The body of a 53-year-old man was found Saturday during a search for missing toddler Ayla Reynolds, but police didn’t find any clues that would lead them closer to the 23-month-old girl.
2012
Fireworks ban in Biddeford gets initial approval
BIDDEFORD — City council gave initial approval for a total ban on the sale and use of consumer fireworks within city boundaries. Only Councilors Michael Swanton and David Bourque voted against the prohibition. If final approval is granted when the council meets next in April, Biddeford will join the ranks of more than two dozen […]
Abbott’s status still up in the air
WORCESTER, Mass. — If he could, UMaine left wing Spencer Abbott would give himself the medical thumbs up, put his concussion behind him, then help his Black Bears put down defending champion Minnesota-Duluth in tonight’s NCAA Northeast Regional semifinal. But he can’t. Instead, wiser heads will prevail, and if he does pass the scrutiny of […]
Fish and game club celebrates 75 years
LYMAN — Hunting and fishing are part of Maine’s outdoor heritage ”“ pastimes that have brought families together for generations. The York County Fish and Game Association is marking 75 years of carrying on those traditions, and its anniversary offers not only a chance to look forward to the club’s future, but also to celebrate […]
Fish and game club celebrates 75 years
Ray Dumas fixes a target in his sights using a new scope for his rifle last week at the York County Fish and Game Association in Lyman. Behind him, Paul Nadeau affixes a scope to his own rifle. (JEFF LAGASSE/Journal Tribune)
MSHA resignation seems wrongly forced
Without the numbers, it is difficult to speculate on whether or not funds were misused at the Maine State Housing Authority. But one thing is clear: Republicans have had it out for the agency’s head since they gained control of the Legislature and Governor’s office. Most notably, state Treasurer Bruce Poliquin, a board member of […]
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Anne Teckla Carey, 93, of Biddeford, died on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at the Barron Center in Portland, after a brief illness. A memorial celebration of her life will be private. Arrangements are by A.T. Hutchins Funeral & Cremation Services in Portland. To offer words of condolence, sign a guest book and share memories, go […]
Abbott’s status still up in the air
UMaine star Spencer Abbott, who is trying to come back from a head injury, practiced with the Black Bears, Friday at the DCU Center in Worcester, Mass., in preparation for tonight’s NCAA Northeast Regional semifinal game against Minnesota-Duluth. Abbott’s availability won’t be known until later today. (DAN HICKLING/Journal Tribune)
NCAA Women: Unbeated Baylor focuses on champonship, not record
Georgia Tech, riding its hot streak to the semifinals, takes on the talented Lady Bears today.
NCAA Men: Not-so-blue Carolina
The Tar Heels are forced to overtime by unheralded Ohio but manage to reach a regional final.