2016 – Page 5813 – The Portland Press Herald

Major league notes: Chapman plans to toss batting practice

by The Associated Press February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

The hard-throwing pitcher acquired by the Yankees in the offseason plans to work out on Monday.

by Kevin Sieff The Washington Post February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

The U.N. investigates allegations that women in the Central African Republic were raped and exploited.

by Staff reports February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

Richard Goff, 44, of Westbrook was supposed to be at an engagement at 6 p.m. Thursday but failed to show up, police say.

by and JOHN HANNA The Associated Press February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

Faith, community pride and other bedrock Midwestern values help Hesston endure.

by The Washington Post February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

The two-week cease-fire gives Syrians a respite from the bloodshed that has killed 250,000 people.

by MARCIA DUNNAP The Associated Press February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

Analysis of Scott Kelly’s capabilities back on Earth will help NASA prepare for its Mars mission.

by The Associated press February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

Boston pulls away to beat Miami, 101-89.

by The Associated Press February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

Transgender advocates condemn the move, calling it a disincentive to equal opportunity in sports.

by CURT ANDERSON The Associated Press February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

A pediatrician challenges a law that precludes her from asking parents about firearms at home.

by The Associated Press February 27, 2016February 27, 2016

The legislation would apply to all tobacco products, including electronic cigarettes.