James Ross’ final day on the job is Tuesday; no reason was given for his abrupt departure.
April 2019
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Bad credit card debt is on the rise
The industry’s latest warnings build on developments in January when fourth-quarter results showed charge-off rates near the lowest in decades were coming to an end.
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Posted inNation & World
New study says universe expanding faster and is younger
A Nobel-winning astronomer says the universe is expanding faster than it used to, meaning the cosmos is considerably younger than we thought.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Without opposition, legalized sports gambling in Maine looks like a good bet
A U.S. Supreme Court decision lifted a federal prohibition on sports betting, opening up a race among states to get into the action.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Police didn’t coerce confession from suspect in officer’s killing, judge rules, so it can be used at trial
The judge did suppress a videotaped re-enactment of the shooting of Cpl. Eugene Cole, saying the defendant, John Williams, was too tired to make rational statements at that point.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Judge: Detectives did not coerce testimony in Cole murder case; controversial photo unnecessary ‘taunt’
Some statements by the man charged in the Somerset County deputy’s killing will be allowed at his upcoming trial.
Posted inNews
New Vineyard teenager accused of assaulting parents
The boy was arrested on felony assault charges and taken to Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
More rain raises flooding concerns along Maine’s rivers
The Androscoggin and Kennebec rivers are the most vulnerable to flooding.
Posted inBusiness, Lifestyle
Amazon to bring 1-day delivery to Prime members
The company hopes that cutting delivery times in half will make its $119-a year Prime membership more attractive.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Mills signs bill changing Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day in Maine
The recognition comes as Mills tries to smooth relationships between state government and the Native American tribes in Maine.