Weather forecasts were not looking encouraging for the season’s start today.
October 2012
UNE osteopathic school gets new dean
Dr. Douglas Wood takes over as dean of Maine’s only medical school this Friday.
WORLD SERIES: Scutaro single lifts Giants to Series sweep
DETROIT (AP) — Finally pressed in the World Series, the San Francisco Giants finished off a most unexpected and stunning sweep.
At least 88,000 without power as Maine officials assess storm damage
Flights from the Portland Jetport were still canceled this morning and the Amtrak Downeaster canceled all trains for the day.
Libertarians have different take on election
If their candidate for president gets 5 percent of the vote statewide, it could mean recognition.
Obama vs. Romney: Sultans of the swing states
Analysis: The president has more state-by-state paths to reach 270 electoral votes than his challenger.
Kennebec Journal area police log: Oct. 28, 2012
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At 3:01 p.m., theft was reported at McDonald’s on Bangor Street.
CLASS C CROSS COUNTRY STATE CHAMPIONSHIP: Hall-Dale overcame tough start
Hall-Dale cross country coach Chris Poulin thought a state championship was within reach for his boys team after last season ended, since his seven top runners were returning.
Church to serveas collection center
WHITEFIELD — Calvary Bible Baptist Church, 150 Grand Army Road, will serve as a collection center during Operation Christmas Child’s National Collection Week from Nov. 12 to 19, according to a news release.
Veterans’ Day annualticket auction Nov. 11
GARDINER — The Gardiner Elks Lodge will host its third annual Veterans’ Day ticket auction on Sunday, Nov. 11, at the lodge, 148 Cobbossee Ave.