The artifacts were brought to the U.S. by a government contractor who handed them over when confronted by investigators.
March 2015
France may consider criminalizing ads with anorexic models
Modeling agencies would have to produce medical reports showing their models have maintained a healthy mass-to-height ratio.
Gas prices dip nearly 2 cents in Maine
The average price per gallon in Maine is 2 cents above the national average.
Defense spending pits Republican hawks against budget cutters
A Republican budget will propose major cuts to programs for the poor and elderly, while hawks consider adding money to an overseas account as a way to get around automatic Pentagon cuts.
Next session of Hope’s Place to begin April 2 in Waterville
Group will meet Thursdays through May 7.
Vince Wilfork signs with Houston Texans
The five-time Pro Bowler won two Super Bowls with the Patriots.
Hundreds of starving sea lion pups stranding on California beaches
More than 1,100 pups – five times the usual number – have been rescued since January from beaches, but also from inside public restrooms, behind buildings and along railroad tracks.
Betty White getting Daytime Emmy lifetime achievement award
The awards show will air April 26 on the Pop network.
Panel OKs nominee for head of Maine Technology Institute
Brian Whitney has held the post in an acting capacity since August after the institute’s former director, Robert Martin, was ousted by Gov. LePage.
Press Herald reporter Scott Dolan presented with freedom of information award
The Maine Freedom of Information Coalition praises Dolan for challenging a judge’s gag order and protecting public access.