The impeachment trial wildcards are showing off their combined, potential influence over the deeply polarized Senate in only the third such proceedings in U.S. history.
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Posted inNation & World, Politics
Gavel time: Will Chief Justice John Roberts expand his impeachment role?
Lawyers, academics and lawmakers disagree about whether Roberts has the power to break a tie if lawmakers split 50-50 or even, on his own, to call witnesses.
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Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
UMaine football gets commitment from Randy Moss’ son
Montigo Navari Moss, a wide receiver at Fork Union Military Academy, announces on Twitter that he will play for the Black Bears.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Sidelines: For Oak Hill girls basketball, it’s a tale of two seasons
Raiders looking to cap another strong season with first playoff win in more than a decade, Travis Barrett writes.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Witnesses in murder trial offer conflicting opinions on defendant’s state of mind
The jury has heard from numerous mental health experts who have evaluated or worked with Bruce Akers since he was charged with murder in the June 2016 death of Douglas Flint, his neighbor in Limington.
Posted inMaine Celtics, Sports
Tacko Fall making strides midway through his rookie year
Coaches are excited by the progress of the 7-foot-5 center, who is back with the Red Claws after spending time with the Celtics.
Posted inVarsity Maine, Wrestling
Wrestling: Longtime coaches at Gardiner, Mount View, Nokomis keep grinding
After 20 years, Gardiner’s Matt Hanley, Nokomis’ Scott Preble and Mount View’s Hamilton Richards still driven by love of sport, community feel.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Brexit finally arrives Friday: A momentous yet quiet moment
On the eve of one of the most significant events in European Union history, the political eruptions have ceased and an uneasy quiet reigns.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Bicycle Coalition of Maine hires new executive director
South Portland resident Jean Sideris, an avid cyclist, worked for the Union of Concerned Scientists for 15 years, focusing on the agency’s climate and energy program.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Legislative committee endorses 2 nominees to Maine supreme court
Catherine Connors, an appellate attorney from Kennebunk, and Superior Court Justice Andrew Horton of Falmouth were approved on 11-0 votes and await final confirmation in the Senate.