Bill O’Brien worked for the Patriots from 2007 to 2011.
2022
Turkish president offers to host Ukraine-Russia peace talks
The Turkish president visits Ukraine and underlined Turkey’s commitment to Ukraine’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, plus the 2 countries sign 8 agreements during the meeting, including a free trade pact.
Driver dies after pickup truck rolls over in Fairfield
Robert S. Camera, 55, of Norridgewock, was killed Wednesday when his pickup veered off Norridgewock Road, in the area of Pung Hill, police say.
Readfield-area schools superintendent urges board to keep mask mandate
In the monthly debate, Superintendent Jay Charette said it would not be a good idea to lift universal masking at this time.
‘Dune,’ ‘The Power Of The Dog’ lead British film award nominations
Benedict Cumberbatch, Leonardo DiCaprio and Lady Gaga are among those up for acting awards in this year’s British Academy Film Awards.
Colby College takes ownership of two Maine islands
Colby officials said the college in Waterville now owns Allen and Benner islands.
Maine National Guard members to deploy to Eastern Europe this spring
The deployment comes amid increase tensions between Russia and the United States, but a National Guard spokesperson says the exercise is not related to President Biden’s plan to send reinforcements to NATO allies.
Number of critical care patients with COVID-19 hits lowest point in Maine since November
Cases continue to rise in schools, however, and the state reported 18 more deaths Thursday, bringing the pandemic total to 1,777.
Islamic State leader blows up himself, family as U.S. attacks hideout in Syria
About 50 U.S. special operations forces landed in helicopters and attacked a house in a rebel-held corner of Syria, clashing for 2 hours with gunmen.
Bob Marley plans Rangeley show
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts plans to hosts Comedian Bob Marley for one show at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, at the RFA Lakeside Theater, at 2493 Main St in Rangeley. General admission tickets cost $36.50 and are available online at bmarley.com. For more information, visit rangeleyarts.org.