The former operator of the Cat service to Nova Scotia wins the bid for next year as the province tires of the current ferry’s cost and low rider numbers.
October 2015
Posted inNation & World, News
Pennsylvania police use shotguns to deflate wayward military blimp
Sensitive electronics onboard have been removed, but it could take days, or even weeks, to remove the blimp, says a U.S. Army spokesman.
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Posted inFood, Recipes
Make a Halloween cocktail that bubbles
When using dry ice, it’s important to follow a few common-sense rules.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Burton indicted on murder charge in Parkman woman’s killing
A Piscataquis County grand jury has indicted Robert Burton, of Abbot, on a charge that he killed Stephanie Gebo, of Parkman, in June.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Maine’s deer hunting season opens Saturday for residents
The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife has issued fewer deer permits this year as the population recovers from a severe winter last year.
Posted inMaine, News
No injuries reported after Readfield crash involving school bus, dump truck
The Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office said the low-speed crash caused only minor damage to both vehicles, and the dump truck driver was charged in connection with brake defects.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Plans for Waterville’s Christmas season underway
The new Festival of Trees joins Kringleville and the Parade of Lights and is expected to be ‘the most fantastic event of the Christmas season.’
Posted inCommunity
Skowhegan center recognizes long-time volunteers
Honored were Verna Lister and Edna Marshall.
Posted inBusiness
Pratt & Whitney named finalist in manufacturing awards
The North Berwick plant is cited for its commitment to continual improvements and customer satisfaction.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
House Republicans, eager to mend wounds, elect Paul Ryan as speaker
At 45, will be the youngest speaker since Rep. James Blaine, R-Maine, who was 39 when he took the job in 1869.