Ordered in Kennebunk Failure to Disperse Case
Thirteen defendants charged with failure to disperse after a Kennebunk fracas last month have been transferred to York County Superior Court. The group includes Michael Cushing, Steven Davis, Raymond Francoeur, Lloyd Perry, Shawn Brennan, Mark Ruest, Scott Brooks, Scott Hamilton, Rusty McKay, Dawn Shuffleburg, Paul Lovejoy, Jeffrey McInnis, and Roger Platt. Police say about 70 to 80 youths hurled objects and harassed officers at a Route 35 residence following loud music complaints.
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Manchester teachers union head expects wage boost
The Manchester Education Association plans renewed wage talks after teachers refused an immediate 100 dollar raise and a 200 dollar January increase on a base 8350. They halted classes delaying the school opening while Judge Richard Dunfey warned of arrest for defying the order.
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