Last spring a group of girls at Skowhegan made a commitment to improve their soccer game by playing in an indoor league and throughout the summer. Friday, the Indians were rewarded for their effort, breaking a 48-game winless streak dating back to 2009, with a 2-1 win over Messalonskee.
September 2012
Gardiner High School briefly locked down
Gardiner Area High School was locked down briefly this morning after a former student confronted a current student inside the school.
Falmouth couple indicted for underage drinking party
Barry and Paula Spencer could face thousands of dollars in fines if they’re found guilty.
Senate candidates outline views in first debate
Summers and King show they have differences, but there are no back-and-forth arguments.
Embassies in 7 countries warn of possible attacks
The warnings, posted on the embassies’ websites, do not report any specific threat to Americans but note that demonstrations can become violent.
Collins blasts federal agency for wasteful spending
The General Services Administration has been under fire in Washington ever since news broke of a lavish 2010 conference in Las Vegas for managers and employees that cost more than $800,000.
Maine driver in 2008 fatal run-down charged with OUI
A Biddeford police alert leads to the arrest of Jason Brooks.
Romney: White House sent ‘mixed signals’ on attack
Romney is referencing a statement that was issued before the attacks, although he’s suggesting it came afterward.
US poverty rate unchanged; record numbers persist
The Census Bureau reports the number of Americans in poverty stood at 15 percent in 2011.