Meanwhile, snow causes widespread blackouts in Northern California and whiteouts in the Sierra Nevada.
2014
Out-of-staters’ share of Maine Turnpike tolls hits 66 percent
That’s up from 54 percent two years ago, as more Mainers get discounts using E-ZPass – and a reason to appreciate tourists.
Messalonskee boys basketball tops Brewer
Nick Mayo scored 25 points and reeled in 11 boards for the Eagles in a 59-39 win.
Monmouth girls shoot down Carrabec from long range
The Mustangs hit five 3-pointers in the second half to beat the Cobras 42-38.
Bulldogs regroup after Ramblers rout
Hall-Dale fell by 6 at Winthrop in its boys basketball season opener, but has racked up two wins since.
Skowhegan ponders replacing selectman
The chairman of the Board of Selectmen has been elected county commissioner, and state law says Newell Graf can’t hold both posts.
Mayo off to fast start for Messalonskee boys basketball
The varsity veteran scored 41 points and grabbed 16 rebounds in the Eagles’ opening win over Mt. Ararat.
Fundraising group gives Augusta $2M towards Lithgow upgrade
City officials have negotiated a proposal that would enable the library to use temporary space in a former hospital building while the $8 million expansion project is underway.
Thorndike 9-year-old publishes children’s story
The young author talked to Mt. Blue elementary students about rewriting the book 75 times with an editor and overcoming her struggle with reading while learning at her own pace.
Maine hockey ready to take on rival New Hampshire
The Black Bears play the Wildcats this weekend in Portland.