Indonesia: AirAsia plane climbed too fast, then disappeared

An excessively rapid ascent is likely to cause an airplane to go into an aerodynamic stall.

New privacy concerns over HealthCare.gov website

In a recent visit to the site, AP found that certain personal details — including age, income, and whether you smoke — were being passed along to advertising and Web analytics sites.

Five Chechens arrested in France, including 1 with explosives

A man arrested in the small town of Bezier said had been a resident 'for some time,' the mayor says.

Authorities to discuss arrests in alleged Lewiston heroin ring

Three men are charged with possession with intent to distribute drugs, and 11 others face a variety of drug charges.

Hall-Dale High School Robotics team plans craft fair

Event set for Saturday, Feb. 7.

New Sharon’s Blood earns dean’s list status

Maranacook Adult Ed lists January, February offerings

Visit maranacook.maineadulted.org, email adulted@maranacook.org, or call 685-4923, ext. 1065.

Home vegetable gardener class set for Skowhegan

University of Maine Cooperative Extension to host sessions.

Academy Hill School fourth-graders give donation to Western Maine Play Museum in Wilton

Students donate profits from annual Business Partnership with Hannaford Brothers.

Dresden’s Plourde named to dean’s list

Student recognized for academic achievement.