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  Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Shawn Patrick Ouellette/Staff Photographer500 attend same-sex marriage debate The emotions of the campaign are evident as participants trade viewpoints. MaineToday Media and WMTW Channel 8 co-sponsored a debate between supporters and opponents of same-sex marriage in Maine.• See a slide show of images from the debate This event is sold out but you can still Video: Beth Birch talks about going the distance annual staff photographers' fall slide show Police BlotterTrack the latest police activity in your area. Girls' soccer quarterfinals: Hawks spring major upset Celtics one-up Cavs' Big Two Schools cut spending as state aid loss looms Southern Maine districts freeze spending, eliminate positions and prepare for painful layoffs. Further school cuts carry federal risk If the state cuts too deeply, it could jeopardize federal money for such programs as special education and school lunches. Seasonal flu clinics left in waiting mode A temporary vaccine shortage forces cancellations, and it's uncertain when more will arrive. New CMP meters to help customers save on power The company wins a $96 million grant to install 'smart' meters for switching to cheaper electricity. State narrows areas off coast for test wind turbines Proud to be Police Explorers Completing 50 hours of training and graduation from Explorers' academy, 10 youths will now turn their efforts to the Portland community. BILL NEMITZDown in poll, TABOR NOW cries foul Plaintiffs claim they own part of Goose Rocks Beach The property owners are challenging the concept that the entire beach is open to the public. No pressure, no lines for early voters Town clerks and residents alike seem pleased as a pilot project gets under way in nine communities. Suspect in arsons decides to plead guilty Thomas Cassidy has denied setting 11 cars on fire, but doesn't want to risk a jury's verdict. CORRECTION Police chiefs' group opposes pot dispensaries The Maine Chiefs of Police Association says the ballot proposal lacks oversight and may encourage crime. Maine GOP: Secretary of state not excused for deadline lapse The group Still Fed Up With Taxes wants to put a question on the June ballot to reject a new law. Wells' water-extraction proposal outlines rules, protections Will large-scale efforts like the one planned by Poland Spring be allowed if the ordinance fails Nov. 3? In Cape Elizabeth, budget challenges, factions await new members The town's voters have several candidates to choose from for six open seats on two boards. Police seeking son in father's killing in Newport A manhunt is under way after a 76-year-old man is found shot to death and his wife severely beaten. Feature Obituary: Florence Gilliam, 94, spent her retirement helping others Close to Home: Baby Sitter Social Gorham uses a speed-dating model to connect parents with teens certified by the Red Cross. Close to Home: Animal shelter benefits from 'Crazy Cats' quilt The Chickadee Quilters' latest raffle raises nearly $3,700 to help pets. Reid's health bill a gamble By including a 'public option,' the Senate leader risks not being able to drum up enough votes to advance the measure. Close to Home: Births Close to Home: Briefly JULIANA L'HEUREUX / LES FRANCO AMERICAINSClose to Home: Documentarian showcases Acadians Close to Home: Events Close to Home: Blood Drives Close to Home: Short course will teach people how to care for woodlots Morten Moesswilde, a district forester, says the class is just one way he promotes healthy growth. Close to Home: Potluck DON PERKINSClose to Home: Students join worldwide 'Thrill the World' event Close to Home: College Notes Close to Home: Military Notes Close to Home: Pet Pourri Close to Home: Regional Events Close to Home: School Notes Business Wednesday Chrysler leaves dealers in dark Manager Fiat is strangely slow in getting its struggling dealerships fired up. Portland sets absentee voting record 5:12 PM NEWPORT: Sighting intensifies search for man 5:10 PM Judge rules against anti-gay marriage group 4:54 PM Bill gives Maine $5.75M for environment 3:23 PM Update: SUV driver charged in running down man 3:17 PM Maine group objects to fishery plan 1:00 PM FEMA to redraw harbor flood map 12:52 PM Dash of Diva benefit event sells out 12:39 PM Coalition claims 'radical homosexual agenda' 12:29 PM[14 comments] UPDATE: Manhunt continues; new photo 11:01 AM Maine chancellor sees 100 faculty cuts 9:43 AM Final Mass celebrated at Lewiston church 9:10 AM[8 comments] New England least religious region in U.S. 8:36 AM[22 comments] More threats in Maine's lobster wars 8:33 AM[3 comments] UMaine: Semester at sea offered 8:31 AM Man to plead in York manslaughter case 8:12 AM Conference on wind energy and the economy 8:07 AM Internet service interrupted in midcoast 1:42 AM 680Scripture conspicuously missing from anti-gay marriage arguments 185Down in poll, TABOR NOW cries foul 74Reid's health bill a gamble 67New CMP meters to help customers save on power 48Schools cut spending as state aid loss looms CLERK OF COURT United States Courts For The First Circuit HEALTH SERVICES QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER Hawthorne Retirement Group ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR - $2K SIGN-ON BONUS! Spurwink Services RETAIL PROMOTIONS REPRESENTATIVES Penquin Windows SERVICE TECHNICIAN - MAINE Tyree DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Portland Ovations Salt of the earth. And — MAN! That room is red!! 10/28/2009 From the Sidelines Striker of the Year 10/28/2009 Jenn Menendez reports on college sports. Is the answer for young readers free newspapers? 10/28/2009 Clearing the Bases Guessing on the Phillies, RJ 10/28/2009 Kevin Thomas covers baseball.

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