2015
Patriots Beat: Ravens present big obstacle
Baltimore’s proven ability to win in the playoffs at Gillette Stadium makes the Ravens a dangerous opponent for New England.
Pipeline veto would be upheld, Sen. Schumer says
Democrats would have the votes to support Obama if he vetoes the Keystone XL pipeline, the senator says.
New ‘American Idol’ season to begin, but Mainer’s debut date a secret
Conor Tubbs of Portland, aka Cherry Lemonade, has hinted he was one of the final 24 contestants in a series that may last until May.
Likely site of Jesus’ trial opens to public
Details in the Bible point to the possibility that the trial took place in Emperor Herod’s palace.
Inmates riding proud regain control, hope
Inmates from Southern Maine Re-entry Center in Alfred find that learning to ride gives them optimism about taking control of their lives.
New Biddeford police unit focuses on crime at street level
The team gives the department flexibility to act quickly on problems that could make the public feel unsafe in places like the re-emerging downtown area.
Pope names 15 new cardinals from 14 nations
The diverse selections reflect his vision for the Catholic Church to reach out to the faithful on the margins.
World/Nation Dispatches
SAN DIEGO Seizures of meth soar at California-Mexico border Seizures of methamphetamine soared at the US-Mexico border during fiscal year 2014, accelerating a trend that began several years ago as new laws that limited access to the drug’s chemical ingredients made it harder to manufacture it in the U.S. Meth seized by the U.S. Customs […]
Clinton town library plans event to mark end of Civil War
Residents are urged to contribute ideas, photos and stories to mark the 150th anniversary.