October 2018
Risk of streaming fatigue as Walmart, AT&T, Disney join fray
NEW YORK (AP) — As Walmart, AT&T and Disney join stalwarts such as Netflix in streaming video and creating original shows, a reality sets in: Not all will survive. Over the past week, Walmart announced plans to partner with MGM Studios on original shows for Walmart’s video-on-demand service, Vudu, while AT&T’s WarnerMedia said it would create its […]
First Responders humbled by Firehouse Subs grants
BIDDEFORD — Every day, first responders across York County put their lives on the line to protect others, but on Thursday morning some of these selfless public servants were humbled to be awarded $84,321 in grant money to continue their invaluable work in saving lives. In a special ceremony in Biddeford, representatives of the Firehouse […]
Mustangs on a mission
The Massabesic High School football team may be sitting at 0-5, but if you stopped by one of the Mustangs’ practices this week you wouldn’t know it. “Coming into this week we are bringing a lot of intensity. We just had one of the most highly intense practices we’ve had all year and we’re ready […]
Arraignment set for Sanford manslaughter suspect
ALFRED — The Sanford woman facing manslaughter and 14 other charges in connection with a hit-and-run death after her car careened around a ball field during a June Babe Ruth baseball game in Sanford will be arraigned Nov. 9. Carol Sharrow is charged with killing Douglas Parkhurst of West Newfield. Shad been scheduled for a […]
Tariffs on exports to China continue to hobble Maine lobster dealers
American lobster exports to China continue to plummet as the industry struggles with stiff trade barriers activated in July on its second-largest export market. About 85 percent of the lobster exported from the U.S. originates from Maine waters, but some is shipped from other states and not reflected in Maine’s total exports. Still, Maine and […]
With LeBron gone, Eastern Conference set for a new champion
The roadblock has been removed. With LeBron James gone, the path to the NBA Finals from the Eastern Conference is open again. Boston, Philadelphia, Toronto and more are hoping to win the race to it. James ruled over the East for eight years, making four straight trips to the finals from Miami and then moving […]
Saco purchases land for industrial park use
SACO — The city of Saco is increasing its industrial park property with the recent purchase of 65 acres on Route 1. The Boulos Report real estate newsletter reported the September sale of 841 to 853 Portland Road by The Portland Road Realty Trust to the City of Saco. According to a real estate listing, […]
Anne Brown
Notice of Celebration of Life The family and friends of Anne Brown are planning a gathering to remember and celebrate her life. Join us at the Merriconeag Grange on Harpswell Neck Road on Saturday, October 20 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a pot luck meal and a chance to share your memories. RSVP to […]
The New School to co-host Pop Up Party
The New School is co-hosting with Community Outreach Services of the Kennebunks a Pop Up Party from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25. This party open to the public and features brick-oven pizza, music, and beverages. Admission by donation of non-perishable food item for Community Outreach Services. The New School is at 38 York St. […]
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