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Willie Nelson Seeks Support for National Teapot Party Following Recent Possession Arrest

Written on November 28th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

According to the US Border Patrol six ounces of the drug were found on the bus in Sierra Blanca according to the El Paso newspaper. An officer had searched the vehicle after smelling the substance with three people, including Nelson, arrested.

Over 20,000 Mainers Could Lose Unemployment Benefits by End of November

Written on November 23rd, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

If Congress doesn’t extend jobless benefits by the end of November, 21,500 Mainers and 2 million workers across the country who lost their jobs during the recession will face the loss of their unemployment insurance. This government program is an important part of keeping our economy afloat and it would be a disaster for those families facing loss of their benefits and for our nation’s economy if Congress allows the benefits to prematurely expire, especially during the holiday season.

Senators Seek to Boost Government Transparency, Public Interaction

Written on November 19th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Bipartisan E-Rulemaking Act of 2010 Would Improve Rulemaking Process Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee leaders have introduced bipartisan legislation to revamp the process by which the public is [...]

Gardiner City Manager Posts Weekly Report

Written on August 27th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Congratulations to Chuck Applebee, Director of Wastewater and Public Works, for being nominated to serve as the Maine State Director of the New England Water Environment Association. This highly sought after position represents Maine at the New England level regarding wastewater issues. The NEWA executive committee will vote in early September on Chuck’s nomination for this position, which would run through January 2013.

Editorial Comment by Cindy Lougee on Lindsay Who?

Written on July 27th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.one shout

Lindsey who?! I’m sick of the news coverage being given to a spoiled 20 year old! Here are a few 20 year olds worth knowing about!

DEA and State Police Illegally Seize Property from Patients

Written on May 21st, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

It is legal in Maine for qualified medical marijuana patients to grow their own medicine. And Attorney General Eric Holder has directed federal agents not to target patients and health care providers who are in compliance with state law.

Informational Sessions Scheduled on What Healthcare Reform Means to You

Written on May 6th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

To assist you with understanding what this means to you. Spectrum Generations Consumer Information Specialists have scheduled informational sessions across Central and Midcoast Maine at a Spectrum Generations Community Center near you to review the changes to Medicare.

Inside the Tea Party in a Nutshell for Those Who Just Do Not Get It

Written on April 20th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

“Of all tyrannies, a tyranny exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It may be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron’s cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end, for they do so with the approval of their own conscience.” – C.S. Lewis

Maine Maritime Museum recognized by Michelle Obama

Written on February 18th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Museum in Bath is first New England organization named a Preserve America Steward. Maine Maritime Museum was honored recently when Mrs. Michelle Obama, First Lady of the United States, designated [...]

Are You a Job Seeker?

Written on February 10th, 2010 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

The U.S. Census Bureau is offering good-paying, part-time jobs to qualified applicants. To schedule an appointment to take an employment test and submit an application, call 1-866-861-2010. TTY Callers: Please [...]

VA Extends “Agent Orange” Benefits to More Veterans

Written on October 21st, 2009 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

Parkinson’s Disease, Two Other Illnesses Recognized WASHINGTON – Relying on an independent study by the Institute of Medicine (IOM), Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki decided to establish a [...]

Harvard to build mechanical bees?

Written on October 20th, 2009 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

INSPIRED by the biology of a bee and the insect’s hive behavior … Harvard University researchers recently got a $10 million grant to create a colony of flying robotic bees. [...]

Free Benefits Check-up Available at the Muskie Center

Written on October 15th, 2009 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

  Spectrum Generations will be hosting a free Benefits Check-up at its Muskie Center in Waterville on October 20th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.  Benefits Specialists will be on [...]

Obama – Organizing for America National Health Care Forum

Written on August 18th, 2009 by George L. Tibbetts Jr.no shouts

President Obama is holding a live strategy meeting on Thursday at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time for all Organizing for America supporters. I hope you can join us, online or by [...]

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