Proulx, a Deering High School graduate, is the author of ‘Brokeback Mountain’ and ‘Shipping News.’
September 2017
Posted inNation & World
Story of ‘Frida Sofia’ trapped in earthquake rubble wasn’t true, Mexican officials say
The widely covered account that captivated the country after Tuesday’s 7.1-magnitude quake is denounced for distracting attention from real rescues.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
‘Hoax’ call of officer down in Fairfield came from a police radio, chief says
Police plan to charge the caller but so far have no suspects in an unusual case highlighting the vulnerability of Maine’s public safety dispatching.
Posted inNation & World, New England, News
Maine’s fate lies with a zombie hurricane as Maria moves north
The effects of the remnants of Jose on hurricane Maria make predicting the storm’s trajectory difficult.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Judge to release some court records in quadruple slaying case
The records were impounded after Orion Krause of Rockport was arraigned in the Sept. 8 killings in Groton, Mass.
Posted inNation & World
Left without power by Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico faces ‘humanitarian emergency’
The island’s entire grid was knocked out by the storm, so residents cannot light their homes, pump water or run much-needed air conditioners.
Posted inThe Maine Forecast
Is the current season of monster hurricanes the new normal?
Thanks to Harvey, Irma and Maria there’s been a lot of damage from tropical systems this year.
Posted inEditorials
Our View: In youth football, little collisions really add up
A new study shows tackle football before the age of 12 may be particularly harmful, and parent and coaches should pay attention.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine gubernatorial candidates on York County casino: Vote it down
Asked about their positions, all of the 2018 contenders who responded oppose the measure, citing better ways to help the state’s economy and concerns about the campaign’s backers.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Cannabis Report, News
Proposed marijuana rules would let adults buy online and at drive-thrus
Supporters say marijuana purchase regulations should mirror those for alcohol, but opponents warn against making it too easy to buy a drug that’s still illegal under federal law.