Thomas Thornton makes 30 saves to lift Capital Region, and Poland/Leavitt/Oak Hill/Gray-New Gloucester Kings goes 0-for-5 on the power play.
Winter sports
Sidelines: Penalties still a problem for Gardiner boys hockey team
Even in a season-opening win over Messalonskee, Tigers show some old habits are hard to break.
Boys basketball notebook: Mt. Abram off to quick start
The Roadrunners build off last season’s modest success to open the season 3-0.
Hockey notebook: Messalonskee earns signature win
Eagles open eyes in season opener; Cony/Hall-Dale/Monmouth faces tough early stretch.
Class C girls basketball: Winthrop strong again, but MVC runs deep
Ramblers return their firepower, but Monmouth, Hall-Dale, Madison aim for top spots as well.
Class A boys basketball: Cony favorite in tight KVAC A North
Rams earned 11 of 12 first place votes in annual preseason poll.
Class B boys basketball: Maranacook at top of playoff pack
Black Bears contender in Class B South, MCI hopes to make run in Class B North.
Class D basketball: Tight East/West Conference races expected
Forest Hills, Rangeley and Greenville boys teams among the favorites in Class D South; Rangeley girls have a new coach.
Swimming: Cony girls hope to make big splash again
Rams fell short in Class A last season, but they should be a contender again this winter.
Cover story: McCormick, Wener among brightest stars on central Maine hoops stage
Cony guard, Messalonskee forward look to wrap up their careers with stellar senior seasons.