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January 5

UMaine hockey's win streak hits an end in 5-2 loss

The Black Bears, who had won three straight, extend their can’t-win-at-Alfond season, falling to Mercyhurst.

January 5

Pirates’ defense renders toothless the Sound Tigers

Rookie goaltender Mark Visentin turns in another strong performance, stopping 39 of 40 shots.

January 6

Snowed under at Saddleback

Ex-owner John Christie had mixed success during the 1970s but hopes the new investors share his vision.

January 6

North Cairn: Enduring the Maine winter with a stash of supplies and common sense

January 6

Birding: Birds up for the Audubon count

January 6

Hunting: Looking for shed antlers is a worthy winter challenge

January 6

Allen Afield: Mainers gifted with outdoors recreation, world-class outfitter

January 6

Skiing in Maine: Foundation, town working to keep Snow Bowl a treat

January 6

Mark Latti: Eyes in the sky seeing abundance of moose

January 6

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January 6

Patriots won't be caught defenseless

Bolstered by the acquisition of cornerback Aqib Talib, New England's secondary gets sounder by the game.

January 6

Maine wrestlers tested

Tyler Everett earns a title for Massabesic in a meet involving some of New England’s top teams.

January 5

UMaine men win fourth straight

All five starters score in double figures as the Black Bears top Maryland-Baltimore County, 81-66.

January 5

US wins gold at junior ice hockey worlds

The U.S. beats Sweden 3-1 for its third title.

January 5

Armstrong reported to take step toward doping confession

But the prospect of taking responsibility is fraught with legal and financial peril for the cyclist.

January 5

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January 5

UMaine gets elusive home-state hockey win

The Black Bears had not won a game in Maine this season, but a Portland win may signal the road back.

January 5

Boys' basketball: Deering rallies, wins in OT

The Rams send South Portland to its first loss, coming from seven down late.

January 5

Girls' basketball: Early command leads to a Cheverus win

The Stags show their depth in building a 17-point lead, and down Sanford.

January 5

Mediation provides some hope for NHL

Friday's all-day sessions could be followed by similar activity Saturday as a Jan. 11 deadline pends.

January 5

Maine Colleges: Bowdoin hockey stays undefeated

January 5

Celtics rout Pacers to end losing streak

Kevin Garnett plays strong game until a fourth-quarter ejection for striking Tyler Hansbrough.

January 5

College Roundup: Manziel sets record as Aggies win, 41-13

January 4

Boys' Roundup: Westbrook holds on late to defeat Marshwood

January 5

Girls' Roundup: Storm surge to stay perfect

January 4

BayHawks again beat Red Claws

Half of Maine's losses have come at the hands of Erie's improving team.

January 4

Long-ago Pirate nets winner for Bruins

At 35, hockey journeyman Trent Whitfield scores his first goal of the season after missing 24 games.

January 5

Girls' basketball: No floor debate why McAuley-Deering game was suspended

Slippery conditions make a battle of the undefeateds unplayable at McAuley.

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