Waynflete’s boys’ soccer team had a lot to celebrate last fall, but the Flyers’ dream of a Class C state title fell a goal short. This season, Waynflete hopes to finish the job. More photos below. (Note: Waynflete isn’t fielding a varsity golf team this year) BOYS’ SOCCER Coach: Brandon Salway (28th year, 243-105-37 overall […]
August 2016
Linda Greenlaw headlines Gloucester fishermen’s memorial event
The Maine author and swordfishing captain was made famous in ‘The Perfect Storm’ book and movie.
Portland Bulldogs Fall Sports Preview
Portland’s football team got to celebrate a regional championship in 2015. This fall, the Bulldogs hope to finish the job and win their first Class A state title since 2002. More photos below. FOOTBALL Coach: Jim Hartman (fifth year, 30-11 overall record) 2015 record: 10-1 (Lost, 24-14, to Thornton Academy in Class A state final) […]
Kaepernick makes his stand by sitting for national anthem
The 49ers quarterback says he will not ‘stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color.’
Maine’s black bear hunting season set to begin
The season starts Monday and ends Nov. 26.
Maine Girls’ Academy Lions Fall Sports Preview
Claire Reid is back for her senior season, hoping to help Maine Girls’ Academy’s soccer team be competitive in a tough league. (Note: Catherine McAuley High School changed its name to Maine Girls’ Academy this school year) SOCCER Coach: Dillon Bates (first year) 2015 record: 0-14 (No postseason) Top returning players: Maddy Beaulieu (Senior), Claire […]
Deering Rams Fall Sports Preview
Senior Rob Dacey and his Deering football teammates hope to build on last year’s resurgent season. The Rams are chasing Bonny Eagle and two-time defending Class A state champion Thornton Academy in a challenging region. More photos below. FOOTBALL Coach: Jason Jackson (second year) 2015 record: 6-3 (Lost, 20-19, to Bonny Eagle in Class A […]
Cheverus Stags Fall Sports Preview
Sophia Pompeo had a terrific freshman season for Cheverus’ field hockey team. As a sophomore, Pompeo hopes to lead the Stags deep into the playoffs again. More photos below. FOOTBALL Coach: Mike Vance (first year) 2015 record: 6-4 (Lost, 28-0, to Windham in Class A North semifinal) Top returning players: Rylan Benedict (Senior), Dominic Casale […]
Fentanyl suspected in 2 fatalities in Belfast
Police say there are ‘strong indications’ the deaths of two men were caused by the ‘particularly potent’ drug.
Freeport store robbed at gunpoint
The owner says a man took several thousand dollars’ worth of merchandise and a wallet.