And how about those adorable space puffins, the Porgs?
2017
Biddeford Fire Department gives boy a sweet ride
After hearing about a boy’s stolen red wagon, the firemen offered a replacement – and a chance to play fireman.
Disney buying much of Fox in $52.4 billion deal
The acquisition gives Disney a better chance of competing with the content and streaming services of Netflix and Amazon.
Bangor police agree to bring a rescue dog home in time for Christmas
Two Bangor officers will pick up the border collie puppy in Virginia to help a Waldoboro woman who called and asked.
Kentucky state lawmaker commits suicide after molestation accusations, reports say
State Rep. Dan Johnson died of a gunshot wound after a report was published alleging he molested a 17-year-old girl.
Man escapes from submerged car after driving into icy Gorham pond
Police say the 39-year-old driver swerved to avoid an animal and lost control of his car.
Arundel man charged with attempting to strangle woman
Police say Thomas Kimball, 22, was taken into custody shortly after the alleged assault Wednesday night.
Maine Turnpike Authority throws itself a birthday party
Consider this: Before the turnpike opened in 1947 it took drivers as much as a half day to drive on Route 1 from Kittery to Portland.
Check out the Portland area’s favorite food and drink spots of 2017
These are the restaurants and bars that our readers were most interested in this year.