http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/feed/? Latest topics Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:59:20 GMT 10 http://i18.servimg.com/u/f18/11/65/21/31/banner10.jpg http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/feed/? http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/sports-news-f14/pats-defense-productive-offense-beat-jets-31-14-t18894.htm Outspoken Pats defense, productive offense beat Jets 31-14 By HOWARD ULMAN AP Sports Writer FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The defense Bill Belichick didn't want to put on the field a week ago kept the offense of the New York Jets off it Sunday. Leigh Bodden had three of the four interceptions thrown by Mark Sanchez and the New England Patriots defense allowed just one touchdown and 226 yards in a 31-14 win. The victory gave them a two-game lead in the AFC East and sent the Jets to their sixth loss ... Sports News Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:59:20 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/sports-news-f14/pats-defense-productive-offense-beat-jets-31-14-t18894.htm#22215 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/sports-news-f14/pats-defense-productive-offense-beat-jets-31-14-t18894.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-s-thanksgiving-hours-t18893.htm Outspoken Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce's Thanksgiving Hours of Operation: Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2009, and Friday, November 27, 2009 in recognition of the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular office hours of Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, will resume on Monday, November 30, 2009 . Have a fabulous Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:53:20 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-s-thanksgiving-hours-t18893.htm#22214 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-s-thanksgiving-hours-t18893.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/seasoned-worker-forum-t18892.htm Outspoken Seasoned Worker Forum “There is a light at the end of the tunnel after this recession, and we’re starting to see improvements in our economy. Most of us are tired of all the posturing in Congress, stimulus packages, money for this and that, but still no jobs,” said Dave Tomm, president of the Seasoned Workforce™ LLC of Rockland. “The private sectors of our economy, the people who will create the best jobs, are still moving forward planning their company’s future. The world needs the goods ... Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Sat, 10 Oct 2009 01:28:34 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/seasoned-worker-forum-t18892.htm#22213 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/seasoned-worker-forum-t18892.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/general-chat-f38/happy-78th-birthday-t18891.htm Outspoken HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! We would like to wish a Happy 78th Birthday to Jags. May you have a great day and many more to come. General Chat Wed, 05 Aug 2009 23:47:50 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/general-chat-f38/happy-78th-birthday-t18891.htm#22212 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/general-chat-f38/happy-78th-birthday-t18891.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/boat-ride-on-the-rheinrudesheimgermany-t18890.htm Robert Pooler Took a boat ride on the Rhein,Here's a short vid from the trip. Pics and Vids Thu, 16 Jul 2009 04:17:05 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/boat-ride-on-the-rheinrudesheimgermany-t18890.htm#22211 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/boat-ride-on-the-rheinrudesheimgermany-t18890.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/niederwalddenkmalrudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18889.htm Robert Pooler The Niederwalddenkmal is a monument located in the Niederwald Landscape park, near Rüdesheim am Rhein in Hesse, Germany.The monument was constructed in order to commemorate the foundation of the German Empire, after the end of Franco-Prussian War. The first stone of the Niederwalddenkmal was laid on September 16, 1871 by Wilhelm I. The sculptor selected for the creation of the monument was Johannes Schilling; the architect, Karl Weisbach. The total cost of the works is estimated in one ... Pics and Vids Mon, 06 Jul 2009 23:05:43 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/niederwalddenkmalrudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18889.htm#22210 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/niederwalddenkmalrudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18889.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/drosselgasserudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18888.htm Robert Pooler The Drosselgasse was built in the 1500's,it was a handle city for the sailors on the Rhein.They would overnight in the Taverns and buy there goods and repair there ships there http://www.drosselgasse.de/ Pics and Vids Mon, 06 Jul 2009 23:04:11 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/drosselgasserudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18888.htm#22209 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/drosselgasserudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18888.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/rudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18887.htm Robert Pooler Rüdesheim is a winemaking town in the Rhine Gorge and thereby part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It lies in the Rheingau-Taunus-Kreis in the Regierungsbezirk of Darmstadt in Hesse, Germany. It is officially known as Rüdesheim am Rhein, which distinguishes it from Rüdesheim an der Nahe.It lies at the foot of the Niederwald on the Rhine’s right (east) bank on the southern approach to the Loreley. The town belongs to the Frankfurt Rhine Main Region and is Germany’s biggest tourist attraction. ... Pics and Vids Mon, 06 Jul 2009 23:01:52 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/rudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18887.htm#22208 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pics-and-vids-f18/rudesheim-on-the-rheingermany-t18887.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-07-02-09-t18886.htm Outspoken Energy wrapping around the Great Lakes low developed a weak secondary area of low pressure over the mid-Atlantic on Wednesday. The new low will slowly track northward into New England over the next 24-48 hours. With the low approaching, plan on a cloudy day today with a better chance for some scattered showers especially later in the afternoon and evening followed by steadier shower activity tonight and for Friday. Temperatures for today and Friday will be in the mid-60s to low 70s. The ... Maine Weather Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:18:43 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-07-02-09-t18886.htm#22207 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-07-02-09-t18886.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-07-01-09-t18885.htm Outspoken Things here in the TV 5 Forecast Center remain status quo. The forecast for the next few days has not changed much. The stubborn low pressure system over the eastern Great Lakes will remain nearly stationary today then slowly drift eastward tomorrow and Friday, finally crossing through New England over the upcoming holiday weekend. Today's forecast will be very similar to Tuesday. We'll start with some fog and low clouds early this morning then we'll see some breaks of sun developing later this ... Maine Weather Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:19:25 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-07-01-09-t18885.htm#22205 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-07-01-09-t18885.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-06-30-09-t18884.htm Outspoken Not much change in the forecast for the next few days. An area of low pressure at the surface and in the upper levels of the atmosphere remains spinning over the Great Lakes region this morning and will be nearly stationary today and tomorrow before slowly working its way eastward later in the weekend and into the start of the weekend. Weak disturbances wrapping around the Great Lakes low will keep us under the gun for some scattered showers every day this week. Otherwise a moist, southeast flow ... Maine Weather Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:19:16 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-06-30-09-t18884.htm#22203 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-06-30-09-t18884.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/wanted-long-term-vision-for-state-budget-t18883.htm Outspoken Wanted: Long-term vision for state budget State House: Lawmakers will start meeting next month to figure out where they can make more cuts. By MATT WICKENHEISER Staff Writer Portland Press Herald Lawmakers will begin meeting next month to figure out exactly where they can cut $30 million more out of a state budget that has already been pared to the bone. "Our challenge is going to be significant. It's not a small task," said Rep. H. Sawin Millett Jr. of Waterford, ... Maine News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:23:09 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/wanted-long-term-vision-for-state-budget-t18883.htm#22201 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/wanted-long-term-vision-for-state-budget-t18883.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/music-f19/jackson-s-musical-legacy-celebrated-at-bet-awards-t18882.htm Outspoken Jackson's musical legacy celebrated at BET Awards The Associated Press LOS ANGELES — The BET Awards became the Michael Jackson TV celebration Sunday, with joyous tributes to the King of Pop from a New Edition-Jackson 5 medley to host Jamie Foxx's tender monologue delivered in that classic red leather zipper jacket and white glove. Joe Jackson, the singer's father, was on hand to represent the grief-stricken family. "I just wish he could be here to celebrate himself," he ... Music Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:20:21 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/music-f19/jackson-s-musical-legacy-celebrated-at-bet-awards-t18882.htm#22200 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/music-f19/jackson-s-musical-legacy-celebrated-at-bet-awards-t18882.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/music-f19/lawyer-jackson-was-found-with-pulse-t18881.htm Outspoken Lawyer: Jackson was found with pulse An attorney for the singer's physician also denies that the doctor gave Jackson drugs that contributed to his death. By ANTHONY McCARTNEY The Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson still had a faint pulse and his body was warm when his doctor found him in bed and not breathing, a lawyer for the doctor told The Associated Press on Sunday. Edward Chernoff also said Dr. Conrad Murray never prescribed or gave Jackson the drugs Demerol ... Music Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:17:15 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/music-f19/lawyer-jackson-was-found-with-pulse-t18881.htm#22199 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/music-f19/lawyer-jackson-was-found-with-pulse-t18881.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/law-improves-voter-access-to-initiative-costs-t18880.htm Outspoken Law improves voter access to initiative costs Lawmakers want Mainers to be aware of the fiscal impact of a citizen-generated referendum. By MATT WICKENHEISER Staff Writer Portland Press Herald When voters close the curtains behind them on Election Day, they'll have a bit more information available to them than in the past. Mainers will see estimates of what the various citizen-initiated referendums would cost the state, as required by a new law passed by the Legislature and signed ... Maine News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:15:14 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/law-improves-voter-access-to-initiative-costs-t18880.htm#22198 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/law-improves-voter-access-to-initiative-costs-t18880.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/unemployed-but-not-out-of-work-t18879.htm Outspoken Unemployed, but not out of work Mainers use the freed-up time to toil as volunteers, retrain or help family. By ANN S. KIM Staff Writer Patricia Washburn of Wells was laid off the same week her 80-year-old father, Stewart, of Massachusetts, had a health crisis. She was able to help him with his recovery and new living situation in Portland, including setting up his laptop. It was hard at first for Larry Tinsman to imagine that business had truly dried up. As a courier driver, ... Maine News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:08:04 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/unemployed-but-not-out-of-work-t18879.htm#22196 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/unemployed-but-not-out-of-work-t18879.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/national-news-f5/madoff-gets-maximum-150-years-in-prison-t18878.htm Outspoken Madoff gets maximum 150 years in prison The judge rejects a request by Madoff's lawyer for leniency and says he disagrees that victims of the fraud were seeking mob vengeance. By TOM HAYS and LARRY NEUMEISTER The Associated Press NEW YORK -- Convicted swindler Bernard Madoff was sentenced to 150 years in prison today for fraud so extensive that the judge said he needed to send a symbolic message to those who might imitate his fraud and to victims who need relief. Applause broke ... National News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:05:51 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/national-news-f5/madoff-gets-maximum-150-years-in-prison-t18878.htm#22195 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/national-news-f5/madoff-gets-maximum-150-years-in-prison-t18878.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/religion-f70/bikers-gather-in-gardiner-for-blessing-t18877.htm Outspoken Bikers gather in Gardiner for blessing BY SUSAN M. COVER Staff Writer Morning Sentinel GARDINER -- Getting your motorcycle blessed on a sunny day is one thing. Coming out on a rainy day is another. More than 70 bikers came to Christ Church on Sunday despite the rain to take part in the second annual Blessing of the Bikes. "Motorcycling is not really a safe occupation," said Gayle Gifford, director of the American Legion Riders of Damariscotta. "It's more ... Religion Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:58:39 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/religion-f70/bikers-gather-in-gardiner-for-blessing-t18877.htm#22194 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/religion-f70/bikers-gather-in-gardiner-for-blessing-t18877.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-business-f33/farmers-market-in-new-territory-with-online-sales-venture-t18876.htm Outspoken Farmers market in new territory with online sales venture BY BETTY JESPERSEN Staff Writer Morning Sentinel FARMINGTON -- Behind the scenes at farmers' markets, producers are up early getting their products picked, cleaned, weighed and packed. Then they load their vehicles, drive to market and sit for hours in a parking lot to sell the fruits of their labor, knowing there are chores to be done back at the farm. What if those same products could be sold online? "In ... Maine Business Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:54:52 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-business-f33/farmers-market-in-new-territory-with-online-sales-venture-t18876.htm#22193 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-business-f33/farmers-market-in-new-territory-with-online-sales-venture-t18876.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/maine-receives-failing-grade-on-legislators-disclosure-rules-t18875.htm Outspoken Maine receives failing grade on legislators' disclosure rules BY SUSAN M. COVER Staff Writer Morning Sentinel AUGUSTA -- Maine was one of 20 states to earn a failing grade on a recent report card that measures financial-disclosure rules for state lawmakers. The Center for Public Integrity, a nonpartisan research organization based in Washington, D.C., ranked Maine 41st in the country for its disclosure practices. Maine earned just 53 points out of 100, good for a grade of ... Maine News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:49:39 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/maine-receives-failing-grade-on-legislators-disclosure-rules-t18875.htm#22192 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/maine-receives-failing-grade-on-legislators-disclosure-rules-t18875.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pets-f25/raising-puppies-to-be-guides-t18874.htm Outspoken Raising puppies to be guides BY VALERIE TUCKER Correspondent Morning Sentinel PHILLIPS -- Carol Rogers is a foster mother for some cuddly canines, and she has to be tough, even when she wants to laugh out loud. As one of Maine's volunteer puppy raisers for Guiding Eyes for the Blind, she is training Cash, a five-month-old, energetic Labrador retriever. "He's such a great dog, but he's easily distracted by everything," she said. "He's learning good manners, and ... Pets Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:47:08 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pets-f25/raising-puppies-to-be-guides-t18874.htm#22191 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/pets-f25/raising-puppies-to-be-guides-t18874.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/the-news-somewhat-f30/man-leaves-his-pants-behind-at-crime-scene-t18873.htm Outspoken WATERVILLE: Man leaves his pants behind at crime scene BY COLIN HICKEY Staff Writer Morning Sentinel WATERVILLE -- Police early Sunday morning arrested a 20-year-old man after he allegedly broke into and vandalized a North Riverside Avenue home only to leave his pants, shirt, sneakers and wallet at the scene. Christopher Edgecomb, of Mariaville, faces charges of burglary, aggravated criminal mischief and possession of alcohol by a minor. Waterville Police Sgt. Jeffrey Bearce ... The News?? Somewhat... Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:35:35 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/the-news-somewhat-f30/man-leaves-his-pants-behind-at-crime-scene-t18873.htm#22190 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/the-news-somewhat-f30/man-leaves-his-pants-behind-at-crime-scene-t18873.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/a-wide-open-competition-t18872.htm Outspoken A wide-open competition BY SUSAN M. COVER Staff Writer Morning Sentinel AUGUSTA -- In 17 months, Maine voters will choose a new governor. Haven't thought much about it? With the rain, the recession and the Red Sox, that's understandable. But many people are thinking about it. Nine have officially signed up with the state ethics commission. Former Red Sox minority owner Les Otten is scheduled to announce an exploratory committee today in South Portland. State Rep. ... Maine News Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:32:28 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/a-wide-open-competition-t18872.htm#22189 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-news-f4/a-wide-open-competition-t18872.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/independence-day-hours-for-mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-t18871.htm Outspoken Independence Day Hours of Operation for Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce announces the closing of its office on Friday, July 3, 2009, in observance of Independence Day. The office will reopen on Monday, July 6 and resume regular business hours of 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. For more information please contact the Chamber’s office at 873-3315 or email info@midmainechamber.com. The Chamber wishes all an enjoyable, safe and fun-filled Independence ... Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:34:14 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/independence-day-hours-for-mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-t18871.htm#22188 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-f75/independence-day-hours-for-mid-maine-chamber-of-commerce-t18871.htm http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-06-29-09-t18870.htm Outspoken Our gray and damp weather continues over the next several days. An area of low pressure at the surface and in the upper levels of the atmosphere will remain spinning over the Great Lakes region through Thursday then slowly start to drift eastward as we enter our upcoming holiday weekend. Weak disturbances wrapping around the Great Lakes low will keep us under the gun for some scattered showers every day this week. Otherwise a moist, southeast flow off the ocean will reinforce the low level moisture, ... Maine Weather Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:15:16 GMT http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-06-29-09-t18870.htm#22187 http://kennebecvalleypodium.forumotion.com/maine-weather-f9/forecast-for-06-29-09-t18870.htm