Mr. Thomas worked as a media relations specialist before turning to painting after moving to Maine in 2003.
2018
Winthrop burn victim in fair condition at hospital
The fire marshal’s office continues to investigate how Leon Deblois, who remains hospitalized in fair condition, was injured on Tuesday.
Tempers flare as Maine House approves ban on conversion therapy
The bill to prohibit state-licensed therapists from applying methods aimed at changing the sexual orientation or gender identity of minors fuels sharp conflicts.
Police arrest Athens man for allegedly trafficking cocaine, pills
In a raid the man’s residence, Somerset County officers seized $8,000 worth of drugs and $3,736 in cash.
Clinton wants Buddy McIntyre’s appeal of an order to tear down his house dismissed
McIntyre has appealed for more time to combat the order, but the town argues he has run out of time to appeal and the dangerous building must be demolished.
Three Maine food companies win specialty food awards in New York
Gelato, crackers and granola made in Maine take home sofi awards.
South Portland bank robbery suspect, 70, released from jail
Donald Sturton is released on personal recognizance after being unable to post $5,000 bail.
Women’s basketball: America East tourney will not return to Portland
Portland has hosted the tournament for the past two years, but a format change with higher-seeded teams hosting games eliminates the need for a central location.
Defense tries to remove prosecutors in Stockton Springs murder case
Attorneys for Sharon Carrillo say prosecutors made mistakes in issuing invalid affidavits in the beating death of 10-year-old Marissa Kennedy. Carrillo’s husband, Julio Carrillo, is also accused.
Trump orders top officials to look into rejoining trans-Pacific trade agreement
The Pacific Rim deal was intended by the Obama administration as a way to counter China’s influence, but Trump pulled the United States out of the pact in early 2017.