BRUNSWICK — Monday night was unusually warm for the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. But there was a chilling reminder at First Parish Church that even in Brunswick, people are struggling. About 45 people gathered at the church to remember the homeless who died this year. Tedford Housing, a nonprofit that operates two […]
2015
Posted inLife & Culture, New England Patriots, Sports
Bill Belichick sings ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’
New England Patriots coach gets into the spirit of the season (sort of).
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Portland firm Kepware to be sold to Massachusetts company for $100 million
The technology services company is being sold to PTC Inc., which shares a common customer base and vision for the future.
Posted inMaine, News
Police stumped by large number of pedestrian deaths in Maine
2015 was the worst year for pedestrian fatalities in nearly two decades.
Posted inMaine
Outpouring of support saves life of Sidney dog struck by car
Donors raised more than $3,000 to pay for Diesel’s surgery and allow the pet’s owners to avoid having it euthanized.
Posted inNation & World, News
Fireball streaking across U.S. sky was Russian rocket debris
A white fireball was seen over Arizona, Nevada and California, creating a stir on social media among those who saw it.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Seasonal South Portland glow, despite unseasonable weather
Festive lights shine in Mill Creek Park in South Portland shortly before sunset on Sunday, Dec. 20, adding a seasonal glow to the unseasonably mild and balmy weather that has marked the holidays. (Melanie Sochan / For The Forecaster)
Posted inFood
Chipotle changes cooking methods after E. coli outbreaks
Procedures are being tightened to address a ‘universe of hazards’ in preparing food for Chipotle restaurants across the country.
Posted inLife & Culture, News
Beatles’ music will finally be available for streaming
Apple Music, Deezer, Google Play, Microsoft Groove, Napster/Rhapsody and Amazon Prime Music, as well as Slacker Radio, Spotify and Tidal, will all carry the Fab Four’s music catalog.
Posted inMaine, News
Westbrook hires new middle school principal
Laurie Wood currently serves as the principal of Saco Middle School.