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Take A Hike: Pineland Farms is a hub of outdoor winter sports

by Amy Paradysz November 15, 2019November 19, 2019

From cross-country skiing trails to a sledding hill, there’s hardly any seasonal activity you can’t do on its New Gloucester grounds.

Maine Celtics, Sports, Uncategorized

There’s more to Red Claws than Tacko

by Glenn Jordan November 14, 2019August 13, 2020

Entering their 11th season of minor league basketball, and first under Celtics ownership, the Red Claws have a new coach (Darren Erman), a celebrated center (Tacko Fall) and a host of options on offense.

Nation / World, Uncategorized

Collins votes ‘no’ as divisive White House lawyer wins 2nd circuit confirmation

by MATTHEW DALY Associated Press November 14, 2019December 27, 2019

Maine Sen. Susan Collins was the sole Republican to oppose Steven Menashi, joining Democrats in criticizing his record on immigration, race, women’s equality and LGBTQ rights.

Maine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports, Uncategorized

Black Bears look to keep momentum going

by Mike Lowe November 14, 2019November 15, 2019

UMaine has won three consecutive football games to stay in contention for an FCS playoff spot. Now the Black Bears have to win their final two games.

Uncategorized

An L.A. sweep: Angels’ Trout, Dodgers’ Bellinger win MVP Awards

by Associated Press November 14, 2019November 15, 2019

Mike Trout wins his third MVP Award in the American League, and Cody Bellinger beats out Milwaukee’s Christian Yelich for the NL award.

Maine, News, Politics, Uncategorized

Maine lawmakers eye ways to boost their own pay

by Scott Thistle November 11, 2019November 11, 2019

The state’s citizen legislators are among the lowest paid in the nation, but a special commission has been looking into how that might be changed.

Nation / World, Uncategorized

Scores of aging dams could endanger thousands of Americans

by DAVID A. LIEB, MICHAEL CASEY and MICHELLE MINKOFF Associated Press November 10, 2019November 11, 2019

An Associated Press investigation found 1,688 high-hazard dams rated in poor or unsatisfactory condition as of last year in 44 states and Puerto Rico.