The naval aviator and test pilot helped rebuild NASA’s space shuttle program after the Challenger explosion before leading the space agency from 1989 to 1992.
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Posted inNation & World, News
First baby right whale of season dies from injuries caused by ship collision
The calf, found dead off Georgia, had first been seen on Jan. 3 with injuries to its head from a vessel strike, NOAA said in a statement.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Maine high court considers whether vacated Portland manslaughter conviction should stand
Mark Cardilli Jr. shot and killed his sister’s boyfriend, Isahak Muse, during a fight at the Cardillis’ Portland home. State prosecutors are challenging a decision last year that vacated his conviction and ordered a new trial.
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Ammo supplier says he provided no live rounds in fatal shooting of cinematographer by Alec Baldwin
‘Rust’ movie armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed is charged with involuntary manslaughter and evidence tampering in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Posted inSports
Patriots put seldom-used transition tag on Kyle Dugger
Safety Kyle Dugger can still explore free agency, but New England will have the chance to match any offer he receives from another team.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
North Yarmouth Historical Society to talk about old tools
The North Yarmouth Historical Society will present a new program dedicated to understanding old tools Sunday, March 10, at the Old Town House. Starting at 2 p.m., guest speakers Dave Coffin and Art Gaffer will share their expertise and passion on historic tools found in Maine. Coffin, of Pownal, has been collecting old tools from […]
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Yarmouth community rallies to find lost dog
When Yarmouth resident Kate Harnden noticed her Russell terrier, Lily, was missing last week, she immediately jumped into action, and so did the Yarmouth community. After posting on Facebook alerting the town, Harnden received over 60 comments from friends and other Yarmouth residents promising to keep their eyes peeled for the little dog. Last seen […]
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Greely High School ‘lets loose’
Greely High School will put on their production of the beloved musical “Footloose” from March 22 to 24 at the Greely Center for the Arts in Cumberland. The classic movie musical includes new songs in combo with the powerhouse hits from its Oscar-nominated score. “Footloose” celebrates the exhilaration of youth, the wisdom of listening to […]
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Boys’ hockey: Class A title chase ‘totally up in the air’ with semifinals on tap
The semifinals will take place Wednesday at Cross Insurance Arena, followed by the Class B South championship game.
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KyleCares officer named Greely Student of the Month
Greely High School student Finlay “Fin” McLean recently received the honor of Student of the Month from the Cumberland/North Yarmouth Lions Club. As an officer of the student mental health awareness group KyleCares, McLean works to end the stigma around mental illness and offer support for those in the Greely community who may need it. […]