A geologist has discovered rocks in the Northwest Territories that may contain sponge fossils dating back 890 million years – potentially making them the earliest fossil record of animal life on Earth.
2021
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Franklin County officials, residents brainstorm ideas for $8 million in federal stimulus money
Franklin County commissioners held a countywide workshop Tuesday on what the county and towns’ allotment of American Rescue Act funds can be spent on.
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MLB roundup: Judge hits tie-breaking single in 10th as Yankees beat Rays, 3-1
Aaron Judge was not in the starting lineup, but came into the game as a pinch-hitter in the fifth inning.
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Life-saving kindness, bravery honored during state police annual awards
One woman was honored for stopping to help save a critically injured man, and a state trooper was credited with helping a distraught man by taking the time to listen to him.
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Acadia, other national parks exploring options after being ‘loved to death’
Maine Sen. Angus King led a congressional subcommittee hearing to discuss options for addressing overcrowding at national parks.
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Belle, the Oxford Hills therapy dog, knows when someone needs her
Nancy Hohmann and her golden retriever mix Belle are partners in brightening others’ days.
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Houck, Duran help Red Sox earn doubleheader split
Tanner Houck pitches four strong innings and Jarren Duran sparks the offense as Boston wins the nightcap against Toronto.
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Google delays return to office, mandates vaccines
The announcement comes as the more highly contagious delta variant is driving a dramatic spike in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
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Jonnu Smith can’t wait to make presence felt with Patriots
New England has lacked a receiving threat at tight end since Rob Gronkowski’s departure, but that should change this season with Smith and Hunter Henry.
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Clinton delays retirement plan changes for police, fire departments until next summer
The Board of Selectmen met Tuesday and discussed the retirement plan change, as well as the situation on True Road and a special meeting for next week to discuss taxes.