Ranked next-to-last in the CAA in total defense, the Black Bears to make a stand in final playoff push
2016
Tom Caron: Red Sox may focus on bullpen needs, rather than shop for DH
The offseason begins in earnest this week as general managers gather for their annual meetings.
Casualties climb in battle against Islamic State
The fight for Mosul has quickly transformed into close-quarters urban combat with a high cost in lives.
UMF returns to NCAA field hockey tournament
Beavers return to tourney after nine-year absence.
Investors bet on Clinton victory
The market responds to the completion of the FBI investigation of Hillary Clinton’s emails.
Red Claws: Celtics’ draft pick a Maine focal point
Abdel Nader, drafted by Boston in the second round, figures to have a big role with the Claws.
Maine Warden Service suspends search for missing Piscataquis County woman
Diana Estey, 71, of Medford hasn’t been seen for more than a week, and a search party came up empty on Monday.
FOOTBALL NOTES: Punt returner a scoring threat for MCI
Josh Buker has 8 punt returns for touchdowns this season.
Commission likely to keep Gulf of Maine shrimp fishery closed
A Portland processor says that would hurt, but regulators appear to favor more time for the population to rebuild.
Down East area reopened to shellfish harvesting as level of biotoxin fades
The waters from east Penobscot Bay to Canada were closed in late September, forcing the recall of 5 tons of Maine clams, mussels and quahogs.