The defense secretary says the U.S. has made no decision to leave Iraq, even as a letter from a top general suggests that the U.S. is preparing to do so.
Carol Semple
Posted inLocal & State, Outdoors
Maine loon population appears strong despite slight drop in numbers
The Audubon Society says the number of adult loons is more than twice the count from the mid-1980s.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment
Adrien Brody to star in Stephen King series
The Academy Award-winning actor will portray a ship’s captain in the 10-episode series.
Posted inNation & World
Throngs mourn, Iranian leader weeps for general slain by U.S.
A turnout estimated to be at least 1 million people fill the streets of Tehran, and another massive crowd turns out in the holy city of Qom.
Posted inLocal & State
Washington County crash leaves 1 dead, 2 injured
The crash happened in the town of Pembroke on Sunday.
Posted inNation & World
U.S. killing of Iranian general triggers global fears of ‘a more dangerous world’
U.S. allies suggest that Iran bears some responsibility for the confrontation, but warn that the situation is at an ‘escalation point.’
Posted inNation & World, New England
Mainer among 4 activists arrested trying to block coal-carrying train
The group Climate Disobedience Center has held several protests recently trying to stop coal shipments to the power plant in Bow, New Hampshire.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Conservation group to remove barrier to alewives, salmon on Maine river
The salmon federation is still raising funds needed to finish the Washington County project, which it hopes to complete in 2021.
Posted inNation & World, News
U.S. airstrike kills powerful Iranian general, raises threat of larger conflict
An adviser to Iran’s president warns President Trump of retaliation for the targeted killing of the head of Iran’s elite Quds Force.
Posted inLocal & State
Driver killed when car crashes into trees in Somerset County
His passenger was taken to a hospital.