Martindale’s Baker shines again after finishing third last year; players brace for tougher conditions.
2017
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Fight almost certain over funds for border wall
The $1.6 billion down payment is embedded in a $44 billion homeland security funding bill released Tuesday by the House Appropriations Committee.
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Maine charter school for performing arts overhauls model after rocky 1st year
A team evaluating Snow Pond Arts Academy cites concerns about a lack of some administrators, lack of training for some teachers and a $44,000 budget deficit.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Job openings dropped in May, but hiring rose
There were more quits than layoffs, a situation that is seen as good for the economy.
Posted inMaine, News
Homelessness in Maine drops 9 percent
Despite the positive numbers, Statewide Homeless Council acting director Cullen Ryan said there’s still a lot of work to do in the fight against homelessness, including continuing to solicit support from the private sector.
Posted inBusiness
Shareholders approve sale of Cabela’s
Bass Pro Shops will pay roughly $4 billion to purchase the outfitter.
Posted inMaine, News
Oakland native becomes new Skowhegan police chief
David Bucknam, 47, served 10 years with the Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office, finishing in 2015 as a detective.
Posted inBusiness
Microsoft aims to bring broadband internet to millions in rural U.S.
Maine is among 12 states that the company hopes to serve.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Future of new athletic complex at Messalonskee in hands of school board
RSU 18 board to decide whether voters see plans for $3.8M upgrade in November.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Takata air bag inflator once deemed safe added to recall list
Tests show that a type of dessicated inflator in 2.7 million U.S. vehicles poses a risk of a deadly rupture.