In two separate incidents over the weekend, skiers from New York collapsed on the slopes and were later declared dead of natural causes.
2016
Posted inNation & World
Japanese supply capsule delivers supplies and Christmas gifts to space station
The resupply is welcomed after a Russian supply ship was destroyed shortly after liftoff two weeks ago.
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Posted inNews
NTSB to release transcript from El Faro’s final voyage
The El Faro freighter sank in October 2015 during Hurricane Joaquin, killing all 33 crew members.
Posted inEditorials
Our Opinion: Time is now for all schools to test for lead
Despite all the attention given to contaminated water, more than 300 Maine school buildings still have not been tested.
Posted inColumns, Maine Voices, Only Online, Opinion
Maine Voices: Mainers should shun reviled Briton who campaigned for Brexit
Citing animosity and fears for his family’s safety, Nigel Farage says he is considering making a move to Maine.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Local hospitals fret over local control in MaineHealth consolidation plan
The board of the state’s largest health care network says operations would be more fair and efficient, but some network affiliates say local boards are in a better position to make decisions.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
EPA tightens water-quality standards to protect fish-eating Maine tribes
The rules appear to apply to only three rivers, but the state says the agency is overstepping and the decision will hurt some towns and businesses.
Posted inPolitics
Republicans showing inclination to oppose Trump in some areas
Key members of the Senate and House have been outspoken in challenging his views on Russia and its interference in the U.S. election, his potential conflicts of interest and his tough approach on some companies.
Posted inOp-Eds
Column: Awarenes of tipped-wage issue might have tipped Question 4 balance
Voters probably didn’t intend to triple tipped workers’ base pay, but that can be remedied.
