“Stronger” doesn’t dwell on the horrific moments following the bombing or the intense manhunt for the perpetrators. The movie spends more time with the subtleties of recovery and the physical pain of losing a leg than even Jeff Bauman’s role in helping to identify one of the bombers. Read More
While Maria is not expected to impact any landmass for the next several days, concerns of some type of impact along the southeastern U.S. coast are growing after the latest model runs. Read More
Ten years ago, Maine Gov. John Baldacci signed a law changing the structure of education across Maine, forcing districts to consolidate with schools in nearby towns as a way of saving money. But a decade later, the consolidation experiment has led to more conflict than success in many districts. Read More
"Going to the White House is considered a great honor for a championship team. Stephen Curry is hesitating, therefore invitation is withdrawn!" Trump tweeted from his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey. Read More
DeMaurice Smith, executive director of the NFL Players Association, tweeted: "We will never back down. We no longer can afford to stick to sports." Read More
Wiscasset’s town clock, a landmark of the town since 1907, is resting in a steeple with rotting wood, according to Rick Balzer, of Balzer Family Clock Works. Read More
Letters to the editor for Monday, Sept. 25, 2017: Health care options, Sen. Collins lead on health care, protecting against identity theft. Read More
A strong new earthquake shook Mexico on Saturday, causing new alarm in a country reeling from two still-more-powerful quakes this month that have killed nearly 400 people. Read More
In a major speech on how Britain wants to exit the European Union, Prime Minister Theresa May called Friday for a two-year “implementation period” after Brexit. Read More
While economists have paid more attention to the opioid epidemic’s role in keeping people out of work, about two-thirds of those who report misusing pain-relievers are on the payroll. Read More
"They're ruining the game," he said during a political rally in Alabama on Friday night that veered beyond politics. Read More
President Donald Trump is weighing the next iteration of his controversial travel ban, which could include new, more tailored restrictions on travelers from additional countries. Read More
Friday’s Results HIGH SCHOOL Football Bonny Eagle 48, South Portland 0 Camden Hills 6, Traip Acad. 0 Cape Elizabeth 35, MCI 15 Cony 32, Mt. Blue 8 Edward Little 7, Oxford Hills 6 Ellsworth/Sumner 28,… Read More
CINCINNATI — Rafael Devers hit a three-run homer Friday night, and the Boston Red Sox extended their AL East lead to four games by overcoming Scooter Gennett’s fourth grand slam of the season for a 5-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds. Boston added to its lead… Read More
The public is invited to a free community supper on Friday, September 29 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Old Town United Methodist Church, 726 Stillwater Avenue, Old Town. Dinner will include , spaghetti, salad, Italian bread, dessert and coffee and lemonade. Read More
This week, we'll feature two teams trying to regain their footing in the Class C North division when the Waterville Purple Panthers (2-1) invade the Winkin Complex at Husson University in Bangor to take on the John Bapst Crusaders in a 7:30 p.m. contest. Read More
CHICAGO — Former football star Aaron Hernandez’ brain was riddled with damage from a degenerative brain disease linked with head blows, but that doesn’t necessarily explain the troubles that plagued his young life. The diagnosis comes from a Boston University researcher who has studied hundreds of… Read More
The federal government on Friday told election officials in 21 states that hackers targeted their systems last year, although in most cases the systems were not breached. Read More
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The defending Super Bowl champion New England Patriots won’t be the only winners on the field on Sunday when they play the Texans. Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson is just eight months removed from the College Football Playoff title his team won at Clemson. Read More
Harness racing Farmington Fair Friday’s results First, Pace, $3,400 1. Pembroke Wildcat, H. Campbell 2.40-2.40-2.10 2. Roddy’s Nor’easter, G. Mosher 2.60-2.10 4. Take The Risk, D. Ingraham 2.20 T-1:57.3; Qu. 1-2, $3.40; Ex. 1-2, $3.60; Tri. 1-2-4, $24.60… Read More
