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Jan. 4, 1978: Mayor Frank Wilson promises to fix up Hallowell’s streets during the fiscal year, Gardiner’s city manager to receive four weeks severance pay, and average gas prices now 61.8 cents nationwide
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Jan. 3, 1985: Boy lost in woods with dog for hours last May bitten severely by same dog, and chimney fire damages two Benton homes
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6 Maine-made non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy for Dry January
Giving up alcohol doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice delicious flavor.
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Here’s what you need to know about bird flu
There have been no human cases reported yet in Maine, and 66 cases across the U.S., according to the CDC.
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Jan. 2, 1997: Fireworks & fun mark start of Augusta’s bicentennial celebration, two local police chief’s wish for ‘good new year’, and Maine Yankee battles with state
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Some critters would love to snack on your Christmas tree
For those who keep animals — wild or domestic — the second life of a Christmas tree can provide shelter, snacks or enrichment.
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Jan. 1, 1980: No 1980’s babies born yet in Waterville-area, Lakewood Theater’s application for funding rejected, and families join Salvation Army in welcoming 1980
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Dec. 31, 1994: Seafood fans eagerly await Red Lobster restaurant in Augusta, incoming councilor in Gardiner will listen to her people, and meet this Hallowell librarian and her 1-woman show
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Dec. 29, 2003: Check out this Whitefield home that’s powered by solar, wood, and ideas, and Children’s Center of Augusta officials ask county for long lease
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