Pressured by fellow Republicans, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio votes in favor of the nomination, despite reservations about rex Tillerson’s views on Russia.
2017
Second bond reading, fire services vote expected at Hallowell meeting
The $2.36 million bond package includes more than a million dollars for the Stevens Commons redevelopment and Water Street reconstruction project.
High school sporting events postponed
Inclement weather in forecast once again alters slate.
Housing in Augusta key to safe senior living
Safe, accessible, affordable and warm housing can be found all over the city — on both sides of the Kennebec River, writes Sara Grant.
Lewiston women left child in car while they robbed Biddeford store, police say
The women are accused of robbing the 7B Corner Store at gunpoint Sunday evening.
New charge of robbery added against Skowhegan man in pharmacy hold-up
Damien Towers, charged with stealing drugs and possession of drugs, was released on bail Monday to get drug counseling.
Car set to be repossessed is stolen in Fairfield
A 2011 Nissan Ultima on Crane Drive had been signed back over to the bank, but it turns out the vehicle was actually stolen, police said.
Tom Brady on Trump: ‘It’s just a friendship’
The quarterback says he doesn’t want it to be a distraction for the Patriots heading into the Super Bowl.
Greely High graduate killed while walking cross-country for environmental cause
Mark Baumer was hit by an SUV while walking barefoot to raise awareness and money to fight climate change.
York County casino plan qualifies for statewide vote in November
The Las Vegas gambling entrepreneur who paved the way for what is now Hollywood Casino in Bangor has set his sights on Maine’s southernmost area.