It is believed at 18 people have been killed in the escalating crackdown, and an Associated Press journalist is among those detained.
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Unity-based RSU 3 transitioning to 4-day-a-week, in-person learning
Students already doing in-person learning are scheduled to increase from two to four days per week beginning March 15.
Tuesday’s college roundup: No. 4 Illinois dismantles No. 2 Michigan, 76-53
Men’s basketball: The Illini keep Michigan from clinching the Big Ten title and boost their own chances at a No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament.
NBA roundup: Raptors will be short-handed when they return to floor
Toronto will have enough players to play Wednesday after a pair of games earlier this week were postponed for virus-related issues.
NHL roundup: Crosby placed on COVID-19 protocol list
Sidney Crosby will miss Tuesday’s gamer against the Flyers.
St. Albans residents to vote Saturday on proposed $1.29 million budget at annual Town Meeting
Voters are set to gather in person or through Zoom for the 9 a.m. gathering at the Town Hall.
Bowdoinham teen missing more than a week found safe in Brunswick
A tip on social media led the Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office to a Brunswick apartment where they found 14-year-old Kayleigh Beasley Tuesday afternoon.
Franco-American Collection presents online talk by Susan Poulin
Making the Invisible Visible: Bringing a Franco-American Perspective to the Stage & Page with Susan Poulin
Sidelines: University of Maine women’s basketball standout Blanca Millan enjoying best season of her career
There was no guarantee the 6-foot-1 guard would return to Maine after suffering a season-ending knee injury in 2019, but she’s thriving yet again, Travis Lazarczyk writes.
Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo confirmed as commerce secretary
During her hearing, the former venture capitalist said she would prioritize efforts to revitalize American manufacturing.