Prime Minister Boris Johnson has resisted tightening restrictions in England.
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College roundup: Wake Forest routs fill-in Rutgers in Gator Bowl
The Demon Deacons score on their first three drives and easily beat the Scarlet Knights, who replaced Texas A&M.
Waterville man, 22, arrested after eluding officer, police say
Malachai Baskins is facing seven charges stemming from a police chase Thursday afternoon that ended in a crash at a car dealership and him fleeing into the woods on foot, authorities said.
Kenney Awards shifting to outdoor summer event to celebrate 90 years of chamber of commerce
Following a virtual ceremony because of the pandemic, the annual Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce Kenney Awards will be held in-person in July at Mill Park to celebrate the business organization’s 90 years in Augusta.
College notebook: After holiday break, basketball teams get back on the hardwood
UMaine-Farmington men ready for grueling trip; Winthrop standout Jake Umberhind will continue football career at Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
Bruins notebook: Forward lines shaken up as Boston prepares for return
Coach Bruce Cassidy breaks up Boston’s top line of Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron and David Pastrnak to create more depth.
Betty White, charming and enduring star of television, dies at 99
She was a TV mainstay for over 60 years and would have turned 100 on Jan. 17.
NHL roundup: Devils top Oilers in overtime
Playing without Coach Lindy Ruff after a positive COVID-19 test, New Jersey rallies for a 6-5 win.
NFL notebook: Vikings QB Kirk Cousins added to COVID-19 reserve list
Minnesota will be without its quarterback, who is unvaccinated, when it faces Green Bay on Sunday.
Georgia overpowers Michigan, sets up rematch with Alabama for CFP title
The Bulldogs will get another shot at their SEC rival in the national championship game after a blowout win in the Orange Bowl, 34-11.