If Don Sweeney hires the wrong coach, it’s a good bet he won’t get the chance to hire another one.
June 2022
Two studies show some cancer patients can skip chemotherapy, radiation
One study suggests some low-risk breast cancer patients can omit radiation after lumpectomy.
After 2 years of canceled shows and financial hardship, Maine State Music Theatre returns with a full season lineup
“The Sound of Music” kicks off the 2022 season Wednesday at Maine State Music Theatre.
American Legion Post 62 withdraws request to serve liquor outside
The American Legion Post by Riverbank Park in Westbrook has withdrawn its request to extend its liquor license to the parking lot for outdoor concerts and other events. The City Council in May denied the request from the Stephen W. Manchester American Legion Post 62 because the parking lot, city officials said, is technically a […]
Roux Institute campus development plan scaled back after neighborhood outcry
The nonprofit developer of a high-tech education and entrepreneurial hub in Portland has cut the project’s size by more than 25% in reaction to residents’ concerns.
COVID hospitalizations fall again in Maine
The state now has an infection rate well below the national average.
Anderson, Manuel get exemptions to play in pro golf event in Falmouth
Amateurs Cole Anderson and Caleb Manuel will play in the Live and Work in Maine Open, a Korn Ferry Tour event at Falmouth Country Club in late June.
Westbrook deputy economic director takes Portland city clerk’s job
Westbrook Deputy Director of Economic Development Ashley Rand has accepted a job as Portland city clerk and will start work there in early July. The Portland City Council gave unanimous approval to Rand’s appointment June 6. She will replace City Clerk Kathy Jones, who is retiring. Rand has worked in Westbrook for more than six […]
Motorcyclist killed in collision with school bus in Buxton
The motorcycle and bus, which wasn’t carrying children, collided on Narragansett Trail at about 3 p.m. Tuesday.
FDA advisers back Novavax COVID-19 shots as new U.S. option
Studies in the U.S., Mexico and Britain found two doses of the vaccine were safe and about 90% effective.