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VIDEO
Man arrested on murder charge in 1980 Joyce McLain homicide
State police have arrested a man in connection with the 1980 homicide of Joyce McLain in East Millinocket.
VIDEO
Skijoring enthusiasts take off under the lights in Fort Kent
2 hours agoDominic Albert of Quebec was the top finisher Saturday night at the Fort Kent Outdoor Center’s first day of skijoring races.
URBAN EYE
Scales opens on Portland waterfront with one day's notice. Diners flock
Earlier this week owner Dana Street would not say when Scales would open. Still, no website, social media presence or menu is live.
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Opinion
EDITORIALS
What disgusts us about Donald Trump
When it comes to addressing a real, pressing problem that’s killing people, all Donald Trump has to offer is a joke — a simple and unserious “solution” to one of the most serious public health issues of our time.
The Point
POLL QUESTION
Why Maine police departments have a hard time filling jobs
There are several factors that have led to the recruitment difficulties departments face.
Sports
Mainer key contributor on powerhouse Albany women’s basketball team
Tiana-Jo Carter is Albany’s fourth-leading scorer this season at 8.2 points per game, and she is second in rebounding, with 4.2 rebounds per game.
Outdoors
VIDEO
Skijoring enthusiasts take off under the lights in Fort Kent
Dominic Albert of Quebec was the top finisher Saturday night at the Fort Kent Outdoor Center’s first day of skijoring races.
Homestead
Homestead
Memoir ‘Locally Laid’ opposite of ‘The Good Life’
“It’s a marriage story and an [agriculture] startup farm horror story,” writer Lucie Amundsen said.
Business
Lobster fishery hits record value, but industry wary of future
Maine’s lobster fishery thrived in 2015, setting a new record for statewide landings value of nearly half a billion dollars and remaining historically high in catch volume.
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The invisible victims of Maine’s opiate crisis
“Because this population is less visible,” Lenard Kaye said, “the problem of addiction in older people is easy to ignore and to just sweep under the rug.”
Food
LIFE ON THE RIDGE
How to make the best summer sausage with venison
Many outdoorsman love preparing game as much as they do hunting it. I am one of them. Moira and I try to seek out new …
Quizzes
QUIZ
Who said it, Bernie Sanders or a Portland politician?
There’s a lot of excitement around Bernie Sanders’ visit to Portland. Although the senator from Vermont is considered left-of-center in much of America, his message …
Events
CULTURE SHOCK
5 Things To Do This Weekend, March 4-6: Danger, Will Robinson!
1. So far this week, I’ve managed to accidentally get peppermint oil in my eye (not recommended), cause an open box of cereal to fall …
Crime & Courts
- Welsh terrier, missing for 2 weeks, captured along I-95
- Nancy Reagan, former first lady, dies at 94
- Coast Guard search for man who fell off cruise ship
- High school drama festival regional winners move on to state finals
- Two in serious condition after motorcycle crash in Lisbon
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