Foxborough, Mass. — Running the football has been an adventure for the New England Patriots this season. Injuries and inconsistency were issues early on as the Patriots struggled in short yardage and failed to produce a touchdown in the first three games. Jeremy Hill was lost for the year after he suffered a knee injury in […]
October 2018
These are the 11 victims of the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting
They were among the most faithful in the Tree of Life synagogue.
No miracle, just mistakes: Saints beat Vikings 30-20
New Orleans moves to 6-1 on the year.
Midcoast historic preservation projects get funding
TOPSHAM — A painted ceiling and a historic grandstand roof are the big winners when it comes to funding from the Maine Historic Preservation Commission. Last week, the commission announced that it would be doling out $125,922.99 in grants for historic preservation projects. Of the nine projects that will receive funding, two are in the […]
Bowdoinham finding answers to broadband issues
BOWDOINHAM — Bowdoinham is moving closer to a long-term solution for its broadband issues. ConnectME awarded the town a $40,000 grant in July to plan upgrades to its internet infrastructure. The agency works to bring better internet to underserved rural areas, The grant enables Bowdoinham to partner with Lincolnville Communications to design and engineer a […]
Photo gallery: Vendors and shoppers bundle up for chilly Brunswick farmers’ market morning
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Bath teen’s letter to Obama included in new book
BATH — Zoe Ruff never expected her letter to catch President Barack Obama’s eye. Not only did they catch his eye, her words will be preserved as part of a new book, “To Obama: With Love, Joy, Anger, and Hope” by Jeanne Marie Laskas, a collection of correspondence sent to the president over his two […]
Lisbon set to lift medical marijuana moratorium
LISBON — Lisbon is set to open the for business when it comes to medical marijuana retail. After a public hearing, the town council expects to repeal a moratorium on the facilities. Town Councilors enacted a 6-month moratorium at the beginning of September, but planners have been working on to set new regulations for businesses […]
Environmental group urges voters to take the long view
FREEPORT — As Election Day approaches Nov. 6, one environmental organization is encouraging all Mainers to vote – like an ancient species of fish would. Maine Rivers, the Yarmouth-based nonprofit aimed at protecting and enhancing the state’s rivers, is behind the “Vote like a Sturgeon” campaign. A window display reflecting the message and featuring a cartoon fish […]
For all the managerial moves, talent and execution made the difference
The Red Sox proved too much for the Dodgers en route to the World Series title.