Commentary
2014
Three die in two crashes in Maine
Crashes in Vassalboro and Waldoboro occur Friday afternoon.
Police name woman, 18, killed in Vassalboro crash
Maine State Police said Aundria St. Amand, of South China, was killed instantly in the crash just before 2 p.m. Friday.
Rare sighting of bowhead whale in Cape Cod Bay
Even sightings in the colder waters off Maine or New Hampshire are unusual.
Maine trooper has close call with wild turkey
As he approached a flock of birds on Interstate 95, one of them flew directly into his windshield.
Volunteers sought for Fairfield Days festivities
FAIRFIELD — Fairfield Days 2014 is set for Saturday, June 14. The theme is Our Nation’s Flag — A Symbol of Pride. Plans include stargazing at Mills Island Park (weather permitting) Friday, June 13. A 5k Run/Fun Walk and breakfast is set for Saturday at the Community Center. The parade will begin at 10:30 a.m., […]
After school programs set for area youth
The Healthy Community Coalition of Greater Franklin County is collaborating with area organizations to offer after school programs to get kids physically active. The programs provide a structured opportunity for kids to learn a new skill and get healthy at the same time. Many programs are also working with the 5210 Let’s Go! program to […]
Celebrate spring with Farmington Historical Society
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Historical Society will celebrate spring and the community to the North Church with dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by a 7 p.m. concert Saturday, May 3, as it opens its doors in Farmington’s historic downtown. Native Oak, a Farmington area band, has been playing at local venues for more than 15 […]
Hawaii lawmakers agree to end loophole for police sex with prostitutes
Honolulu police asserted that vice officers needed the exemption to prevent pimps and prostitutes from knowing the limits of police methods.
Triple murder suspect got U.S. visa through Portland group
Ibragim Todashev has ties to the Boston Marathon bombers and was killed by FBI agents last year.