BRUNSWICK Finally it seems that a majority of the snow is gone. Now all we need is continued warmer weather, while keeping the rain limited. The area high school boys tennis teams look to make a big impact this season. Here is a quick look at the upcoming season. Brunswick After losing only one match […]

BRUNSWICK The start of the girls high school tennis season is upon us, with several teams stepping into action today and Friday. Brunswick The Dragons come into the season as the three-time defending Eastern A Regional champs, but a change is certainly afoot. Graduation has taken most of the team, including four-time Maine Principals Association […]

Considering the way the first two games went, the Washington Nationals found a reason to leave Boston feeling pleased. Wilson Ramos hit a three-run double and Ian Desmond a solo homer during Washington’s six-run third inning, and the Nationals beat the Red Sox 10-5 Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep. After losing six of their […]

BRUNSWICK — The Brunswick Golf Club has opened for its 118th season, with its original nine (the back nine) playable, beginning today at 1 p.m. Walk-ons are welcome, but tee times can be made starting Friday by calling 725-8224, or online at www.brunswickgolfclub.com.

BOSTON The Boston Bruins fired general manager Peter Chiarelli on Wednesday, days after missing the playoffs for the first time in eight years and just four seasons after the franchise won its first Stanley Cup title since 1972. The statement from the team said coach Claude Julien and the rest of his staff “will remain […]

PORTLAND It wasn’t the easiest first week for the Portland Sea Dogs, having Opening Day snowed out and the following day rained out to force a doubleheader on the first day of regular-season play. However, the Sea Dogs ended their six-game opening homestand with a tight 7-5 win on Jackie Robinson Day over the New […]

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Anthony Davis had 31 points and 13 rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans earned their first playoff berth since 2011 with a 108- 103 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. Davis, who’ll make his playoff debut against Golden State, came through in the waning minutes with two jumpers, […]

MILWAUKEE Kelly Olynyk needed five stitches to close a gash to his face after taking an elbow while going for a rebound. Starting for the injured Avery Bradley, Gigi Datome made big buckets in extended time in the fourth quarter. The Boston Celtics showed no quit Wednesday night even with their postseason future set, finishing […]

BRUNSWICK — Today’s scheduled Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference high school boys lacrosse contest between rivals Mt. Ararat and Brunswick has been postponed. The teams will now meet on Saturday on Bath’s McMann Field turf. Game time for jayvees is 10 a.m., with the Eagles and Dragons meeting in the varsity contest at noon. Another change […]