Maine Basketball Hall of Fame member takes over defending Class B state champion Black Raiders.
2018
Portland council seeking unity on model for new homeless shelter
Councilor Kimberly Cook decides not to ask for a council vote on replacing the city’s adult facility with a single city-run shelter while a committee considers its recommendation.
Monmouth girls basketball team surprised by sudden coaching change
Some players acknowledge Scott Wing’s dismissal came as a jolt to the program.
Farmington planning board approves solar project
The decision represents one of the last major hurdles before NextEra can start on construction of the 490-acre project.
Ivanka Trump used personal account to send emails about government business
Some advisers to the president fear that his daughter’s reported practices are similar to those for which Hillary Clinton was criticized.
White House to restore Acosta’s pass — with a warning
The White House said reporters would be permitted one question each if called upon at news conferences and allowed follow-ups only at the discretion of the president.
University system captures extra $15 million, reports $8.2 million surplus
The extra funds are attributed to better-than-expected investment income, cost-cutting and an increase in tuition revenue from out-of-state students.
Cony and Gardiner hockey teams welcome new head coaches
Former assistants Johnson and Wing guide Rams, Tigers on first day of winter practices.
Happening tonight: Waterville Parade of Lights and opening of Kringleville
The annual events typically draw thousands to the city’s downtown to help usher in the holiday season.
In threat to Pelosi, 16 Democrats sign letter saying they’ll back new leadership
An additional 5 House Democrats, including Congressman-elect Jared Golden, D-2nd District, say they’ll oppose her but didn’t sign the letter.