City councilors heard from several people Tuesday about the city’s plan to expand and improve recreation offerings.
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Portland sports tech firm KinoTek scores $2.1 million investment
The company, which has developed a platform to help clinicians rapidly obtain data on their clients’ movement, received the money from a Florida investment fund.
Waterville City Council to consider pot ordinance change, license for Marijuanaville retail shop
City councilors are also expected Tuesday to consider appointing a committee to explore ways to spend federal COVID-19 relief funds.
College notebook: Morse High graduate performing well on Thomas College women’s soccer team
Mary LaRochelle finds her scoring touch with Terriers; UMF men’s soccer team off to best start in several seasons.
Red Sox give minor leaguers help, housing situation still tough
Boston recently announced it will provide housing stipends for players in its farm system. Yet low salaries and high housing costs still pose challenges for players across the minor leagues.
Caleb Manuel finishes second at New England Amateur Championship
The Mt. Ararat High School graduate rallies on the final day, but finishes one shot behind Cody Paladino.
Portland’s FBI field office included in scathing report on USA Gymnastics sex abuse probe
A local attorney tried to prod investigators into moving faster on the case of Dr. Larry Nassar, who later was convicted of abusing dozens of female athletes, including Olympic gymnasts.
Women to swim, bike and run for cancer cure in virtual triathlon
Hundreds of women are set to compete in Tri for a Cure, which has adopted a virtual format for the second straight year.
Pro bowlers feed off the energy of fans at Bayside Bowl
The Professional Bowlers Association returned to Portland to host televised events during a weeklong stay that ended Sunday.
Thomas College announces plans for new athletic center to open in fall 2022
Construction on the new athletic center expected to begin later this year.