Gingrich said he believes there’s a desire for an idea-oriented Republican Party, but it’s tough for those candidates to overcome Romney’s money advantage.
2012
Triple murder trial to begin in northern Maine
Nearly two years after his arrest in the savage stabbings of two men and a 10-year-old boy, Thayne Ormsby is going on trial.
NH may privatize its prisons
But the companies involved have a history of allowing escapes, holding prisoners past their release dates, not providing medications and other infractions.
Waterville man in critical condition after stabbing
A 26-year-old man is in critical condition after he was stabbed twice in the back during an altercation early this morning on Spring Street.
Mike Wallace, ’60 Minutes’ star interviewer, dies
For some, “Mike Wallace is here to see you” were the scariest words in the English language, thanks to Wallace’s merciless interviewing style. Wallace made “60 Minutes” one of the most-watched shows on television.
Afghans, US sign deal on night raids
The deal also gives Americans the right to veto the release of any prisoner held by the Afghans.
Maine students to help in charitable-housing work
Nearly 60 students from Casco Bay High School are headed to West Virginia this week to help with Habitat for Humanity projects.
Photos: Easter on the Eastern Prom
Stevens Avenue Congregational Church hosted its Easter Sunrise Service this morning at the Gazebo on the Eastern Promenade. Below are three photos from the service.
Maine Huts and Trails hires new executive director
A former Olympic cyclist has been hired as head of an organization that’s developing a network of huts along 180 miles of trails in Maine’s western mountains.
Maine Brew Fest expands beyond beer
The tasters at the festival enjoyed their share of Maine-made brewskis, but the event, despite its name, had other options too.