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Heirs of famous sled dog Togo could become the official state dog

by Steve Collins December 8, 2024December 11, 2024

On the 100th anniversary of Togo’s life-saving run across the Alaskan wilderness, an effort is underway to honor the sled dog breed.

Election 2024, Maine, Politics

Collins, Golden could give Maine delegation outsized influence during Trump administration

by Randy Billings and Rachel Ohm December 8, 2024December 8, 2024

Neither Susan Collins nor Jared Golden are seen as predictable votes for their parties, and narrow margins in Congress mean it’s more likely they will be looked to as key votes.

Maine, News, Sports

Lisbon’s football season was derailed by hazing allegations. Here’s how it happened.

by Eric Russell and Haley Jones December 8, 2024December 10, 2024

The team forfeited the second half of its season after officials began investigating. Seven players were removed from the team.

Business, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News

Waste management firm to expand into former Fairfield funeral home

by Hannah Kaufman December 8, 2024December 10, 2024

Casella Waste Systems, which provides waste and recycling services in Fairfield, bought the funeral home from Lawry Brothers on Nov. 1 with plans to preserve the historical portion of the building while demolishing the back portion.

Boston Celtics, News, Sports

Grizzlies beat Celtics 127-121 snapping snap 10-game losing streak in Boston

by KYLE HIGHTOWER Associated Press December 7, 2024December 7, 2024

The Celtics erased a 14-point, third-quarter deficit, taking a 97-94 lead early in the fourth. Memphis rallied and led 117-115 with less than four minutes to play.

Nation & World

U.S. announces nearly $1 billion more in weapons support for Ukraine

by TARA COPP Associated Press December 7, 2024December 8, 2024

The latest package will include more drones and munitions for the High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, or HIMARS, that the U.S. has provided.

Hearts of Pine, Maine, News, Sports, Travis Lazarczyk

Travis Lazarczyk: Locals shoot their shot for the Hearts of Pine

by Travis Lazarczyk December 7, 2024January 7, 2025

The professional soccer team that will begin play at Portland’s Fitzpatrick Stadium this spring held a tryout for Mainers on Saturday in Falmouth.

News

Chester Greenwood Day celebrates 48th year in Farmington

by Rebecca Richard December 7, 2024December 8, 2024

The 48th annual Chester Greenwood Day parade in Farmington delighted spectators with creative floats, festive walkers and holiday cheer on a blustery 25-degree day.