Scraps of leather strewn on the U.S. Route 2 property were gathered and contained underground, and the town is now trying to sell the land.
2015
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Gorham selects lone finalist for new school superintendent
Heather Perry, a superintendent in Waldo County, will be introduced at a public forum before an official hiring decision.
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Posted inCops & Courts, News
Two Mainers charged with murdering homeless man in Hollywood
Police say an officer witnessed Troy McVey and Colby Kronholm robbing and shooting the man.
Posted inThe Startup Line
Popular Mechanics touts Portland among top ‘Startup Cities’
Portland’s startup community is basking in the warmth of some national attention this week. Popular Mechanics has picked Portland, Maine, as one of the top “Startup Cities” in the country. In its February edition, on newsstands now, the magazine’s editors chose 14 cities as “the best new places to start a business in America.” Portland is at No. […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Under fire for gag order in domestic assault case, Maine judge calls new hearing
Its purpose is unclear, but it comes after the Press Herald defied the restriction and media experts criticized it, and with sentencing documents still sealed.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Brunswick officials take office, disagree over leadership
BRUNSWICK — It was standing room only in the Town Council chambers Monday, as new councilors and School Board members took their oaths of office. The council and board also elected officers in brief organizational meetings after the ceremony. Newly elected Councilor At-Large Kathy Wilson and District Five Councilor Dan Harris were sworn in for their […]
Posted inBusiness, News
U.S. stocks slump as oil prices continue to slide
Investors react to a gloomy prognosis for growth worldwide.
Posted inNation & World, News
Connecticut court to hear case of teen refusing chemotherapy
Court documents say the girl was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in September and didn’t want treatment – a decision her mother supported.
Posted inNation & World, News
Ex-Virginia governor gets 2 years in prison for corruption
Bob McDonnell, a Republican, was once on the short list to be Mitt Romney’s vice presidential running mate.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Chebeague expects quicker emergency response with new tower
CHEBEAGUE ISLAND — An emergency communication tower is being constructed on the island after years of obstructed signals. Town Administrator Eric Dyer said a 120-foot tower, base and antenna, will be built in front of the Fire and Rescue Department. He said it should be done this winter, or by spring at the latest, at […]