2017 – Page 6751 – The Portland Press Herald

‘Fun’ begins to come out of the shadows in Saudi Arabia

by Bloomberg News January 7, 2017January 7, 2017

As part of an economic development plan, the Saudi government hopes the country has more than 450 clubs by 2020.

by Associated Press January 7, 2017January 7, 2017

The window for a national football championship may be closing on the Tigers, who will be losing many of their best players to the NFL.

by Associated Press January 7, 2017January 7, 2017

Khalid Abdullah rushes for two touchdowns and the Dukes beat Youngstown State.

by Emma Brown The Washington Post January 7, 2017January 7, 2017

Betsy DeVos’ history as a Republican donor may make for a contentious confirmation hearing.

by PATRICK WHITTLE Associated Press January 7, 2017January 7, 2017

Fishermen in the U.S. are bringing in a smaller haul as the Chinese New Year fuels demand overseas.

With a new police station built, the facilities committee plans to look at the town’s other needs, starting with the fire station.

The Board of Selectmen is endorsing a ‘yes’ vote on a six-month moratorium.

by Paul Kane The Washington Post January 7, 2017January 7, 2017

He is well-liked  by both parties, making his confirmation more likely and frustrating liberals.

by and ALAN FRAM Associated Press January 7, 2017January 7, 2017

Though Republicans could repeal Obamacare, they may need Democratic help in crafting an alternative.

The Portland native and Baltimore Orioles veteran will be featured Tuesday in MaineVoices Live