Russian-backed offensive kills at least 54.
2016
In real life as well, Han Solo got the girl
Carrie Fisher reveals she and Harrison Ford had an affair during first Star Wars filming.
Trump denies transition turmoil, but stays out of the public eye
Former Michigan Rep. Pete Hoekstra, who has informally advised members of Trump’s national security team, blames Trump’s detractors for reports of drama.
Scallop fishermen will be allowed to catch more next year
Fishermen are expected to land the extra scallops at a time when the price to consumers is increasing and scallops are growing in popularity.
Brush fire in White Mountains is nearly contained
The fire had spread to nearly 330 acres in the national forest.
Two Maine artists win $50,000 fellowships
The grants are unrestricted, so Anna Hepler of Eastport and Lauren Fensterstock of Portland can use the money for anything.
Scarborough girls' lax star commits to Assumption
Scarborough senior Maddie York, joined by her parents, Andy and Michelle, and her younger sister, Kayleigh, signs her National Letter of Intent Wednesday, Nov. 16 to attend and play lacrosse at Assumption College in Worcester, Massachusetts. York suffered an ACL injury prior to her junior season, but still had interest from several colleges. York said […]
Driver and passenger cited in crash that ties up traffic on I-295 north of Freeport
Paul Bigneault was charged with driving to endanger and John Medeiros, who is in serious condition at Maine Med, was cited for failing to wear a seatbelt.
Leon Billings, Muskie aide who authored landmark laws on clean air and water, dies
As the first staff director of the Senate Environment subcommittee, he was a key author of the 1970 Clean Air Act, one of the most influential environmental laws in U.S. history.
Winslow woman found passed out in car with needle in arm, child nearby, police say
Officers woke up the woman, who told them she is a heroin addict and asked for help.