A head-on collision in the Panhandle sets off a blaze that forces an evacuation.
June 2016
Posted inNews
Trump advocates economic nationalism
The Republican presidential candidate blames globalization for the demise of manufacturing jobs in the U.S.
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Senate advances bill to let passer-by smash window to aid pet in hot car
But that would be a last resort after trying other rescue measures, the Massachusetts legislation says.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Press Herald/Telegram series wins Loeb Award for excellence in business journalism
‘Payday at the Mill’ examined questionable financial dealings before a Maine paper mill went bankrupt, and prompted state and federal tax-credit reforms.
Posted inMaine, News
Don Skillings back as chairman of Skowhegan Board of Selectmen
Board Vice Chairman Paul York also was reappointed in the board’s first meeting since the election earlier this month.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Skowhegan man arrested Tuesday in connection with attempted robbery of Stony Brook Market
Joshua Johnson allegedly tried to enter the store Monday with a toy gun to get money for drugs.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Drug trafficking in Augusta brings 23-month prison term
Tymell R. Waters, of Manhattan, was sentenced Tuesday at the Capital Judicial Center.
Posted inLifestyle
Mack Rice, composer of ‘Mustang Sally,’ dies at 82
Rice’s credits include co-writing ‘Respect Yourself’
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Waterville panel begins sorting out plans for new river walk
The advisory committee has cited a public restroom, seating, plantings, art and historical displays as priorities.
Posted inBusiness
U.S. consumer confidence grows to highest level since autumn
The survey revealing a sunnier outlook was taken before Britain’s decision to leave the European Union.