Thursday, Jan. 9 Thursday Coffee Hour – 55+, 10 to 11 a.m., McArthur Public Library, 270 Main St., Biddeford. Light refreshments will be served. FMI, email [email protected]. Next Stop Comedy, 8 p.m., Banded Brewing Co., Building 13-W, 32 Main St, Biddeford. A night of stand-up comedy featuring the funniest comics from Boston and beyond. Pottery […]
2025
Brunswick splits hockey doubleheader due to second-period scoring explosions
Dragons beat Falmouth/Scarborough girls, while Brunswick/Freeport boys fall to Cheverus/Yarmouth.
County Report: York County bids farewell to Major Kathryn Mone, Strafford County’s new sheriff
When Kathryn Mone arrived at York County Sheriff’s Office in April 2023 it was just at the right time, both for the agency, and for her. YCSO had just developed the new position of major of operations; Mone had 20 years of law enforcement experience in neighboring New Hampshire, including a four-year stint as […]
What to know about Jimmy Carter funeral in D.C., Jan. 9 federal holiday
The public will be able to pay their respects in D.C. starting on Tuesday. Here’s what to know.
County Report: With price guarantee approved, York County Recovery Center moves forward
York County Commissioners have signed off on a $21.9 million guaranteed maximum price for construction of the York County Substance Use Recovery Center. The five-member board made a unanimous vote on Dec. 18, the last meeting of the 2024 calendar year. It was a tangible sign that York County government’s commitment to alleviate the grip […]
Auburn council gifts land for ‘housing first’ project
If grant funds are awarded, the Auburn Housing Authority and Developers Collaborative would build housing for homeless people.
‘Forever chemicals’ are polluting water in an unexpected way — via prescription drugs
Researchers found that chemicals, including PFAS, from pharmaceuticals are entering into wastewater — which can be used as drinking water during times of drought.
Maine DHHS awarded nearly $17M for maternal health care
The funds are part of the Transforming Maternal Health Model, a new 10-year federal program designed to improve care for low-income patients.
First US bird flu death reported in Louisiana patient, officials say
The patient, who was older than 65 and had underlying medical conditions, was hospitalized weeks ago in critical condition with severe respiratory illness.
Cape boys build big lead, hold off Waynflete
Capers place four players in double figures en route to a 72-61 victory.