But industry experts warn that the technology is fraught with problems, to say nothing of passenger concerns.
2015
SoPo schools conduct inquiry into bus driver's actions
SOUTH PORTLAND – All school bus drivers in South Portland are expected to follow the rules of the road, Superintendent of Schools Suzanne Godin told the Current Friday. She added, “We also expect all employees will interact appropriately with the community.” Godin’s comments follow news reports that a school bus driver with the South Portland […]
Cape Conservation Commission closes Greenbelt to horses, bikes
CAPE ELIZABETH – Due to wet trail conditions, the Cape Elizabeth Conservation Commission has temporarily closed the Greenbelt trail system to bicyclists and horseback riders and has posted signs to remind users of the closure. The Gull Crest and Stonegate trails, as well as parts of Cross Hill, are closed, but more may be added […]
Portland taps Police Chief Sauschuck as interim city manager
In his temporary role, he will manage a $221 million budget and more than 1,400 employees.
Fire destroys Dayton barn, damages house
The fire on Union Falls Road was reported at about 8:30 a.m.
Windham farm’s event could lead to big payoff
The Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals on River Road in Windham will hold its first Maine Horse Jubilee on Sunday, April 26, in an effort to win a $10,000 prize from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. On April 26, 1866, Henry Bergh, the founder of the ASPCA, […]
Slow start to Maine elver season causes prices to soar
Prices are more than $1,800 per pound, as fishermen fear they won’t meet quotas because of a short season.
Iraqi officials say Saddam deputy was killed near Tikrit
Izzat Ibrahim al-Douri had been a wanted fugitive since 2003.
Bookkeeper gets 2 years in prison for $1 million in unauthorized checks
Janis Woods wrote unauthorized checks while working for a Norway business.
Parents of Boston Marathon bombing victim oppose death penalty
The mother and father of 8-year-old Martin Richard say they don’t want to endure years of appeals.