Large groups of people from Central America continue to surrender to agents.
October 2018
‘Good folks’ of Skowhegan earn woman’s thanks for helping her when she was lost
Carol Laughlin became lost while driving from upstate New York to Machias to visit a friend.
Bangor High bonfire canceled, minor arrested after social media threat
Police say a parent reported a post indicating there would be trouble at Thursday night’s Homecoming Bonfire.
College football preview: Maine (4-2) at William & Mary (2-4)
The Black Bears are tied for first in the Colonial Athletic Association.
Federal grant to pay for new radios for Lewiston and Auburn schools
The radios will allow school officials to communicate directly with 911 dispatchers in an emergency.
Bill would make it a felony for owner to leave scene of a dog attack
Currently, an owner faces only a $250 fine and restitution for walking away.
With unexpected contributions, Red Sox find a way to win pennant
Boston’s regular-season dominance is translating into a resilient team in the playoffs.
Friday’s NFL notebook: Gronkowski listed as questionable
Also, it’s uncertain whether Khalil Mack will be able to play Sunday against the Patriots.
Portland’s growth spurs city to take new look at building convention center
A dramatic increase in hotel space has created demand for a center that could handle as many as 3,000 people, City Manager Jon Jennings says.
Poll: Many suspect Kavanaugh wasn’t completely honest
The survey also finds that the public was unimpressed by how major players handled the confirmation hearings.