Alex Cora, who played for the Red Sox from 2005-08, is currently the bench coach with the Houston Astros.
2017
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump uses executive powers to push stalled agenda
Some of the president’s supporters cheer him on, but critics point out that the strategy can be risky.
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Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
UMaine roars back to rout Rhode Island, 51-27
Chris Ferguson throws 5 TD passes as the Black Bears rally from a 21-10 deficit.
Posted inNation & World
Trump sparks war of words between Iran, United States
The reaction is seen as undercutting those trying to change Iran’s government from within.
Posted inNation & World
Stage set for health crisis in Puerto Rico
Public health officials fear that debris left by Hurricane Maria is inviting a new wave of problems.
Posted inField Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
Field hockey: Ouellette breaks record as Thornton Academy wins playoff opener
Taylor Ouellette becomes the Trojans’ all-time scoring leader, getting three goals in a 7-0 win over Sanford.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Perkins Loan Program expires despite attempts to save it
About 4,000 students in Maine now receive financial aid through the federal program.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Cannabis Report, News
Marijuana convention in Portland bigger than last year’s
With retail sales growing closer in Maine, the Maine Cannabis Convention draws about 40 more exhibitors this year.
Posted inNation & World
Trumpeter swan hunting draws fire
The proposal is mostly aimed at protecting tundra swan hunters in five states who may mistakenly kill trumpeter swans.
Posted inGolf, Sports, Varsity Maine
High school golf: Anderson, Thompson continue their reigns
Cole Anderson of Camden Hills ties with Scarborough’s Anthony Burnham to earn a share of his third straight Class A title, Logan Thompson of Mattanawcook wins Class C for the fourth straight year, and Cape Elizabeth’s Austin Legge (Class B) and Scarborough’s Elizabeth Lacognata (girls) also earn championships.