Jayson Tatum and Marcus Smart each score 21 points as Boston opens the Eastern Conference semifinals with a 112-94 win.
2020
AP source: Paire out of US Open after positive COVID-19 test
Benoit Paire is the first player to test positive before the Grand Slam tournament, which starts Monday.
Skowhegan officials seek community input on public safety building
Town Manager Christine Almand says feedback from residents is necessary if the town is to move forward with planning and funding efforts.
Jimmie Johnson reflects after missing playoffs in final season
The seven-time NASCAR champ finished 17th at Daytona to miss the playoffs by six points.
Alaphilippe takes emotional win at Tour de France
Julian Alaphilippe, who led for 14 days at last year’s Tour, wins in memory of his father, who died in June.
Athletics game postponed by positive COVID-19 test
A member of the Oakland Athletics organization test positive, forcing the postponed of the A’s game against the Astros.
MLB notebook: Red Sox trade Moreland to San Diego
Boston will receive a pair of prospects in exchange for first baseman Mitch Moreland.
Thomas College receives $1.3 million grant to continue student-support program
The TRIO Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, provides support and services to first-generation college students and those who meet federal income-eligibility guidelines or have a documented disability.
Mercer woman lifts community one treat at a time
Linda Foster Kennedy has shared her baked goods from a table outside her house on Kynd Acres Lane since March 28, early in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Brunswick restaurant evacuated Friday due to downed power line
Police say no one was hurt before Central Maine Power Co., cut power to a live power line that landed on part of Joshua’s Restaurant and Tavern on Maine Street.