Buxton Obituary Florence Lane 100 Portland resident
Florence Elizabeth Lane of Buxton died July 26 at Seaside Nursing and Retirement Home in Portland at age 100. Born December 5, 1906, she worked as a secretary, tour organizer, and with several Portland firms. She was active in local clubs and art, studied painting with Roger Deering, and is survived by relatives. Graveside service Wednesday at South Buxton Cemetery. Memorials to the American Cancer Society.
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Kennebunkport
Howard P. Lane
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Mark
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Maine
Seattle civic pioneer Jack Fearey, 84, dies after illness
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The Navy weighs fast tracking the DDG 1000 lead ship production at Bath Iron Works to reduce a looming workload gap as Ingalls also builds ships. The plan aims to stabilize the workforce, benefiting both Bath and Ingalls, though no final decision or timetable is set.
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DeMartini
Red fox sightings rise in northern New England
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Card of Thanks for Yvonne M. Gagne
The family thanks the nurses and doctors of Southern Maine Medical Center for care and kindness and expresses gratitude to relatives and friends for sympathy during a difficult time.
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Historians battle to shield New England stone walls
Historians, officials, geologists, and conservationists unite to curb thefts and legal dismantling of New England stone walls. They push for stronger enforcement and preservation incentives as walls face desecration from theft and landscaping removal. Connecticut lawmakers increased penalties in 2006, while towns like Smithfield offer tax relief to preserve walls pre 1900.
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