The student’s family has sought a temporary protection from harassment order against Patrick Engleright following the alleged incident at practice Dec. 19 at Messalonskee High School.
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Posted inMaine, Politics
Retired police officer selected as new chair of Maine Republican Party
Jim Deyermond of Sanford was selected as the next chair of the Maine GOP, and Scott Rocknak was picked as party vice chair in elections over the weekend.
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Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Little Brother Chinese Food closes in South Portland
The frozen dumpling business opened in Fork Food Lab in early 2021.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump team questioning civil servants about their loyalty
Removal of foreign policy and national security experts could deprive Trump’s team of expertise and institutional knowledge at a time when the U.S. is grappling with challenges in Ukraine, the Mideast and beyond.
Posted inNew England
Dazzling Ice Castles draw tourists to New Hampshire, other states
NORTH WOODSTOCK, N.H. — An annual architectural celebration of ice is up and running again in New Hampshire and several other states. Ice Castles, which are both temporary art installations and tourist attractions, feature towers, tunnels, archways and caves, all created by growing, harvesting and arranging thousands of icicles and then blasting them with sprinklers. […]
Posted inNation & World
Los Angeles wildfire deaths rise to 24 as more fierce winds are forecast
The National Weather Service is warning of a ‘particularly dangerous situation,’ with sustained winds of up to 40 mph and gusts in the mountains reaching 70 mph.
Posted inMaine, News
Skowhegan River Park still on track despite permitting delays
Organizers had hoped to have permits by the end of 2024, but construction could start this year.
Posted inMaine
Portland’s narrow gauge railroad to close temporarily to accommodate nearby construction
Construction on a luxury development along the eastern shore will force the tourist attraction to shut down for several months longer than expected.
Posted inMaine
Portland potters get their hands dirty
Interest in learning pottery has skyrocketed since the pandemic, studio owners say.
Posted inMaine
Police use of Maine’s yellow flag law spiked in final months of 2024
Gun reform advocates are aiming to force a red flag law referendum that they say would better protect society against gun violence.