Trump campaign adviser George Papadopoulos told the diplomat that Russia had thousands of emails that would embarrass Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton, and the diplomat tipped off the FBI, The New York Times reports.
2017
Bitter cold warms hearts of Maine ice fishermen
A game warden says the cold snap has gotten the season off to a good start.
Former top Clinton aide’s emails finally released
The FBI had found Huma Abedin’s emails on the laptop of her sex-offender husband, former U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner.
Federal regulators question Maine pulp company’s dam plan
They say a dam on the U.S.-Canada border would still need a license if part of it is given to the state.
Idexx plans headquarters expansion in Westbrook
The company files a notice of intent with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection and plans to hold a public meeting in January.
Embden crash sends two to hospital
Cpl. Ritchie Putnam says Edward Boyer attempted to make left-hand turn when he drove into the path of Daniel Hubbard.
Central Maine Dec. 30 police log
Central Maine police reports for Dec. 30, 2017.
Wayne couple helps poor Mexican family build new home in sign of neighborly connection
Molly and Steve Saunders said the home-building effort came about when they met Antonia Dzul, a restaurant worker, as they were traveling on the Yucatan Peninsula.
Central Maine Business Briefs
Sen. Bellows to speak at Winthrop Lakes Region Chamber’s 2018
Activist Erica Garner, daughter of NYC police chokehold victim, dies at 27
Eric Garner’s death in 2014 set off national protests.