Karter Eldridge’s winner lifts Hall-Dale boys soccer past Orono for C state title
The junior scores the deciding goal for the second year in a row as the Bulldogs prevail in double overtime.
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Maine voters surprised by Golden’s decision not to seek reelection
Residents of Maine’s 2nd Congressional District say they are sympathetic to the congressman’s concerns about increasing incivility and political violence.
How Hallowell’s clerk got Warren Zevon into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Lisa Gilliam has been a fan for decades, and her social media efforts helped propel the late singer and songwriter into musical immortality.
Here are 11 boys soccer players we expect to make an impact in the postseason
Several players hope to lead the charge for their teams toward state championship glory.
5 things to do while you’re in Hallowell
The city has plenty of places where you can appreciate its natural beauty year round.
Hallowell fire chief seeks indefinite medical leave
James Owens, who has been Hallowell’s fire chief since 2017, made disparaging social media comments about No Kings protesters in Augusta days prior to requesting the leave.
Frights and delights: 7 chances to get spooked in central Maine
Whether touring a cemetery, a historic theater or a downtown you walk through every day, these locations will be shown in a new light.
Capitol police chief, accused of assaulting Hallowell officer, resigns
Matthew Clancy, who is facing a criminal charge of assault, resigned Oct. 8.
Four Maine high school football storylines to follow in Week 7
Four-team battle in Class B South; Portland fights to stay atop A North; Winthrop plays Mt. Blue for the first time since 1968.
Mainers turn out at PUC hearing to condemn CMP’s 5-year plan to raise rates
Attendees at the meeting in Freeport say that the proposed increase to fund infrastructure improvements — roughly $35 a month by late 2030 — would hurt the state’s most vulnerable residents.
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Courthouse ‘blitz’ seeks to resolve cases, cut Kennebec County caseload
The move comes just months before the expected conversion from paper files to an electronic court filing system.
Will new health fund help Maine’s rural hospitals stay open? Experts say it’s unclear
Upcoming Medicaid cuts from the Republican budget bill passed over the summer threaten the financial health of rural hospitals.
Which other Democrats might get in Maine’s 2nd District race?
One new candidate, Jordan Wood, has already announced a 2nd District run since U.S. Rep. Jared Golden dropped out of the race last week. State Sen. Joe Baldacci of Bangor confirmed he’s considering a run, too.
School board meetings being hijacked by chaos actors for social media clicks | Letter
I have attended a few Augusta School Board meetings. The one held Oct. 8 was awful. I confess, I didn’t stay to the end. The meeting was valiantly presided over by Chair Martha Witham, the image of grace under pressure. I commend the Cony High School students who spoke, demonstrating courage and thoughtfulness that put…
Familiar No. 1 in final Varsity Maine boys soccer poll of 2025
Scarborough ends season as the unanimous No. 1 team.
Another showdown of top 2 teams in Varsity Maine football poll on tap
Thornton Academy will play in its third No. 1-versus-No. 2 matchup, and second against Bonny Eagle.
Southern Maine’s first snowfall of the season arrives — barely
A light sprinkling arrived in Greater Portland on Veterans Day, though it didn’t stick, while a stronger snow shower near Lewiston briefly prompted a reduced speed limit on the Maine Turnpike.
Augusta credit union clerk foils New Jersey woman’s forgery attempt
The woman was indicted by grand jury for allegedly inserting her photo into a Wayne woman’s passport in a plot to withdraw funds.
Seniors, affordable housing and the resulting breakdown in health | Letter
I picked up my mail today and discovered a notice from Guerrette Properties that my rent hasgone up $100 this year. Readers may remember me as the one who made a big fuss when a corporate entity bought out the nonprofit that ran this senior housing project for many years at Howell House. Interestingly, there…
Watch Varsity Maine’s football highlights from Week 10
The best action from last week’s postseason contests.
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