The ride-hailing services agree to thoroughly check driving and criminal histories under deals that other states could imitate.
November 2016
Ecomaine asks Waterville residents to stop putting recyclables in plastic bags
The recycler says the bags are clogging its sorting machines and wants to encourage people to use reusable bags.
New Hampshire police probe killing of toddler
The 2½-year-old Berlin girl died of blunt impact injuries, an autopsy finds.
Practicality, especially range, gives Chevy Bolt its spark
The new all-electric vehicle gets 238 miles on a single charge – great for everyday needs, but its no Tesla.
Winthrop dispatcher remembered for loyalty
Mathew Guilfoyle died Thursday after suffering an unexpected medical emergency.
Spirit of volunteering lives on with toy fund
The Portland Press Herald Toy Fund in the Spirit of Bruce Roberts is now in its 67th year.
Man who allegedly beat girlfriend, threw her out of moving car arrested in N.H.
Berwick police described Bo Rodden, 25, as armed and dangerous while searching for him Monday.
Black Friday sales lukewarm as shoppers look for deals
The number of shoppers grew over the weekend, but they spent less on average than last year.
Skowhegan man charged with harassing former Penobscot chief by phone
Bryan Aubrey allegedly called Barry Dana 10 times on Nov. 10, using vulgar language and insulting Dana’s Indian heritage.
Stocks take a breather from record highs
The market has been on a steady climb since the election of Donald Trump earlier this month.