Four high school football storylines to follow in Week 9
Intriguing playoff matchups in classes B, D, and the eight-man ranks are also among the things to watch.
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Portland sweeps A South cross country; Freeport, Waynflete girls repeat in B and C South
Portland’s Nora Schmidt and Marshwood’s Henri Rivard shine in Class A, and Greely’s Rowan Barry wins the Class B girls race on her home course.
Watch the Varsity Maine football highlights from Week 7
The best action from last week’s high school football games.
Somerset County marijuana grow cases stuck in court ‘logjam’
Finding interpreters has been a challenge as cases against several people charged in connection with busts of grow houses proceed to trial.
Winslow football bulldozes way to win over Madison
The Black Raiders rush for 507 yards in a key Class D North victory.
Winslow-Madison D North battle is central Maine football game of the week
The winner of Friday’s clash between the Black Raiders and the Bulldogs, both 5-1, will likely earn a bye in the Class D North playoffs.
Varsity Maine football honor roll for Week 6
The top gridiron performers in last week’s games.
In Bingham, juvenile crime has officials, residents looking for solutions
About 25 people attended a meeting with law enforcement and corrections officials Thursday to discuss an apparent uptick in crime committed by a small group of minors.
Support fundraisers for veterans, but end the practice of ‘toll bridges’ | Letter
Admirably, the Tariff-Belanger Post 39 of the American Legion and the Madison VFW 7865 are jointly raising money to support a veteran in need. Those who support this endeavor can contact either organization to donate; I am sure such generosity would be appreciated. I hope, also, that doing so will discourage the members of this…
High schools Monday: Winthrop freshman wins medalist honors at MVC qualifier
Drew Mertzel shoots 70 to help the Ramblers finish first and earn a spot in the Class C state championship.
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Lawrence football rolls past Mt. Blue in B North quarterfinal
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Hight Family of Dealerships honors local heroes with community appreciation BBQs
Events at Hight Chevrolet GMC and Hight Ford celebrate first responders with meals, donations, and community partnerships.
Not much movement in Varsity Maine field hockey poll
Skowhegan’s rise from third to second is the most significant change as top-10 teams remain alive in the postseason.
Depth, underclassmen boosting Bates College football
Thomas men’s soccer enters the postseason unbeaten in conference play, and the Division III hockey season gets underway.
Lewiston field hockey tops Messalonskee for historic playoff win
The Blue Devils defeat the Eagles on penalty corners to reach the regional semifinals for the first time.
Rusty Lantern store, gas station proposed for Waterville’s Main Street
Three buildings at 220, 222 and 224 Main St. would have to be demolished to make way for the development.
Waterville shooting suspect claims self-defense, police affidavit says
The man James Furrow is accused of shooting early Monday suffered injuries not considered life-threatening, according to the affidavit.
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