He is well-liked by both parties, making his confirmation more likely and frustrating liberals.
January 7, 2017
LOCAL ROUNDUP: Boone lifts Rangeley boys
Basket in final second gives Lakers win over Vinalhaven.
A perfect match
Messalonskee wrestlers find home at rival Skowhegan
Hallowell council set to tackle bonding, Stevens Commons at meeting
The meeting will begin with a joint workshop including the Planning Board to discuss the Stevens Commons master plan.
Race to Remember raises money at Kents Hill for local skiers, honors murdered Fayette teen
Proceeds from Saturday’s event honoring Marlee Johnston, who died in 2005, also will help defray tuition costs for students who want to attend Kents Hill School.
Massachusetts snowmobiler dies after fall through lake ice in Oakland
The man, 52-year-old Richard Dumont, was driving on Messalonskee Lake near the Oakland boat landing when the accident occurred Saturday afternoon.
Lobster prices high as catch drops, China imports climb
Winter months are an important time for exports to lobster-crazy China, which is causing demand at a time when supply is low.
Much of East Coast smarting from storm’s blow
The unpredictable storm leaves some areas with much different outcomes than neighboring counties.
Central Maine business briefs
McKee Law, in Augusta, adds Henry Beck to firm as associate attorney.
Lewiston holds off Cony
Bowie makes 35 saves, but Rams can’t crack Blue Devils.