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Can't you practice someplace else? 5/16/2008 11:47:10 AM
Notes on the plight of the tenant-musician
This article originally appeared in the May 16, 1978 issue of the Boston Phoenix.

Mastering the masterpieces 5/16/2008 1:47:33 PM
Boston Ballet takes on Balanchine, Tudor, and Tharp
It’s not exactly a trip down Memory Lane, but this weekend Boston Ballet is revisiting some pieces and choreographers it hasn’t performed in the Mikko Nissinen era.

BIW Union Approves New Contract Sun, 18 May 2008 15:16:39 EDT
Members of the biggest union at Bath Iron Works approved a new contract that gives them increased pension contributions.

York Voters Reject Toll Plaza Relocation Sun, 18 May 2008 13:16:14 EDT
The turnout was heavy for a nonbinding referendum on a proposal to relocate the York toll plaza.

Winning Megabucks Ticket Sold In Eastern Maine Sun, 18 May 2008 08:48:57 EDT
The winning jackpot ticket in the Tri-State Megabucks lottery was sold in the eastern Maine town of Lubec.

Maine Green Independent Party Holds Annual State Convention Sun, 18 May 2008 08:27:58 EDT
The Maine Green Independent Party hold its annual state convention Sunday in Yarmouth to apportion delegates to the national Green Party convention in Chicago. s

Click It Or Ticket Safety Campaign Resumes Sun, 18 May 2008 08:20:23 EDT
Police hope to encourage seatbelt usage by cracking down on people who don't buckle up.

Training Session Turns Real For Civil Air Patrol Sun, 18 May 2008 08:21:22 EDT
The Civil Air Patrol responds to an emergency beacon received during a training exercise.

Casco Woman Charged With Stabbing Her Boyfriend Sun, 18 May 2008 08:21:57 EDT
Bail is set at $15,000 for a Casco woman accused of stabbing her boyfriend in the stomach.

Woman Sentenced For Stealing $538K From Store Sat, 17 May 2008 09:01:19 EDT
A Yarmouth woman is sentenced to two years in prison for stealing more than $500,000 from a natural foods store where she worked.

'Prince Caspian' Tops Box Office With $57M Sun, 18 May 2008 16:01:11 EDT
"Prince Caspian," the "Chronicles of Narnia" sequel, rules the box office with a $57 million take.

Cannes Gives 'Indy' Luke-Warm Reception Sun, 18 May 2008 14:38:24 EDT
The latest chapter in the "Indiana Jones" saga earns a respectful -- though far from glowing -- reception at the Cannes Film Festival.

E. coli Concerns Lead To Beef Recall Sun, 18 May 2008 13:40:24 EDT
Federal officials say a Chicago-based company is recalling beef products distributed in 11 states because of possible E. coli contamination.

Search For Quake Survivors Growing Bleak Sun, 18 May 2008 15:36:42 EDT
Rescue efforts in China's disaster zone following Monday's quake have shifted toward recovering bodies.

Ohio Northern University Awards Dog A Degree Sun, 18 May 2008 12:18:18 EDT
A well-trained golden retriever will receive a bachelor's degree from Ohio Northern University on Sunday along with the rest of the graduating class.

China Suspends Torch Relay For 3 Days Sun, 18 May 2008 08:40:17 EDT
China is suspending the Olympic torch relay for three days as part of a national mourning for earthquake victims.

Simpson, Wentz Have 'Wonderland' Wedding Sun, 18 May 2008 10:17:35 EDT
Singer Ashlee Simpson exchanges vows with musician Pete Wentz in a fairy tale wedding complete with an "Alice in Wonderland"-themed reception.

Queen's Grandson Marries In Royal Wedding Sun, 18 May 2008 12:42:11 EDT
The eldest grandson of Queen Elizabeth II marries his Canadian fiancee Saturday in a private ceremony at Windsor Castle.

Police: Man Shoots 3 Outside SoCal Church Sat, 17 May 2008 15:07:41 EDT
A man with a rifle opens fire at a festival outside a Southern California church, wounding three people.

Train Derails In La.; Residents Evacuated Sat, 17 May 2008 14:40:11 EDT
Six rail cars have derailed in southern Louisiana, with two cars leaking hydrochloric acid and forcing police to evacuate thousands of residents within a one-mile radius of the accident.

News 8 NOW 4 P.M. Weathercast Sun, 18 May 2008 16:14:58 EDT
Here's the latest weather forecast from the News 8 First Warning Weather team.

Memorial Service Honors Bob Dyk Sun, 18 May 2008 08:17:21 EDT
Long-time News 8 reporter and anchor Bob Dyk was remembered Saturday with a memorial service in Portland. News 8 photojournalist Sean Guiggey was there.

News 8 NOW 10 P.M. Newscast Sun, 18 May 2008 08:18:15 EDT
Here's a look at the latest news headlines from News 8.

News 8 NOW 7 P.M. Newscast Sat, 17 May 2008 18:54:11 EDT
Here's a look at the latest news headlines from News 8.

Training With The Maine Civil Air Patrol Sun, 18 May 2008 08:25:38 EDT
The Maine Civil Air Patrol is vital to search and rescue efforts. News 8's Jim Keithley caught up with them for some special training.

Toll Plaza Construction Up For Vote Sat, 17 May 2008 10:53:51 EDT
Voters in York will go to the polls to send a message to the Maine Turnpike Authority about a proposal to move a toll plaza into a residential neighborhood. News 8's Jim Keithley reports.

Missing Lobsterman's Body Recovered Sat, 17 May 2008 10:44:14 EDT
A psychic contacted the Maine Marine Patrol to help locate the body of a lobsterman who was lost at sea. News 8's Jon Camp reports.

Big Brown Wins Preakness Sat, 17 May 2008 22:05:37 EDT
Big Brown wins the Preakness Stakes, taking another stride toward the Triple Crown. Slideshow | Survey

Huskies Keep Season Alive Sat, 17 May 2008 18:48:52 EDT
USM Baseball Team Wins at NCAA Tournament

Fans' Choice Kahne Wins All-Star Race Sun, 18 May 2008 09:13:24 EDT
Kasey Kahne technically wasn't eligible to run NASCAR's All-Star race. That didn't stop him from stealing the $1 million prize.

Saudi Oil Boost Not Solution, Bush Says Sat, 17 May 2008 10:53:39 EDT
President George W. Bush says that the Saudis' higher oil production is "something but it doesn't solve our problem."

Congress Tries To Tackle High Gas Prices Sat, 17 May 2008 20:42:08 EDT
With the average price of of gasoline approaching $4 a gallon, Congress is planning more hearings next week to discuss the problem.

Texas Seafood Company Shut Down Amid Recall Sat, 17 May 2008 08:14:40 EDT
Federal health authorities are ordering a Texas company to recall its dried smoked catfish steaks and other smoked seafood. Dealing With Recalls | Survey

York Toll Plaza Gets Thumbs Down Sun, 18 May 2008 15:47:03 GMT
York (NEWS CENTER) - People cast their vote on a proposal to relocate the Turnpike toll plaza.

Fire Breaks Out At Westbrook Housing Complex Sun, 18 May 2008 01:13:33 GMT
WESTBROOK (NEWS CENTER) - 150 people had to be evacauted from the Mill Brook Estates Housing Complex late Saturday morning.

One Person Taken To Hospital After Stabbing In Casco Sun, 18 May 2008 01:13:44 GMT
CASCO (NEWS CENTER) - The Cumberland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a stabbing.

BIA Holds Disaster Drill Sun, 18 May 2008 01:13:53 GMT
BANGOR (NEWS CENTER) -- Emergency crews in the Bangor area played out a worst case scenario in a disaster drill.

Boaters Learn Safety Tips At Open House Sun, 18 May 2008 01:19:17 GMT
PORTLAND (NEWS CENTER) -- With Memorial Day weekend just a week away, a lot of people are getting their boats out into the water.

Maine Man Sentenced In Teenager's Alcohol Death Sun, 18 May 2008 01:19:28 GMT
AUBURN (AP) -- An Auburn man has been sentenced to four years in prison for providing liquor to a teenager who died after gulping down most of a bottle of vodka.

Bob Dyk Remembered Sun, 18 May 2008 02:05:42 GMT
PORTLAND(NEWS CENTER) Friends and family turned out Saturday to remember legendary reporter Bob Dyk who died of complications from lung cancer in March.

Valuable Lessons In Parent Teen Driving Challenge Sun, 18 May 2008 01:18:43 GMT
AUGUSTA (NEWSCENTER) -- Its all about practice. And patience. When a teenager gets their license, its a big deal. But for parents it can be a big worry.

UMaine System Trustees To Set Tuition Rates Sun, 18 May 2008 14:19:08 GMT
PRESQUE ISLE (AP) -- University of Maine System trustees open a two-day meeting today to set the annual budget, tuition rates and campus fees for the next academic year.

Northern Maine Sawmill To Reopen Sun, 18 May 2008 01:19:54 GMT
NASHVILLE PLANTATION (AP) -- Forty-five employees will return to work early next month when the J.D. Irving Forest Products sawmill reopens nearly four months after shutting down.

Flood Assistance In Maine Expanded To Penobscot County Sun, 18 May 2008 01:20:06 GMT
PORTLAND (AP) -- Responding to Maine's spring flooding, President Bush has expanded his disaster declaration to include Penobscot County.

Maine Green Party Holds State Convention Sun, 18 May 2008 21:29:06 GMT
YARMOUTH (NEWS CENTER) -- The Maine Green Party met in Yarmouth for its annual convention. This year the state party wants to send a strong delegation to the national convention which will be held in Chicago this July.

First Epilepsy Walk In Maine Sun, 18 May 2008 21:10:00 GMT
More than 200 people hit the streets of Saco Sunday morning for the first Maine walk for Epilepsy.

Winning Jackpot Megabucks Ticket Sold In Eastern Maine Sun, 18 May 2008 14:15:52 GMT
LUBEC (AP) -- The winning jackpot ticket in the Tri-State Megabucks lottery was sold in the eastern Maine town of Lubec.

Walkers Raise Money For Cancer This Weekend Sun, 18 May 2008 00:21:32 GMT
BRUNSWICK (NEWS CENTER) -- The American Cancer Society held its Cancer Walk Relay at Brunswick High School this weekend.

911 Service Is Back In Business Sat, 17 May 2008 21:05:22 GMT
(NEWS CENTER) The 911 service areas covered by the Cumberland County Sheriff's Dept., the Bridgton Police Dept., and the Gorham Police Dept. had some difficulties with the 911 emergency line earlier today.

Weather May Be Iffy, But Big Crowds Are Likely At 12-Mile Yard Sale Sat, 17 May 2008 15:53:30 GMT
SKOWHEGAN, Maine (AP) -- The weather may be iffy this weekend, but bargain hunters are sure to be out in force at the 25th annual 12-mile yard sale that runs from Skowhegan to Cornville.

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