U.S. Sen. Angus King, an independent, slammed House Republican efforts to overhaul the nation’s health care system just hours before a vote was canceled and the bill was withdrawn.
March 2017
Posted inNews, Sports
Transgender high school wrestler may compete against boys
After winning the girl’s state title, Mack Beggs finally will be allowed to wrestle boys under USA Wrestling’s new policy.
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Posted inBusiness
Maine blueberry growers cut back amid falling prices
The state produces the most wild blueberries but is in competition with high bush growers, other countries.
Posted inMaine, News
Arundel company charged after fishy spill on Kennebunk road
Police say a Dubois Livestock & Excavating truck spilled part of its load early Thursday morning, creating a messy commute.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Massachusetts developer poised to buy Scarborough Downs for project that may include racetrack
A group of investors led by Thom Powers is interested in residential, commercial and recreational development on the nearly 500-acre parcel – but not a casino.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
New details revealed in Sidney home invasion case
Dreaquan Foster, who was shot by the homeowner’s son, apparently walked to the Lyons Road home after abandoning a stolen car on Interstate 95 northbound when it ran out of gas.
Posted inMaine, News
Fire damages Troy house severely
Fire Chief Daniel Nealley said the fire started in an electrical box and spread quickly, as the building on Barker Road was very old.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Belgrade snowshoer leaves art in Augusta area fields
Several huge designs were created in the snow by carpenter Jason Cote.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Amid build-up to GOP health bill’s failure, Maine’s Poliquin stays mum on stance
Political observers said U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin, R-2nd District, would have faced a predicament either way he voted on the controversial legislation.