Some 480 flood warnings and alerts were issued across England on Monday, officials say.
February 2020
Posted inLakes Region Weekly, Local & State, News
Friend says Sebago woman found in submerged car will be ‘missed by all’
The death of Sarah McCarthy, 28, is still under investigation after she was found Sunday.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Piggery neighbors circulate petition aimed at open-space preservation
South Portland residents hope city councilors will consider the need for green space and affordable housing in their neighborhood.
Posted inSports
Hamlin wins 3rd Daytona 500 in photo finish
Denny Hamlin edges Ryan Blaney after Ryan Newman was involved in a horrible crash; Newman is in serious condition, but doctors indicate his injuries are not life threatening.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Trump’s budget would cut bomb-sniffing dogs at airports, train hubs
State and local governments would also lose $46 million worth of grants used to beef up airport security.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Girls’ basketball: Just 2-16 last year, Falmouth pulls off big playoff upset
The Yachtsmen are young, but play with a poise ‘beyond their years.’ And now they’re in the semifinals for the first time since 2009.
Posted inNation & World, News
With ‘Mother Nature in charge,’ dams unleash floodwaters
Days of heavy rain force authorities in Mississippi and Tennessee to release more water, worsening the flooding for people living downstream.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Priorities differ as lawmakers begin debate on governor’s $126 million budget plan
Republicans want more focus on repairing roads and bridges; Democrats want to add staff and improve programs for disadvantaged residents.
Posted inSports, Swimming, Varsity Maine
Swimming: Kennebunk reaches deep for first Class A girls’ state title
The Rams have no individual winners, but they have enough depth to hold off South Portland, Bangor and Cony.
Posted inNation & World, News
Eccentric millionaire Robert Durst faces trial in friend’s killing
Jury selection begins Wednesday in a case built around a story so sensational it inspired a feature film and a six-part documentary.