Starting pitching defines loss Sep 23, 2009
"Thinking back to the last series last year when we had clinched and [the Brewers] were trying to clinch, the crowd was electric, and that's kind of what you hope for in September." Prince Fielder hit his 41st home run and notched his 129th RBI leading off the second inning, but that was all for the Brewers against Cubs starter Randy Wells (11-9), who allowed that lone run on seven hits in six innings to avenge a loss to Bush five days earlier. The Brewers' bullpen spared further embarrassment... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Dodgers pound Lincecum, Giants Sep 21, 2009
Reds 8, Marlins 1: At Cincinnati, Corky Miller hit a rare home run to back Kip Wells' strong pitching and Cincinnati gained a split of its four-game series against Florida. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Monday, September 21, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sen. Jehlen hosts summit on impaired driving Sep 21, 2009
Resident Pat Wells said that although she will probably be relinquishing her license in the near future, she doesn t appreciate the stereotypical manner in which younger people, even those in law enforcement, view elderly drivers. I was in an accident in which I was less than 50 percent at fault, she said. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Fielder eyeing Brewers' RBI record Sep 19, 2009
88) vs. Cubs (Randy Wells, 10-9, 3. 06), 7:05 p.m. CT. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Lost seasons Sep 18, 2009
The Cubs lose 12 of their next 16 games, as young pitchers Randy Wells and Jeff Samardzija, among others, get roughed up. Starter Carlos Zambrano (back spasms) returns from the disabled list, but he gives up eight earned runs in 4 innings in his first start in 24 days. (USA Today -- Sports)
Modification of troubled mortgages on slow pace Sep 10, 2009
Wells Fargo has added 4,600 workers to help with modifications this year. "We're very focused on ramping up the program," says Mike Heid, co-president. (USA Today -- Money)
Cora providing sage advice to Pelfrey Sep 6, 2009
CHC: RHP Randy Wells (10-7, 2. 90 ERA) Wells finally gained his 10th victory in his most recent start, against the Astros on Tuesday at Wrigley Field, to become the first Cubs rookie to reach double-digit victories since 1998, when Kerry Wood won 13 games ... Wells allowed one unearned run on seven hits and struck out four in 6 2/3 innings. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Maine announces meetings for ocean energy demo sites Aug 28, 2009
Compared to almost every other coastal state, Maine has very deep water, close to shore, and within state waters," said Dr. Robert Marvinney, state geologist in the Department of Conservation. "Plus we have three excellent, deep-water ports for shipping, making us the ideal testing ground for deep-water wind power. Maine has a unique and basic competitive advantage no other state can match. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Obituaries 8/25/09 (434) Aug 27, 2009
Henson was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Barbara Henson; and sister, Blanche Wells. Suvivors include three sons, Aren Dwayne Henson of Lake City, Doyle Albert Henson and Tracy Dale Henson, both of Jonesboro; four daughters, Carmelita Herndon and Kimberly Annette Roberts, both of Jonesboro, Stacy Gayle Henderson of Paragould and Mandy Foster of Lake City; one brother, Bobby Henson of Mountain Home; 18 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Hurricane Wave Pulls 20 to Sea in Maine... Aug 24, 2009
Red flags were posted on all the beaches in Biddeford, Kennebunk, Old Orchard Beach, Ogunquit, Saco, Wells, and York. Access to Camp Ellis in Saco was restricted, police said. (The Drudge Report)
EPA signs off on no-discharge zone in Maine Aug 20, 2009
Thank goodness we cut the pastry in half first. The inside was bright blue with mold. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Keeping score around New England Aug 20, 2009
N.H. surprise Team New Hampshire used a final-round comeback to end Connecticut s five-year run at the New England Junior Championship, winning by five strokes at Old Marsh Country Club in Wells, Maine. Nick Fairweather finished third to lead New Hampshire; Maine s Seth Sweet was the individual champion, winning by five strokes with rounds of 72-79-71. (Boston Globe)
Insider: Think before you drink Aug 15, 2009
The pro-tap water contingent purports that bottled water is not tested thus making it much less safe to drink than water from your own kitchen tap and that water retrieved from municipal and even many private wells has a rigorous testing protocol that keeps the water safe and allows citizens to have access to information on just what they are drinking. Of course, the bottled water association disagrees. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Transcript of Q&A Aug 12, 2009
I'm Jackie Millet (phonetic) and I'm from Wells, Maine, and my Question is, I am presently on Medicare and I do have a supplement. But if something happens to my husband, I lose the supplement. (Boston Globe)
Transcript of Obama health care forum 08/11/2009 Aug 12, 2009
" I am not in favor of that. So just I want to -- (applause.) I want to clear the air here. Now, in fairness, the underlying argument I think has to be addressed, and that is people's concern that if we are reforming the health care system to make it more efficient, which I think we have to do, the concern is that somehow that will mean rationing of care, right? -- that somehow some government bureaucrat out there will be saying, well, you can't have this test or you can't have this procedure... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Energy West, Incorporated Announces New Holding Company Structure and Name 'Energy, Inc.' Aug 4, 2009
The company also has a majority ownership interest in 160 natural gas producing wells and gas gathering assets. In addition, the company owns the Shoshone interstate and the Glacier gathering pipelines located in Montana and Wyoming. (PR Newswire)
Sales taxes drive neighbors to N.H. Aug 3, 2009
She said she has set a goal of getting 4,000 signatures in Kittery, Eliot, York, the Berwicks, Ogunquit and Wells "and we're going to do it. Easy. Once people really understand what's going on here, they can't wait to sign up.". State Rep. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Backward Glances Jul 30, 2009
James Souza, captain of the 1929 Hudson High football team, was appointed a second lieutenant in the C.M.T.C. at Camp Devens Dean Holmes played a trumpet solo at the Memorial Congregational Church, South Sudbury, accompanied at the organ by his sister, Brida Holmes At Moulton s field baseball game, St. Michael s Altar Boys beat the Fairbanks News Boys Hall s Clothing Store, 20 Washington St. received a contract to furnish uniform shirts for all employees of Boston, Worcester & New York... (Hudson Sun, MA)
Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Cruise, Mel Gibson shoot films close to Seacoast Jul 26, 2009
Directed by: John Wells. Filming locations: Boston, Lynn, Marblehead, Mass. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Deeds recorded July 6-10, 2009 in Volusia Jul 26, 2009
US Bank National Association, Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust 2005 8 and Wells Fargo Bank to Anthony and Beverly Conklin, lots 12, Kepler Acres, $108,000 ... Wells Fargo Bank, Barclays Capital Real Estate Inc. and Homeq Servicing to James and Yu Sun Padgette, lot 3, block 3, Lantern Park, Unit 1, $110,000. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Some small businesses still struggle to get financing Jul 22, 2009
While Wells Fargo and Wachovia are now merged, data received from the SBA broke out their figures separately. Data were not adjusted to account for any mergers in this case. (USA Today -- Money)
Donut shop holds charity summer barbecues Jul 21, 2009
Cookie Banfield, left, Rocky Furman, center, and Bill DiNardo load a grill with chicken during an evening summer barbecue on July 15, 2009, at Congdons Doughnuts in Wells, Maine ... WELLS, Maine The scent of a classic barbecue isnt typically associated with donuts, but at one local restaurant this summer the connection will be clear ... Upcoming dinners will be held for the Masons on July 22, Wells High School Alumni Association on July 29, Knights of Columbus on Aug. 5, Juvenile Diabetes... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Catching a wave year-round in the Pine Tree State Jul 19, 2009
Travel from York and Wells to Kennebunk and beyond and one encounters many surfing outposts - well-known and populated beaches and the small businesses that support the burgeoning scene here. One is Liquid Dreams in Ogunquit, which I visited during a swap. (Boston Globe)
NH teen found dead in Maine motel Jul 17, 2009
WELLS, Maine (AP) -- A New Hampshire teenager has been found dead in a Maine motel and a Massachusetts man is facing alcohol-related charges in connection with the death. Wells police say they found the body of 19-year-old Brian Devanney of Plaistow, N.H., at the Seacoast Motel after receiving a 911 call Wednesday morning. (Concord Monitor)
Lawn mowing neighbor arrested on marijuana charges Jul 17, 2009
WELLS, Maine -- A Wells man arrested earlier this month for allegedly mowing a neighbors law while drunk was arrested less than a week later on charges he violated his bail conditions. Michael E. Goode, 57, of 388 Lindsey Road, was arrested at his home July 12 on a charge of violation of conditions of release after a bail check by Wells police found him in possession of marijuana, according to Police Chief Jo-Ann Putnam. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Maine warns drivers of turtles Jul 13, 2009
WELLS, Maine - Maine drivers are being warned about some slow-moving traffic turtles ... WMTW-TV reports the signs are going up at some of the busiest turtle crossings in Wells, South Berwick and York. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
WCHA Releases Men's Composite Schedule for 2009-10 as Association Marks 58th Season Jul 11, 2009
on Dec. 29-30 (with Cornell, Maine and Princeton); Denver will host the Wells Fargo Denver Cup at Magness Arena on Jan. 1-2 (with Boston College, Nebraska Omaha and St. Lawrence); Michigan Tech will host the Great Lakes Invitational at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit on Dec. 29-30 (with Michigan, Michigan State and Rensselaer); Minnesota will host the Dodge Holiday Classic at Mariucci Arena on Jan. 2-3 (with Bowling Green, Clarkson and Northern Michigan); Minnesota Duluth will play in the Sheraton/TD... (Wcha.com)
Mass. man arrested after car chase ends in Wells Harbor Jul 10, 2009
man arrested after car chase ends in Wells Harbor ... Courtesy photo A car that allegedly drove straight into Wells harbor at the end of a police chase is retreived from the water ... WELLS Police said they pulled a Massachusetts man from a sinking car in Wells Harbor on Tuesday after a chase that ended when he drove off the public boat launch. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Police seek man suspected of lewd acts in occupied hotel rooms Jul 10, 2009
At the hotel Monday morning, Ogunquit police and a K-9 with the Wells Police Department were not able to locate the individual in question. York police also assisted at the scene. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Real ID compliance score card Jul 10, 2009
Federal Computer Week will present the Office of Personnel Managements Dan Green, Marie LEtoile and Dr. Kim Wells in an eSeminar at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, where they will discuss the implications telework has for businesses, agencies and employees. Current issue of FCW. (FCW.com)
Police chase ends when car drives into Wells Harbor Jul 8, 2009
WELLS, Maine -- Police pulled a Massachusetts man from a sinking car in Wells Harbor on Tuesday after he drove the vehicle down the public boat launch, ending a police chase, according to police Chief Jo-Ann Putnam ... Police had been on the lookout for the man and had located him near a Wells residence they were investigating, they said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Names & Faces Jul 5, 2009
PORTSMOUTH Wells Fargo Advisors welcomes Ken White, vice president of investments and financial advisor, to its One Harbor Place office. - 5/17/2009. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Honors & Recognition Jul 5, 2009
WELLS The following students were named to the dean's list at York County Community College for academic achievement demonstrated by earning ... WELLS Last month, York County Community College held the induction ceremony of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, which honored. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Fallon Cancer Cluster Jul 5, 2009
The groundwater in the area flows away from town and is in a different aquifer than those used by the city and by private wells. Because of the large agricultural community, pesticides also have been a concern. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
Releases/Features Jul 5, 2009
com to Showcase Entire NCAA Div. I Men's Ice Hockey Championships, Hobey Baker Award Show and Skills Challenge - Fighting Sioux Upend Top-Seeded Colorado College in Third Place Game at 2008 Red BaronTM WCHA Final Five - Hoeffel, Kangas Lead Gophers Past CC in OT - Minnesota State, Minnesota Duluth to Serve as Hosts of WCHA's Inaugural State of Minnesota College Hockey Showcase - Denver Tops Sioux on Maiani's Late Goal to Gain Final Five final - Minnesota Beats St. Cloud State on Last-Minute Goal... (Wcha.com)
Kennebunkport Jul 5, 2009
WELLS -- A half dozen wildlife activists including one wearing a raccoon costume stood holding signs in front of the Rachel Carson Federal. - 7/3/2009. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Breaking News Jul 5, 2009
WELLS, Maine -- A protest over predators -- including raccoons and skunks -- being euthanized to save piping plovers will begin at 9:30 a.m. July 4 in front of the Rachel Carson Federal Wildlife Refuge on Route 9 in Wells. - 7/2/2009. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
York County Coast Star Jul 5, 2009
WELLS Assurance that residents are protected in case of large-scale water extraction was a major discussion point at a June 24 meeting of the Ordinance Review Committee ... WELLS A working World War I hand grenade found Friday, June 26 in a Wells couple's home was secured and deactivated by the Maine State Police Bomb Squad ... The Maine Department of Education sent checks totaling nearly $24 million to school districts in the state June 23, but while the Wells-Ogunquit Community School District... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Beachgoers warned to steer clear of seabirds Jul 4, 2009
The birds are nesting on Wells Beach, Ogunquit Beach, Crescent Surf Beach in Kennebunk. They're also on Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport, Goosefare Brook in Saco, Western Beach and Higgins Beach in Scarborough, Seawall Beach in Phippsburg and Reid State Park in Georgetown. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Plover-related protest scheduled for Saturday Jul 3, 2009
WELLS, Maine -- A protest over predators -- including raccoons and skunks -- being euthanized to save piping plovers will begin at 9:30 a.m. July 4 in front of the Rachel Carson Federal Wildlife Refuge on Route 9 in Wells. According to Lt. Jerry Congdon of the Wells Police Department, protesters will be able to walk along the gravel portion on the side of the road, but not park there. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Cockcroft: BABIP report Jul 3, 2009
Kevin Millwood lucky, Jimmy Rollins unlucky according to BABIP - ESPN. July 2, 2009, 2:00 PM. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Maine Dems circle GOP contender over stylized 'O' Jul 2, 2009
TOP HOMES - $490,000 MLS 4020046 4 bed / 4 bath 3,001 - 3,500 / 2008 Carol Kenyon, Apache Wells Realty - $124,900 MLS 4141568 3 bed / 2 bath 1,801 - 2,000 / 1971 Joe Martin - GRI, RDC Pro, CREOS, RE/MAX Achievers - $188,490 MLS 2911925 2 bed / 2 bath 1,201 - 1,400 / 2005 Doug Frank, The Frank Development Group, I. mobile news. (AZCentral -- News)
Intoxicated driver arrested twice in same afternoon, say police Jul 2, 2009
WELLS, Maine A Wells man was arrested twice on drunk-driving charges during the same afternoon, according to police ... At the store, Kullberg was also charged with a count of violating bail conditions, according to Wells Police Lt. Gerald Congdon ... About 20 minutes before Kullbergs first arrest, the Biddeford Police Department had notified Wells police of a report that Kullberg was allegedly driving drunk, according to Congdon. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Maine districts to put returned funds toward capital improvements Jul 1, 2009
The Maine Department of Education sent checks totaling nearly $24 million to school districts in the state June 23, but while the Wells-Ogunquit Community School District received one, Maine School Administrative District 71's check was held up because of missing paperwork ... "We're using it for the roof of the Wells Junior High School," Smith said, explaining that the district has been working on repairs there in phases. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
State Street Corp. could face civil fraud charges Jun 30, 2009
The Boston-based investment giant said in a regulatory filing yesterday that it received a so-called Wells Notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission last week related to disclosures and management by its investment arm. A Wells Notice indicates agency staff is considering asking commissioners to bring a civil enforcement action, and is intended to give State Street an opportunity to respond to the allegations. (Boston Globe)
Wildlife Alliance plans plover predator protest Jun 30, 2009
Thats the reason Lank, Cavanaugh and others will be out at 9:30 a.m. July 4 and 11, peacefully protesting in front of the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge on Route 9 in Wells ... The protest will begin at 9:30 a.m. July 4 in front of the Rachel Carson Federal Wildlife Refuge on Route 9 in Wells ... According to Lt. Jerry Congdon of the Wells Police Department, protesters will be able to walk along the gravel portion on the side of the road, but not park there. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Governor proud of 'Maine Miracle' Jun 28, 2009
Kathy Chase of Wells calls the law "radical." A referendum drive to repeal it is under way. Chase says it's irresponsible to transform the tax system amid economic turmoil. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Trocki named as new MSU-N chancellor Jun 26, 2009
Prior to his three years as president at Garret, Dauphinais had served as chief academic and administrative officer for the Matanuska-Susitna College of the University of Alaska-Anchorage and as president of York County Technical College in Wells, Maine, and as dean and chief academic and administrative officer for the McCook Community College in McCook, Neb. Sojka served the last two years as the special projects consultant to the Board of Trustees for the University of Rio Grande in Rio... (Havre Daily News, MT)
Portsmouth's Booma Post 6 has tough act to follow Jun 22, 2009
Wells/York coach Chuck Chadbourne is excited about the top of his rotation this year, as a couple of York High School graduates will be leading the way ... Last year's No. 2 starter, Wells' Demetri Gatzogiannis, will be more of a relief pitcher and focus on first base, where he played at Bates College this spring ... The Wells High School coach saw his legion schedule dwindle from 22 to 18 games, though he doesn't mind the shorter season. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Seacoastonline now offers property sale database Jun 20, 2009
In Maine the database will include all real estate sales in Eliot, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Kittery, Kittery Point, Ogunquit, South Berwick, Wells and York. Readers with questions or comments about this new online feature are encouraged to contact. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Tomaszewski named superintendent for Wells-Ogunquit school district Jun 19, 2009
WELLS, Maine The Wells-Ogunquit C.S.D. School Committee has announced that Elaine Tomaszewski has been named the new Superintendent of Schools for the Wells-Ogunquit Community School District. The announcement of her appointment and her formal introduction was made at the School Committee meeting of June 17 by School Committee Chairman Michael McDonald. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
2 Maine men plead guilty in bribery scheme Jun 17, 2009
Robert Subilia of Wells and Paul Hurlburt of Kennebunk entered guilty pleas Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Portland for their roles in the scheme at the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command in Huntsville, Ala. Maurice "Moe" Subilia Jr. of Kennebunkport was the main target of the investigation. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
8 years jail for drunken wrong-way driver who killed 2 Jun 16, 2009
Donna Bartlett, 40, of Wells, Maine, appears for sentencing on Thursday, June 11, 2009, with her lawyer John Webb, right ... ALFRED, Maine A Wells woman was sentenced in York County Superior Court Thursday to eight years in prison in what her lawyer called one of the saddest cases to ever be heard in that courthouse. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Round-by-round results Jun 16, 2009
Oakland Athletics -- Jeremy Wells, 2B, Patten U. 1084. Texas Rangers -- Matthew Carasiti, RHP, Berlin (Conn. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Water District board votes to flush Nestle contract Jun 2, 2009
KENNEBUNK, Maine -- The board of trustees of the Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Wells Water District voted unanimously May 27 to permanently remove from consideration the proposed Nestle water extraction contract they tabled last summer. "As far as were concerned, its a done deal," said Bob Emmons, the trustee representing Kennebunk. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
IHSA boys' track finals results May 31, 2009
Wells, Ian (Champaign Central) - 49. 04 2. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Sotomayor a racist? Oh, the stupidity! May 28, 2009
3:03 pm May 27, 2009, by Jay. I m working on a longer and I hope more well-researched piece on this topic, but let me jump in with this. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
JPMorgan $29 Billion WaMu Windfall Found by Turning Bad Loans Into Income May 27, 2009
Wells Fargo gained 1 ... As of March 31, San Francisco-based Wells Fargo had marked down $93 billion of impaired Wachovia loans by 37 percent ... The Wachovia loans added $561 million to the banks , leaving Wells Fargo with a remaining accretable yield of almost $10 billion. (Bloomberg)
Virtu outdoor art festival May 22, 2009
That group, Yarina, will be on hand to perform once again, and entertainment will also come from the likes of classicl pianist Sergei Novikov, the URI String Quartet, bagpiper Christian Peterson, and singers Michelet Innocent performing love songs in French, English and Spanish, and Kim Oakes, accompanied by Jamie Harris, performing oldies by artists such as Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Manny Wells. Northeast Karate will host a demonstration Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., and there will be a... (Westerly Sun, RI)
Tuna buys lead to $100k in restaurant/fishermen fines in Ogunquit May 22, 2009
Also fined related to the sale of bluefin tuna, Schoppmeyer said, are William McIntire, of Cape Neddick, $15,000; Glenn Perkins, of Cape Neddick, $15,000; and Michael Lorusso, of Wells, $10,000. Some fishermen have resorted to selling fish illegally because the number of eligible-sized tuna has decreased and because of the high value of that fish specifically, Schoppmeyer said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Go&Do: Sun magazine contributors at Portsmouth Library May 20, 2009
Cacho-Negrete, although she remains attached to her childhood home of Brooklyn, has lived in Wells, Maine for 26 years. She has been published in a number of journals including, Wisconsin Review, Bottomfish, Mystery Time, Gulf Stream, SN Review, The Sierra Club, and Psychotherapy Networker. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Women's Results May 18, 2009
52 17 668 Wells, Lauren SO NC Wilmington 38:30. 18 18 157 Tarallo, Julianne SO Colgate 38:31. (Bucknellbison.com)
Maine town rejects ban on water extraction May 18, 2009
WELLS, Maine - Voters in Wells, Maine, have rejected a proposal to prevent companies such as Poland Spring from extracting water from town aquifers. The proposal came about after the Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Wells Water District considered a plan to sell water to Poland Spring, the bottled-water company ... The district's trustees tabled the plan indefinitely last summer in response to public opposition and Wells adopted a temporary moratorium on large-scale water extraction and related... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Wells voters say no to Poland Spring ban May 17, 2009
WELLS A sea of card-waving residents at a special Town Meeting on Saturday voted down a proposed ordinance that would have helped stop companies like Nestle Waters North America and its subsidiary Poland Spring from withdrawing local water for bottling purposes. Many voters were turned away or simply left before voting because the crowd overflowed from the Wells Elementary School cafeteria, where the meeting took place ... Thank God its all over, said Wells resident Bill Smyth, who did not... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
2 arrested in Maine on cocaine charges May 16, 2009
WELLS, Maine (AP) A 27-year-old man who authorities say was believed to be selling large amounts of cocaine in the Sanford area is in custody following a month-long investigation. The Maine Drug Enforcement Agency said Jose Gonzalez of Sanford was arrested Thursday after the car he was in was stopped along the Maine Turnpike in Wells. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
