The rider was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Kelley Bouchard
Staff Writer
Kelley writes about some of the most critical aspects of Maine’s economy and future growth, including transportation, immigration, retail and small business, commercial development and tourism, with emphasis on consumer issues, sustainability and minority ownership. Her wider experience includes municipal and state government, education, history, human rights, health and elder care, the environment and the housing crisis. A Maine native and University of Maine graduate, she was a college intern for two summers at the former Lewiston Evening Journal. She previously worked at the Ipswich Chronicle, Beverly Times and Salem Evening News in Massachusetts. Favorite pastimes include gardening, cooking for family and friends, streaming foreign TV series and kayaking at camp.
Obama names head of new consumer agency
Richard Cordray most recently served as head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s enforcement division and is a former attorney general of Ohio.
Officials revisit Downeaster plan in light of locals’ concerns
State officials are considering three sites for a train layover and maintenance stop in Brunswick in response to neighbors’ objections to the first site selected by the New England Passenger Rail Authority.
Concern by residents prompt review of Downeaster plan
State officials are considering three sites for a train layover and maintenance stop in Brunswick in response to neighbors’ objections to the first site selected by the New England Passenger Rail Authority.
Brunswick public forum targets Downeaster plan
The Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority and the Maine Department of Transportation are preparing to extend Amtrak service north of Portland in late 2012.
Falmouth resident, 91, wants to end his life
FALMOUTH — Norman Morse has always been decisive.
Forum to feature governor’s story of tough upbringing
Gov. Paul LePage will share his personal story of rising above poverty at a community forum on Wednesday hosted by LearningWorks.
Sen. Collins wins children’s advocacy award
The award recognizes her support for federal matching funds to states that offer health insurance to families with children.
Bike swap attracts 1,900 people from across Maine
Held in Portland, the 10th annual event offers 565 bicycles for sale and finds new homes for about two-thirds of them.