NEW YORK — Any momentum gained from a long night of negotiations between the NHL and the players’ association seemed to have been lost Thursday when the sides remained mostly apart.
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MEN’S COLLEGE HOCKEY: After early struggles, Maine on a roll
The University of Maine men’s hockey team walked into the Cumberland County Civic Center for practice Thursday afternoon with a swagger absent since the season began in early October.
Judgeship for Kayatta reactivated
President Obama pushes for speedy confirmation of the Cape Elizabeth lawyer whose 1st Circuit seat was frozen by politics.
Waterville mayor outlines city’s 2012 accomplishments
WATERVILLE — Mayor Karen Heck cites the police station project, opera house and airport renovations and the hiring of a new Thomas College president as some of the city highlights of 2012.
Changes to Waterville’s city ward system proposed as city charter readies for revamp
WATERVILLE — Mayor Karen Heck’s suggestion that the city consider changing its ward system of government drew both support and opposition Thursday.
Weather has central Maine teeth chattering
Subzero temperatures descended on the region early Thursday morning, leading to increased use of warming centers and a warning from a wilderness survival expert to be smart about the cold.
Kennebec Valley Chamber to honor advocate for trails Seitzinger
AUGUSTA — Mike Seitzinger is helping pass on his love of hiking to the community by giving people the opportunity to get outside, stretch their legs and explore the outdoors in the heart of the city.
Stokes, other Augusta officials, sworn in
AUGUSTA — Officials elected in November and taking the oath of office Thursday said they’ll work to help the city and schools grow and remain vital through the ongoing tough financial times.
King sworn in as independent U.S. senator
The former Maine governor takes the seat vacated by Sen. Olympia Snowe