The death-defying stunt was carried out at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, about 7 miles north of where the trade center stood.
August 2024
BenReuben’s Knishery in South Portland to close in September
Owner Graeme Miller said the restaurant is having one of its best years yet but has outgrown the space. He wants to open a full Jewish deli in a couple of years.
After baby’s death, Kentucky parents sue infant formula maker at center of 2022 crisis
The parents of Kentucky baby who died last fall after drinking bacteria-tainted infant formula are the latest to sue manufacturer Abbott Nutrition.
Baby lobsters at UNE will help inform DNA research
The University of New England is the home of two families of tiny, baby lobsters — dozens of them, each no larger than a thumbtack — which are currently being raised and studied by students and faculty as part of an ongoing, novel research project into the genetic basis for their rare coloration. Miniature crustaceans in […]
Parents of 3 students killed in Parkland mass shooting reach $50 million settlement with gunmen
Meanwhile, a surviving wounded student agreed to a $40 million settlement, according to recently filed court records.
South Portland teen gets year of probation on arson charge
The 17-year-old was acquitted last month on separate charges that he plotted to carry out a school shooting.
Fewer Americans filed for jobless benefits last week
But applications remain at slightly elevated though not troubling levels.
Library Links: Author event takes place in Biddeford Aug. 29
Seven years ago I wrote a fan letter to New York Times Bestselling author William Kent Krueger. I am a huge fan of his Cork O’Connor series and his beautiful book “Ordinary Grace.” I had noticed he was a keynote speaker at New England Crime Bake, a gathering for mystery authors. In the message, I […]
France warns of nuclear cuts as European heat intensifies
The French utility uses water to cool its reactors before releasing it into the rivers, and overheating the waterway can threaten fish and other wildlife.
Obituary: Danielle L. Abbott
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Danielle Lynn Abbott, 41 of Saco, formerly of Farmingdale. Danielle was born in Augusta, Maine on Aug. 13, 1982, to Pam Magee and Darren Vogel. She attended school in Farmingdale, graduating from Hall-Dale High School where she made many lifelong friends. She […]
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