We’re near the epilogue of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, moments from the credit roll. So long as the Heat doesn’t play like it, that is.
June 2012
NHL: Thomas considering taking year off
BOSTON (AP) — Tim Thomas, who has emerged as one of the NHL’s top goaltenders despite an unorthodox style in hockey and in life, has told the Boston Bruins that he is thinking about sitting out next season — apparently for family reasons, general manager Peter Chiarelli said Friday.
Turnpike plans toll hike
The Maine Turnpike Authority has proposed a $26 million toll increase, largely to continue paying down debt associated with a massive widening project on Interstate 95 from several years ago, Director Peter Mills announced Friday.
HIGH SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD: Panthers seek titles again
The Waterville track and field teams have made it clear from Day 1 this spring that they were on a mission to successfully defend their Class B state championships.
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL: Panthers begin quest
WATERVILLE — The Waterville Senior High School baseball team was pleased with winning a third consecutive Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class B championship, but it’s a third straight state title the Purple Panthers have their sights on.
Jobs report a discouraging sign for economy
WASHINGTON — The American economy is in trouble again.
District 25 Democrats similar, different
WATERVILLE — The two Democratic candidates seeking the Senate District 25 primary nomination are more alike than different in their desire to create jobs and help people who are struggling.
Quebec says it hasn’t heard about highway since 2008
Authorities in Quebec say they’ve had no contact with Pittsfield -based Cianbro in regards to the proposed east-west highway since 2008
Hinck’s insurance, tax claims prove false
“General Electric is paying nothing in taxes right now.”
Baxter named Fulbright Scholar
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Maine State Government Summer Internship Program Selection Committee recently selected Alexis Baxter of Winslow for a 2012 summer internship position.