Many of the events echo the #MeToo movement, which has mobilized against harassment and sexual violence.
2018
Posted inLife & Culture, News
John Boyd, milliner to royalty who smartened up their fashions, dies at 92
He is credited with helping turn the Princess of Wales into a fashion icon.
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Posted inMaine colleges
UMaine faces Friars in Hockey East quarterfinals
Providence has dominated the Black Bears in recent years, but an improved Maine looks for a series upset.
Posted inNation & World
Waivers allow agencies to hire ex-lobbyists
This comes despite President Trump’s promises as a candidate to drain the swamp in Washington.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
America East women’s basketball championship game: Maine vs. Hartford
The Black Bears seek their first NCAA tournament berth since 2004.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Rep. Poliquin, other lawmakers push for more funds to fight opioid crisis
The 2nd District Republican wants the formula for allocating funds from a federal program changed to provide more money to smaller states with disproportionately big drug problems.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Point guard is key as UMaine women play for conference basketball championship
Freshman point guard Dor Saar will be critical to handling Hartford’s pressure in the America East championship game today.
Posted inNation & World, News
Trump and Kim Jong Un agree to historic summit to negotiate on nuclear weapons
The first meeting between a U.S. president and a North Korean leader offers a rare diplomatic opening, after months of threats.
Posted inNews
New York Times runs obits for people it overlooked in the past
To mark International Women’s Day, The Times starts the new column with obituaries for 15 women.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
South Portland seeks pier expansion ideas from fishermen, aquaculture operators
City officials looking to invest in the Portland Street Pier hope to tap growth in shellfish farming in Casco Bay.