The Massachusetts Republican Party reaffirms its backing of capital punishment for criminals who kill police officers.
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Posted inMaine
Inmate attempts suicide at Cumberland County Jail
The inmate was stopped in time and was not seriously injured, jail officials said Wednesday.
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Posted inSports, Track & Field, Varsity Maine
Outdoor track preview: Veteran coaches are abundant in southern Maine
In a sport where no athletes are cut, many coaches have led their programs for 25 years or longer.
Posted inMaine, News
Islesboro residents outraged by new flat-fare structure that will double cost of ferry trip
But an official on North Haven says most residents of the 6 Penobscot Bay islands served by the state ferry service welcome the $11 round-trip fare to any of the islands.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
House panel OKs tighter food stamp requirements
Democrats say the legislation would toss up to 2 million people off the program.
Posted inMaine
Maine to receive more than $2 million to fight opioid epidemic
The federal money is part of $485 million split among the 50 states and four U.S. territories.
Posted inNation & World
Cuba selects new president from outside Castro family
Miguel Mario Diaz-Canel Bermudez will succeed Raul Castro.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Suspects fire shots when marijuana caregiver confronts them trying to break in
The homeowner tells police that one of the 3 suspects may have shot himself in the foot.
Posted inBoys Lacrosse, Sports, Spring sports, Varsity Maine
Lewiston boys lacrosse gets best of Cony
Wilson scores eight goals to lead Blue Devils to emphatic win over Rams.
Posted inSports, Spring sports, Varsity Maine
High school roundup: Waterville baseball rolls over Winslow
Two Panther pitchers combine on 3-hit shutout.