The Chamberlain case gained a place in pop culture after Meryl Streep portrayed Lindy Chamberlain in the movie ‘A Cry in the Dark.’
2017
Vassalboro residents vote to ban recreational marijuana establishments
A two-thirds majority voted for the ban during a special town meeting Monday.
Parker Beam, master distiller of Kentucky bourbon, dies at 75
Parker Beam’s career as a Kentucky whiskey maker spanned more than a half century.
Sociologist Zygmunt Bauman explored ‘liquid modern life’
The Polish-born Bauman also was a strong moral voice for the poor and dispossessed.
GM’s Chevy Bolt named top new or redesigned car at Detroit show
The Honda Ridgeline is chosen as the best truck, and the Pacifica minivan is honored as the top SUV.
Madison residents approve 180-day moratorium on marijuana retail sales, social clubs
Opponents of the move said the town should cash in on a budding new industry and be a pioneer in Maine.
State House leaders offer mixed reaction to LePage budget proposal
After a series of closed-door meetings Monday, Democrats said they are unlikely to go along with major portions of the governor’s spending plan.
Former Volkswagen executive arrested while vacationing in Florida
Oliver Schmidt, a resident of Germany, is charged with plotting to defraud U.S. regulators for his role in the vehicle emissions scandal.
HOCKEY NOTES: Rams see positives in weekend loss to Lewiston
Gardiner battle-tested through tight games, while freshman steps up for Messalonskee.
Jury selection set for Biddeford man charged with 29 counts of sex assault
Ralph Miller, 46, is accused of committing the assaults on various dates from January 2009 to April 2011.