The Latest on Hurricane Irma (all times local): 1:05 p.m. Schools and businesses were closed across Alabama as Tropical Storm Irma moved inland. The National Weather Service placed most of the eastern half of the state under a tropical storm warning. The remainder of the state was under a wind advisory. The Alabama Emergency Management […]
September 2017
Gardiner football falls to Cape Elizabeth
Tigers keep up but Capers hold.
Kennebec County Courts Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017
This is a roundup of cases closed Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017, at courts in Augusta and Waterville.
Miami woman delivers her own baby during hurricane
Irma’s powerful winds keep emergency crews from getting to her, but a conference call with paramedics helps her through the birth.
Hurricane Irma knocks out power for 2 million Floridians
A utility spokesman says Sunday afternoon that no one should expect a quick restoration of electricity.
Water empties from bay in Tampa, but folks warned to stay out
About 100 people were walking where a storm surge is expected to rush in.
Morning Sentinel Sept. 10 police log
Waterville area police reports for Sept. 10, 2017.
Turnout expected to be heavy for RSU 9 budget vote
A yes vote in favor of a million dollar cut that includes special education will have repercussions for the district and the residents of its towns.
16 years ago today: September 11, 2001
Recalling where we were and what we witnessed reminds us of what we need to do to survive, writes Amy Calder.
Two motorcyclists killed during charitable ride on I-95 crash in Augusta
The riders — Jamie Gross, 58, of Belmont, and Aaron White-Sevigny, 25, of Windsor — were participating in the United Bikers of Maine Toy Run when the accident occurred Sunday afternoon.