The court says it will add a Michigan case that focuses on a voter-approved prohibition on affirmative action and the appeals court ruling that overturned the ban.
March 2013
Winning $2.3 million lottery ticket sold in Waterville
A $2.3 million lottery ticket was sold at the Cumberland Farms store on College Avenue in Waterville over the weekend, state lottery officials announced Monday.
Thomas College student wanted by NYPD arrested in Waterville
Eimel E. Evans, 19, wanted by the New York City Police Department on charges of attempted murder, firearm possession, assault and gang assault, was arrested in Waterville on Monday.
Spring snowstorm hits central states, pushes east
Light rain and snow were falling in New Jersey this morning as the storm moved in after dropping 2 to 6 inches in Ohio.
Charter panel questions Baxter board in aftermath of firing
Members of the Maine Charter School Commission press the board to explain how the firing of the school’s founder might affect the school’s financial standing, academic plan and possible enrollment.
Australian earns bravery award for grabbing shark
Trevor Burns, who had been on a family vacation with his family when the shark attacked, says he’s not sure if he would repeat such a heroic act.
Harrison church damaged by fire to reopen for Easter
Sunday’s service will be the first at the United Parish Church since fire heavily damaged the basement kitchen on Sept. 1.
Kerry in Afghanistan to prod Karzai on future ties
Kerry’s visit comes as President Hamid Karzai has infuriated U.S. officials by accusing Washington of colluding with Taliban insurgents to keep Afghanistan weak.
Newtown residents upset about NRA robocalls
Town residents say the automated calls from the NRA began last week and urge people to tell their state legislators to oppose gun control proposals.
Maine gas prices continue downward trend
Maine prices are now nearly 12 cents per gallon lower than at the same time last year.