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Saturday, November 7, 2009

Gregory Rec/Staff Photographer Dentists go the extra smile
Two dozen of them and their hygienists provide free care to the poor, treating up to 700 people who lack insurance.

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Suspect in base killings said his goodbyes
Maj. Nidal Hasan, who relatives say felt harassed because of his Muslim faith, gave out his things before the Fort Hood rampage.

Fort Hood rampage deepens Muslims' fear of 'guilt by association'

Hampden soldier will be helping at Fort Hood
Spc. Travis Boudreau, stationed in Texas, is proud to do extra duty on funeral details, his mother says.

Joblessness surge signals darker future
October's 10.2 percent rate triggers revised forecasts that unemployment will peak at 11 percent in mid-2010.

Taught-to-kids tactic a spoiler for gay marriage
Political consultants realized the threat would win votes in California, then brought the strategy to Maine.

Cianbro's 'Bud' Cianchette dies at 83
The co-founder who led the growth of the Maine company also was a horse breeder and supporter of harness racing.

Man's death is second in Maine from swine flu
The Penobscot County resident had other medical conditions, as did the first state victim, from York County.

Award recognizes the visionary behind the brush
Painter Evelyn Dunphy of West Bath is honored for her work protecting Maine's wilderness.

$1.2 million stadium renovation unveiled
Thornton Academy has raised $523,374 for the privately funded project, set for completion in 2011.

Dispatches

Rocker will try being symphony's front man
Peter Wolf, former J. Geils Band singer, says his role in Portland is not a stretch.

Feature Obituary: Erla Davis, 71, dedicated social worker, rights advocate

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Convicted murderer Okie asks high court for new trial

Sonar scan of Cobscook Bay may point to wrecked boats
The focus is on two areas where sonar showed 'something unnatural.'

Saco seeks screen saver
The iconic drive-in is looking for a new operator

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Trade tensions rise for China, U.S.
The economic powers are in an ongoing battle, with accusations of unfair practices, such as product dumping and protectionism.

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