Sarah Burke played a major role in having superpipe skiing added to the 2014 Sochi Olympics, and she would have been a favorite for the gold medal.
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COLLEGE CONNECTIONS: Vallee sets sights on N.E. title
TJ Vallee has learned a lot about his sport since joining the Bridgewater State University wrestling team last year. But he already possessed the attributes that have made him the No. 1 ranked wrestler in New England in his division and weight class.
COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Tough start forces Mules to adjust
In its first season after Dick Whitmore’s 600-win coaching career, the Colby men’s basketball team knew things would be different. The Mules have adjusted and now just need a little luck.
Fairfield police log Jan. 20
The Fairfield Police Department reported the following activity Jan. 20:
Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office log Jan. 20
The Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office reported the following activity Jan. 20:
Oakland police log Jan. 20
The Oakland Police Department reported the following activity Jan. 20:
Sen. Dill, newcomer Pollard join race to unseat Snowe
Dill, a Cape Elizabeth Democrat, and Pollard, a Portland homebuilder, enter the Democratic primary race against three-term U.S. Sen. Snowe.
Mills touts tools available to businesses
U.S. Small Business Administrator Karen Mills says her elevation to a Cabinet-level position reflects President Obama’s emphasis on small businesses.
Blues singer Etta James dies at 73
”I wanted to be rare, I wanted to be noticed, I wanted to be exotic as a Cotton Club chorus girl,” James wrote in her autobiography “Rage to Survive.”. . . Watch a YouTube video of her singing “At Last.”