Winthrop Maine Historical Society will host Michael Goebel-Bain, the national register and survey coordinator for the Maine Historic Preservation Commission, from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 13. A business meeting will follow. The Winthrop resident will provide a broad overview of the national register program as it is administered in Maine. He will cover […]
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Oakland student earns Messalonskee High’s MPA award
OAKLAND — Gabriella Smart, daughter of Tim and Kerry Smart of Oakland and a senior at Messalonskee High School, has been selected to receive the 2021 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship. Throughout her four years at Messalonskee […]
Organization to host river historian via Zoom May 12
Friends of Merrymeeting Bay’s final scheduled presentation of its 24th annual Winter Speaker Series, “River History & the New Environmental Movement,” is to feature river historian Scot McFarlane. The event will be held via Zoom at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, and registration is accessible online at fomb.org. The direct link is zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYqdOuhqT8vH9FwbNcs68J4PW3SGo1hr-hM. The presentation […]
Firefighters respond to fire at University of Maine library
The fire at the Raymond H. Fogler Library was reported shortly after 9 p.m.
Fears of workplace shooting led to child porn charge against Portland man
A Portland business owner called the FBI after receiving an anonymous tip that an employee was a white nationalist who was buying guns and preparing for the collapse of society.
Walker returns, helps Celtics rout Magic
Kemba Walker scores 32 points after missing four games because of an injury, and Boston completes a season sweep against Orlando with a 132-96 win.
Augusta woman wins big on ‘Jeopardy!’
Jamie Carter Logan won more than $32,000 on the popular TV quiz show Wednesday evening.
Willie Mays, ready for his 90th birthday, lives in the hearts – and music – of fans
Willie Mays turns 90 on Thursday, and his legend even had an impact on the music culture – from John Fogerty to Bob Dylan to Wu-Tang Clan and many others.
NBA roundup: Embiid scores 34 points in 3 quarters as 76ers beat Rockets
Philadelphia wins its sixth straight, 135-115.
Franklin County budget committee sets date to review proposed $7 million budget
The Budget Advisory Committee elected Wilton Selectperson Tiffany Maiuri as chairwoman.