So few tourists are coming to the Hawaiian island of Maui after last month’s wildfires that restaurants and tour companies are laying off workers and unemployment is surging.
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Canaan man convicted in woman’s death and seen as suspect in second woman’s death dies in prison
Shannon Atwood, 53, who died Thursday, was sentenced in 2009 in the death of Cheryl Murdoch and had been seen as a suspect in the death of his wife, Shirley Moon-Atwood, whose body has never been found.
‘That ’70s Show’ actor Danny Masterson gets 30 years to life in prison for raping 2 women
Masterson waived his right to speak before he was sentenced and had no visible reaction after the judge’s decision, nor did the many family members sitting beside him.
Biden nominates a former Obama official to run the Federal Aviation Administration
Whitaker’s nomination had been expected for months, and Biden’s announcement was praised by several industry and labor groups.
College football: Despite questions at quarterback, optimistic Colby eager for season
Mules feature nine strong returners — but still searching for a No. 1 quarterback to step up.
Men’s pro soccer team coming to Portland, slated for 2025 start
Local investors have been granted an expansion team by United Soccer League and will play games at Fitzpatrick Stadium, pending city approval.
Frequently flooded Skowhegan walkway set to be rebuilt after board approves plan
The town Planning Board this week approved a flood hazard development application submitted by New Balance.
Maine’s adult-use cannabis industry in full bloom
Sales continue to break records with August alone topping $21 million.
Denny Breau coming to the gazebo for Music for Mavis concert series
“Music for Mavis” Tuesdays at the Gazebo will host country music recording artist Denny Breau from 6-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at the gazebo in Turner. Breau will be joined by Deb Morin and her grand daughter as well as drummer Chris Hartog, bass player Billy Belskis and saxophoe player Pat Pepin. Denny’s rhythmically […]
Winslow man arrested in Waterville shooting that left one person wounded
Christopher McKenna, 25, was charged with reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon after shooting another person Wednesday inside the Country Kitchen Bakery Outlet at the intersection of Kennedy Memorial Drive and Airport Road, according to Waterville police Chief William Bonney.